Supply Chain Planning Analyst I

Daimler Truck South East Asia; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

401k with company match up to 6%

4 weeks paid vacation

13+ holidays

8 weeks paid parental leave

Employee assistance program

Healthcare plans & wellness programs

Onsite fitness (at some locations)

Tuition assistance

Volunteer paid time off

Disability plans

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America in Detroit, MI is seeking a Vendor Scheduler to ensure on-time delivery of purchased components and to support consolidation, distribution, and machining operations. You will use EDI and manual scheduling to meet targets, while applying analytical methods to improve supply chain processes.

The role emphasizes data analysis, performance improvement, and coordination with suppliers and cross-functional teams across locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in SCM, Engineering, Logistics, Business, or similar.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• Basic understanding of demand forecasting, supply planning, production planning, inventory management, and MRP.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication; collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure on-time delivery of purchased components.
• Support Consolidation Center, parts distribution, and internal Machining departments.
• Use EDI and/or Manual Scheduling to deliver components; meet inventory and premium freight targets.
• Analyze performance, identify problems, and develop recommendations to support planning.
• Plan supporting operations at all locations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Data accuracy

Time management

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Logistics, Business, or similar field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Inside the Role

Vendor Scheduler will be responsible for on time delivery of purchased components. In addition, they will support our Consolidation Center, parts distribution, and internal Machining departments. The candidate will ensure delivery of components using EDI and/or Manual Scheduling, while meeting our targets for inventory value and premium freight. They will use analytical and quantitative methods to understand, predict, and enhance supply chain processes. They have responsibility for assembling data, analyzing performance, identifying problems, and developing recommendations that support planning supporting operations at all locations.

Tasks

Inside the Role

Vendor Scheduler will be responsible for on time delivery of purchased components. In addition, they will support our Consolidation Center, parts distribution, and internal Machining departments. The candidate will ensure delivery of components using EDI and/or Manual Scheduling, while meeting our targets for inventory value and premium freight. They will use analytical and quantitative methods to understand, predict, and enhance supply chain processes. They have responsibility for assembling data, analyzing performance, identifying problems, and developing recommendations that support planning supporting operations at all locations.

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.

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 $65,000 – $83,000 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

• Use analytical and quantitative methods to understand, predict, and enhance supply chain processes. They have the responsibility for assembling data, analyzing performance, identifying problems, and developing recommendations that support planning supporting operations at all locations.
• Provides resolution to problems that are readily identifiable with limited scope and are resolved in accordance with standard practices, procedures, applications or routines. Problem / Task resolution timeframe: The majority of tasks typically take one to two days to resolve.
• Use judgement within defined practices / procedures to determine appropriate action. Problem / Task resolution timeframe: Inclusive of shorter timeframes, but the majority of tasks take up to several weeks to resolve.
• Analysis is required to identify root cause. Uses judgement within defined boundaries to develop alternate solutions, both long and short term. Problem / Task resolution timeframe: Inclusive of shorter timeframes, but typically the majority of tasks take three to six months to resolve.
• Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Constructs and may pursue alternative paths towards a solution. Exercises judgement in selecting method, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results consistent with broadly defined policies and practices. Problem/Task resolution timeframe: Inclusive of shorter timeframes, but typically six to twelve months or more to resolve.
• Works on significant and unique issues where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangibles. Aware and responds to changing and interconnected variables. Exercises independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Problem/Task resolution timeframe: Inclusive of shorter timeframes, but typically twelve months or more to resolve.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor’s degree with a focus in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Logistics, Business, or similar field.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience
• Basic understanding of demand forecasting, supply planning, production planning, inventory management, and material requirements planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.Ability to collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams such as purchasing, manufacturing, logistics, engineering, and quality.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• 1-2 years of relevant experience
• Internship or co-op experience in automotive or manufacturing preferred.
• Exposure to ERP/MRP systems such as SAP or Oracle preferred.
• Familiarity with reporting or visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau is a plus.
• Knowledge of automotive supply-chain concepts, supplier relationships, and production environments

Where We Work

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

Detroit, 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.

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.

Qualifications

Please see above for qualification details