What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transformation Acceleration Manager position at Daimler Truck?
Inside the Role
The Transformation Acceleration Manager plays a crucial role in driving and bringing together continuous improvement, data analytics and digital transformation within Daimler Truck Financial Services North America. This role focuses on accelerating transformation efforts by leading cross-functional collaboration, identifying opportunities for operational and organizational improvements, and ensuring the seamless integration of new strategies, processes, and systems. In addition, the Transformation Acceleration Manager will execute strategy and structure both for new and existing business, supporting all functions with the constant development of measures related to strategic or key developments across DTFS North America markets.
This individual will be responsible for the co-development and implementation strategies related to organizational transformation, particularly in areas such as digital innovation, process optimization, and operational scalability. The role involves designing and managing special projects, including company-wide strategic programs, to improve the end-to-end operations and overall efficiency, while assisting in the execution of strategies to maximize efficiencies and profitable growth. You will champion the cause of change, rally the troops and instill transformative thinking and innovative mindsets across DTFS NA. By working closely with DTFS leadership, the Transformation Acceleration Manager will identify and consolidate opportunities for operational enhancements, oversee the implementation and governance of transformation projects, and drive cultural change to align with long-term strategic goals.
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
Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13 calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.
What You Drive at DTFS
- Oversee the design and execution of scalable strategies and mechanisms for process improvements, system enhancements, and cultural shifts to maximize efficiencies and foster profitable growth. Prioritize scalable process improvements with cultural shifts that align with organizational growth and the RISE program. Create transparency and opportunities that can be derived from implementing digital transformation - 30%
- Ensure business analysis and co-development of growth opportunities, including profitability accelerators, product innovations and new technologies aligned with DTFS NA's RISE program. Align with the DTFS ExCom and DTFS Global ExCom. Collaborate closely with DTFS functional areas (e.g., Credit and Operations, Sales and Marketing, Finance and Controlling), customers, dealers, and DTNA to identify opportunities for business model enhancements. This also includes leaders involved in Continuous Improvement, Data Science, Data Analytics, Digital Transformation and other stakeholders relevant for the implementation of RISE initiatives. Drive cross-functional collaboration and innovation - 20%
- Build and maintain a highly functioning team that is able to deliver on organizational priorities. Lead, coach, and develop employees to top potential. Ensure the empowerment to achieve organizational goals supporting transformation initiatives, fostering a culture of transformative thinking, and driving the adoption of new technologies and processes - 20%
- Ensure the governance of the RISE Transformation is seamless and all information required for transparency, potential escalations, as well as necessary foresight, is managed. Ensure effective communication and alignment of activities and knowledge transfer of implemented improvements to others, including the Change Management Team. Manage risk and resistance to change through awareness creation and training. Also, equally ensure the Change Management Team is fed with the information needed to enable the right level of people engagement for awareness creation, training, risk and resistance management, etc. - 10%
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to execute the RISE strategy and structure for both new and existing business. Connect the dots regarding the various initiatives running with teammates and within the various information exchange groups including the Transformation Office Team / TEG / Project Leaders forum. Drive transformation initiatives that unlock future growth and optimize operational processes, while supporting the strategic development in all DTFS North America markets - 10%
- Monitor market trends and play a key role in introducing new technologies and processes, assisting the transformation team in governance and reporting. Enable data-driven decision making by tracking key metrics to be able to measure the impact of the changes. Utilize data minding and analytics to provide insight and identify areas of opportunity - 10%
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Where We Work
This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-
Fort Mill, SC US, Fort Worth, TX US, Portland, OR US, Redford, MI US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
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.
Daimler Truck Financial is the captive financial services provider for the Daimler Trucks North America family of commercial vehicle products, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, SelecTrucks, Sprinter Vans, Thomas Built Buses and Fuso. We have specialized in financing commercial vehicles for more than 40 years. This proven experience gives us critical insights into helping businesses overcome challenges unique to the trucking industry. Additionally, we offer a range of financing solutions that can be customized to meet each individual business's needs, from owner-operators to large fleet managers and nearly every venture in-between.
To achieve our goal of being the first-choice provider of vehicle financial products and services that support our brands, dealers and customers, we are looking for talented, diverse and inspired people with the skills, experience and innovative spirit to provide a first-class experience at every turn. We are committed to providing a great workplace environment that fosters a culture of openness, support and camaraderie. Our employee programs and benefits are reflective of our values and are designed to promote growth, balance and wellness in many aspects of your career and life.
Additional Information
Daimler Truck Financial Services 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.
For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY / TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935
