Strategic Sourcing Analyst III

Inside The Role

This position plays a key role within the Global Indirect Procurement (GIP) organization at Daimler Truck North America (DTNA). GIP is responsible for sourcing non-production materials and services and partnering with the business to secure the best overall value in quality, price, innovation, and timing. As part of a global network, we work with suppliers around the world and collaborate across Daimler Truck to drive strategic value.

In this role, you will lead strategic sourcing and procurement activities for Daimler Truck contracts exceeding $200K within key Facilities Management categories, including Industrial Cleaning, Janitorial Services, Waste Management, Recycling, Material Handling, and related operational services. You will also be responsible for managing Detroit Diesel procurement initiatives above $200K within the Construction Services commodity. The ideal candidate is passionate about procurement, skilled in negotiating complex, high-value agreements, and committed to building strong supplier and stakeholder partnerships. You will collaborate closely with business partners to deliver cost-effective sourcing solutions while ensuring the highest standards of quality, performance, innovation, and risk management.

Core Responsibilities

• Establish and manage supplier relationship management processes, including setting and driving continuous improvement goals.
• Negotiate contracts and coordinate supplier integration plans with internal clients.
• Monitor market dynamics, identifying trends that impact availability, pricing, and supplier competitiveness.
• Partner with internal clients to understand sourcing needs, develop market/buyer profiles, and define service-level expectations.
• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies to meet evolving business needs, with a focus on total cost of ownership optimization.
• Lead contract negotiations ensuring strong terms for cost, quality, service levels, compliance, and legal requirements.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing, supplier consolidation, and process improvements.
• Conduct market and technology research to anticipate risks and opportunities in the supplier landscape.
• Leverage analytics to monitor performance, track KPIs, and drive ongoing improvement.
• Improve overall supplier value through cost optimization, competitive bids, and quality improvements.
• Collaborate with global/local peers, Business Partners, and suppliers to ensure strategic alignment and information sharing.
• Support risk-management initiatives and ensure procurement process compliance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Business Partners and suppliers, ensuring consistent delivery, quality, and innovation.
• Foster a positive, collaborative team culture.

Leadership & Organizational Impact

• Use analytical thinking to independently solve complex problems with minimal guidance.
• Serve as an advisor to management and external stakeholders on procurement-related initiatives.
• Lead team or departmental projects/workstreams within broader initiatives.
• Serve as a resource and mentor to colleagues with less experience.
• Contribute to standards and best practices that shape how the broader organization operates.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree with 57 years of relevant experience, or 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• In-depth knowledge and expertise in procurement or a closely related field, with cross-disciplinary awareness.
• Strong experience in negotiations, contracting, stakeholder management, and sourcing strategy development.
• Excellent prioritization, organization, and project-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to deliver executive-level messaging and influence.
• Ability to adjust quickly to changing priorities, processes, or travel needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.

Exceptional Candidates May Bring

Exceptional candidates combine strategic sourcing expertise with strong commercial acumen and category knowledge across Facilities Management and Construction Services. They are able to:

• Develop and execute category strategies that deliver sustainable cost savings, operational efficiency, and risk mitigation.
• Negotiate complex, high-value service agreements and construction contracts with favorable commercial and contractual outcomes.
• Understand facility operations, labor-intensive service models, and total cost of ownership drivers across janitorial, industrial cleaning, waste, recycling, material handling, and construction categories.
• Identify productivity improvements, scope optimization opportunities, and innovative service delivery solutions that enhance business performance.
• Build trusted relationships with business partners, suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholders to influence decisions and drive alignment.
• Leverage market intelligence, benchmarking, and competitive sourcing strategies to challenge costs and maximize value.
• Manage supplier performance through robust KPI development, governance processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive supplier innovation and sustainability initiatives that support Daimler Truck's long-term operational and environmental objectives.
• Multi-site service contracts and national supplier networks
• Construction, renovation, and capital project procurement
• Performance-based contracting and KPI governance
• Open-book costing and cost-model analysis
• Change order management and claims mitigation

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s):

Detroit, MI US, Fort Mill, SC US, 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

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• 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.

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.