Job Details

Inside the Role
The General Manager for Business Unit Controlling of Specialty Vehicles & Aftermarket is a strategic business partner who provides leadership on finance, controlling and accounting related topics for the specialized divisions of DTNA, including Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, Detroit Reman, Warranty Audit and Aftermarket business. It is a unique position that requires strategic and entrepreneurial skills to work in close collaboration with the different business's operations, providing insights and playing a key role as member of the related leadership teams.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience

Benefits include annual variable pay bonus program; company paid company vehicle with insurance and fuel card; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; non-qualified deferred compensation plan with company contribution of 7% of variable pay; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ holidays per calendar year; Paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive health care plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance program; volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.

What You Drive at DTNA

• Plan, organize, direct and control the accounting, finance and controlling functions of Specialty Vehicles and Aftermarket areas.
• Partner with the business units to drive higher performance for each BU. Steer the business from a financial perspective, working with the Executive Teams and Operating Committees to identify opportunities and implement solutions. Coach the development of compelling business cases where investment is required.
• Establish policies and manage the finance and control requirements to ensure accurate and timely financial information with respect to the Special Units group including financial statements, forecasts, variance analyses, capital reporting statistical analysis, and other financial information as necessary. Ensure robust implementation of revenue, production and project controlling functions with each business unit.
• Lead, coach, motivate and develop the team, through active communication, feedback and engagement in key people related topics such as talent acquisition and development.
• Lead the development of the annual operating plan, being co-responsible for the content. Development and controlling of business unit and project specific targets. Monthly evaluation of financial performance vs. plan and targets.
• Evaluation of product portfolio, market and business strategies, trade agreement relevant RVC, including support during implementation and monitoring of product projects.
• Interface with Corporate M&A group as FC responsible for North America M&A Projects.
• Interface with Product planning on issues related to pricing/costing of aftermarket product and vehicle base models and options. Interface with Purchasing and Engineering on issues related to purchase price variances and material and/or technical cost reduction tracking.
• Assess and manage the financial risks associated with Special Units. Consult with CFO as necessary on material issues impacting DTNA. Supervise, coordinate and perform necessary actions within the Special Units area, in order to keep and maintain quality and environmental certification, comply with Daimler Conduct Code and applicable laws.
• Evaluate and assess risk associated with Dealer warranty audits. Manage the risk by conducting warranty audits at dealer and distributor locations. Ensure compliance to existing policies and make recommendations for policy changes.
• Finance responsible for North America M&A projects in cooperation with Daimler Truck M&A group.
• Participations and Ventures controlling, planning and reporting.
• Keep the DTNA Operating Committee and CFO informed of the division's performance and provide advice on all financial matters.
• Ensure appropriate implementation and compliance of accounting processes according to rules and regulations provided by law and internal guidelines for all relevant accounting transactions

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of senior leadership experience.
• At least 4 years of executive leadership experience required.
• Management and Leadership experience in successively increasing roles of responsibility in finance, controlling or business-related fields required.
• Management experience in controlling of plant or business unit operative units required.
• Demonstrated entrepreneurial approach and partnership with business leaders is required.
• Proficient knowledge of GAAP/IFRS is required

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• Master's degree preferred.
• Finance Certification, such as CPA or CFA preferred

This position will report to Michelle Randazzo

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-
Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance for this position is available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria.

Schedule Type:
Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

U.S. Visa sponsorship available if you qualify under the following:

• Hold a valid existing Visa (L1A, L1B, L2, TN, H1B, H4 EAD, OPT EAD, CPT)
• Daimler Truck North America employees working under an existing U.S. Daimler Truck North America Visa
• Those eligible for a TN Visa (Canadian or Mexican National working in an Engineering, Accounting or Scientific Technologist capacity with an aligning degree)
• Those eligible for an L-1 (inter-company) Daimler Truck visa under the Corporate Blanket L-1 program would require at least one-year of qualifying experience in the last three years

Additional Information

• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

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