Cost Control Analyst II

Inside the Role

Within Daimler Truck North America, the Product Validation Engineering (PVE) Department is responsible for all component and system level validation to ensure our products lead the industry in reliability and support the lowest 'Total Cost of Ownership' objectives for our customers. PVE Business Operations is a multi-faceted department responsible for developing, planning, and assembling test trucks; procuring and fabricating test parts; managing test facilities; and planning / controlling the overall department budget.

The Financial Cost Control Analyst II is responsible for driving strategic financial planning, cost control, and process optimization across multiple departments and projects. This role supports budget lifecycle management, facilitates cross-functional collaboration, and enhances financial reporting and tool functionality. The analyst plays a key role in aligning budgets with organizational goals, identifying risks, and supporting executive decision-making.

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

Position offers a starting salary range of $71,000.00 - $81,000.00 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience

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 DTNA

• Coordinate budget reviews and planning for 17 managers across current and future projects, managing ~$30M in project expenses bi-annually.
• Analyze labor planning against headcount, identify risks, and report mitigation strategies to executive leadership.
• Track and report deviations from project budget, headcount and CapEx targets
• Provide financial analysis support for PVE contracts, working closely with GIP to manage contract deadlines. Support RFQ / RFP process.
• Support budget consolidation during FC03 and FC09 / BP planning cycles.
• Create / support dashboards and reports to executive leadership (Mission Control Board)
• Plan and support execution on annual CapEx requests (~$4M), ensuring alignment with financial targets and reporting status to leadership.
• Support testing and implementation of new finance and EPM tools (e.g., BEAM, Regrello).
• Collaborate with IT to enhance the PVE Portal.
• Create and present budget status reports to project planners, identifying cost center trade-offs and budget risks.
• Lead continuous improvement activities to help move the department toward "Blue-Sky" goals
• Create Purchase Requisitions / Goods Receipts as needed
• Support miscellaneous and ad-hoc requests

Knowledge You Should Bring

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

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 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.

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.

Additional Information

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.

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.