Daimler Truck AG group is the leader in the global automotive industry with more than 120 years of experience in 200 countries.
Our people reflect the company values: Passion, Respect, Integrity and Discipline; we are looking for engaged individuals to join this diverse group, which manages ever-changing challenges.
In our people, we can reflect our corporate values: Our customers success is our success, moving at the speed of right, one team best team, and we are looking for highly committed individuals to join the group in an environment of diversity and constant challenges.
Objective of the position:
Strategically and efficiently manage the procurement of non-productive materials, services, and fixed assets, ensuring the achievement of savings targets, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and internal customer satisfaction. Drive the negotiation and implementation of the most favorable commercial terms for the company while optimizing delivery times to support business continuity and operational excellence. Contribute to continuous improvement, innovation, and sustainability within the supply chain, aligning purchasing activities with corporate policies and organizational values.
Indispensable Requirements (Candidates who do not meet these requirements may be discarded):
- General knowledge in procurement and diverse commodities
- Procurement systems (SAP, Ariba, ProQ, or similar) and proficient Microsoft Office skills are required.
- Advanced negotiation knowledge
- Sourcing and supplier development (identification, qualification, and continuous improvement of suppliers)
- Data analysis, cost analysis and financial evaluation
- Contract management and compliance (ISO, OEA, Incoterms, procurement policies, and internal policies)
- English level: Intermediate – Advanced B2
Soft Skills:
- Effective communication
- Influence and negotiation
- Strategic thinking
- Decision making
- Project management
- Analysis and problem solving
Academic Knowledge: Bachelor’s degree in administration, International Trade, Business, Economics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
At Daimler Truck we are united in our purpose “We work for all who keep the world moving”. This motivates us to pursue our common goal: leading sustainable transportation. However, our impact as a global transportation company depends entirely on the impact of each individual at Daimler Truck. That’s why we ensure that our people are encouraged and empowered to show their full impact.
We promote diversity and stand for an inclusive corporate culture. We value the individual strengths of our employees, because these lead to the best team performance and thus to the success of our company.
You can be your true self at Daimler Truck. Inclusion and equal opportunities are important to us. We welcome applications from people of all cultures, generations, physical appearance, phases of life, sexual orientation, gender identity, sexual expression, people with disabilities and people from any underrepresented group.
Main Functions:
- Strategic sourcing & Commodity strategy management: Develop and manage sourcing strategies for assigned commodities by using internal specifications to build an optimal supplier base. Ensure full compliance with legal and procedural requirements during negotiations and contract finalization. Maintain and update supplier lists to align with evolving business needs.
- Supplier and project management: Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, driving continuous improvement initiatives and performance goals. Lead project execution for assigned commodities, ensuring transparency and alignment with stakeholder expectations. Oversee all strategic and tactical supplier‑related activities, including market analysis, technology trends, supplier selection, and price negotiations.
- Negotiation and supplier innovation: Apply creative negotiation strategies to drive significant improvements in supplier cost, quality, and performance. Partner closely with stakeholders to identify and introduce innovative supplier technologies, materials, services, processes, and equipment that strengthen the company’s competitive advantage
- Procurement Process Execution: Execute the full procurement cycle by running competitive bids (RFQs), preparing Sourcing Recommendations (SRs), and completing Competitive Bid/Analysis Charts (CBAs). Issue Purchase Orders (POs) and Purchase Contracts (PCs) with accuracy and compliance. Ensure all specifications, terms and conditions, and supplier onboarding requirements are clearly defined and properly implemented. Maintain fairness, transparency, and consistency throughout the sourcing and awarding process.
- Performance Review & KPI Management: Conduct regular reviews of supplier performance and strategy, establishing clear improvement expectations and tracking progress. Monitor and achieve both individual and departmental KPIs, ensuring consistent performance, compliance, and continuous improvement.
- Partnership & Collaboration: Advise internal business partners (IBPs) and suppliers throughout the purchasing process. Coordinate with Finance, Legal, IBPs, and the broader national and international GIP network to align requirements, resolve issues, and ensure strong internal customer satisfaction.
- Compliance, Integrity & Governance: Ensure full adherence to corporate policies, procurement regulations, supplier‑integrity requirements, confidentiality standards, and all applicable external regulations. Support audits and maintain complete documentation to demonstrate due process and uphold fair, transparent competition.
- Risk Management, Digitalization & Continuous Improvement: Identify and mitigate operational and legal risks, supporting corporate audits and business‑continuity activities. Drive digitalization and automation of procurement processes, and advance sustainability and responsible‑sourcing initiatives to continuously improve performance and compliance.
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Daimler Trucks AG 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.
Diversity allows us to employ people with different experiences, abilities and points of view, and that is what enhances our culture and brings us to the forefront among the top global companies.
At Daimler, we value the diversity between our employees.
In order to enrich the culture, Daimler acknowledges the importance of including people with different points of view and lifestyles into our company. When we select our talent, we focus on abilities; we don’t discriminate based on ethnicity, nationality, gender, race, age, disability, social condition, health, religion, immigrant status, opinions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, marital status, university or appearance.
Exceed your expectations and get ready to be part of our team!
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