eMobility Product Strategy Analyst - CO2 Life Cycle Assessment & Sustainability
eMobility Product Strategy Analyst - CO2 Life Cycle Assessment & Sustainability (L6)
When you join Daimler Truck, you become an agent of change within our global community of people working to create a cleaner, safer, and more efficient world for today and tomorrow. Through innovation at all levels, our teams ensure our world-changing brands continue to increase the quality of life and the business success of our customers, their customers, and the world around them. The Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) brand portfolio is second to none, and includes Freightliner Trucks, Western Star Trucks, Detroit engines and components, Thomas Built Buses and Freightliner Custom Chassis.
We are the undisputed leader in the commercial vehicle market and the industry’s technology trendsetter. Empowered by purpose, DTNA employees drive a Technology Revolution through innovative products and a customer-centric culture. Our dedication to our customers and society does not end once our products hit the road. That’s because we believe that business success and social responsibility go hand in hand. We immerse ourselves in our customer’s experience, and support the environmental responsibilities of our sites to ensure our products are the reliable, sustainable and the desired tools of the future.
Job Overview
The eMobility Product Strategy team at Daimler Truck North America is looking for a dedicated, sustainability-focused individual with a strategic eye and strong interest in CO2 reduction assessments. Having a comprehensive vision for how the transition to Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEVs) relates to company CO2 reduction and sustainability initiatives is integral for this role. On a daily basis, you'll be primarily responsible for assessing the CO2 reduction potential of current and future ZEV offerings, supporting internal sustainability goal setting and reporting of goal achievement to executive management.
Essential for success in this position is proactive collaboration with global and local cross-functional areas and gaining expertise on the production process of ZEVs within DTNA. Creativity and structural thinking skills are necessary to setup and implement new process for CO2 assessment and goal definition. You should stay well informed on the state-of the art in the electric truck technology as well as other parts of the supporting ecosystem, incl. regulatory and political influences. Passion and entrepreneurial thinking combined with a positive “can-do” attitude are values that shape the culture within the eMobility department.
Responsibilities:
CO2 Reduction and Sustainability:
· Gain expertise on CO2 emission assessment methods for product over the entire lifecycle by utilizing internal and external resources e.g. experts, consultants, documentation, and other. Build a global network to understand state-of-the-art processes for CO2 lifecycle assessments and analysis in automotive sector.
· Analyze competitive approaches to CO2 emission reduction and sustainability initiatives to maintain DTNA’s market leadership position. Compare competitor sustainability goals to internal targets and facilitate gap assessment to show opportunities for DTNA in this field.
· Lead the implementation of a pilot program and process for CO2 lifecycle assessment within DTNA focused on a ZEV product offering. Evaluate pilot program and define improvement potential for a series process to assess DTNA’s entire ZEV portfolio.
· Align series process for CO2 Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) within DTNA and the global Daimler Truck organization and generate buy-in from contributing and effected stakeholders. Implement the optimized and aligned series process for CO2 lifecycle assessments within the DTNA organization.
· Support the development of long-term CO2 emission forecasts methods and generate reports to executive management. Collaborate closely with compliance and legal groups to ensure DTNA’s compliance with regulatory requirements and influence rule-making organizations e.g. EPA.
· Lead the derivation of DTNA’s CO2 emission goals in the future and align feasible goals with effected stakeholders on local and global level.
· Support Product Strategy Manager across all product lines and aspects related to sustainability and CO2 goal setting & sustainability strategy (data, trends, needs, competition, environment, etc.)
Implementation of Product Updates / New Products:
· Support implementation of new CO2 & sustainability related product requests into project management process as PAR/ PARlite. This includes, leading cross function teams at DTNA to final project approval and supporting DTNA projects as the Sales & Marketing sub project lead until project closure.
· Assist in developing Product Committee and Gate Review materials for Executive Committee review. Includes: product/market need summary, business case outline (price, cost and volume), customer preferences, technical concept, long and short term product trends, competitor analysis/justification
Support and Network:
· Interface with all departments (engineering, purchasing, manufacturing, marketing, sales, etc.) to insure that assigned initiatives and project are aligned and receive required support. Insure marketing stays informed on sustainability and CO2 reduction initiatives to allow beneficial external communication to customers and the public.
· Organize, lead and document cross-functional collaboration in from of meetings, workshops and reporting (as described above)
Leadership:
· Lead DTNA’s CO2 Lifecycle Assessment and Product Sustainability initiatives, goal alignment and CO2 flight path generation.
· Educate other team members and co-workers as expert in CO2 reduction and sustainability matters.
· Lead and mentor interns.
Basic Required Skills & Experience:
· Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university/college with 1 year of relevant experience required
· OR an Associate’s Degree with 2 years of relevant experience required
· OR 6 years of related experience required
· Strong communication skills – interpersonal, presentation, and written
· Technical understanding of product documentation structures and methods (Bill of materials, assembly instructions, product option descriptions, etc.)
· Capability to combine technical solutions & concepts with economical evaluations and impact assessments
· High-level understanding of zero emission and combustion engine trucks
· Knowledge and understanding of global and national sustainability initiatives e.g. Paris Agreement
Required Degree Focus:
· Technical OR Business OR Innovation/ Sustainability
Preferred Skills & Experience:
· Basic technical understanding of vehicle, drivetrain, assembly and production processes
· Experience working with various Sales & Marketing departments (Product Marketing, RCO team, and Sales)
· Experience working and leading cross-functional teams to execute complex programs
· Willingness to travel (~20%)
· Experience working with Trucks/ electric vehicles
· Experience working with various DTNA databases & tools (Order Explorer, Polk, IBT, SpecPro, IMS)
· Experience in compiling, conducting, analyzing and maintaining complex market & product information and intelligence
· Language skills: German (for global collaboration)
Preferred Degree Focus:
· Sustainability/ CO2 emission reduction
· Product Strategy/ Business Development/ Innovation
· Automotive/ Propulsion Technology/ Technical Product
· Alternative Powertrain/ Electric Vehicle/ Zero Emission Technology
· EV Charging Infrastructure, Ecosystem
Work Location Opportunity:
This position is open to consideration at the following locations:
· Portland, OR
Daimler Trucks North America is firmly committed to developing a work environment that supports empowerment and inclusion for our current and future employees. We recognize that our ability to adapt will enable us to compete for a broader range of talent. Additionally, our business and the people who work within it will be successful and profitable if we remain agile and flexible in our approach to work.
To continue to build a great place to work for all, we are committed to a culture that supports flexibility and encourages a positive working environment that achieves the needs of our business and employees.
· @hybrid: Number of days at home and at the office will be determined through an ongoing conversation with your Manager. DTNA will ensure that your WFH set-up meets wi-fi / data minimum requirements and sets you up for success. Travel to the office is not reimbursed and employee must live close enough to attend regular in-person collaborative meeting with at least 24-hour notice.
Additional Information
· Visa sponsorship will only be open to current Daimler Truck North America employees working under an existing U.S. Daimler Truck North America visa
· Final candidate must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
· Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions.
· EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.
Daimler Truck North America is committed to employing a diverse workforce 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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