FOR ALL WHO KEEP THE WORLD MOVING

At Daimler Truck Australia Pacific, our company is well positioned as a global leader in the manufacturing of high quality commercial vehicles with three high-profile brands - Mercedes-Benz Trucks, Fuso Truck and Bus and Freightliner. Leaders in our industry, we have a clear vision to be the undisputed leader of the truck and bus industry in Australia, and we share a common Daimler Trucks purpose across the globe- For All Who Keep The World Moving!

The role:

This exciting role will drive the technical product data and sales operations excellence for Mercedes-Benz Trucks, as the Product and Master data Specialist. In this challenging role, you will support the Mercedes-Benz Product and Sales Operations teams to define and specify Mercedes-Benz Trucks products together with dealers to deliver consistent MB products and pipeline to our customers.

Based at the head office in Mulgrave and reporting to the Manager - Product and Planning, your key responsibilities will include:

Define and specify MB products with Australian and New Zealand dealers
Ensure vehicle and wholesale processing guidelines are met
Configure chassis to meet market and homologation requirements
Support strategic analysis of market trends and support transition of product specification and Master Data tasks
Provide technical support to engineering and product teams as required
Maintain Master Data management and specification development for the seamless integration to ordering processing systems
Support sales operation functions including sales planning, vehicle ordering and logistics
Manage truck sale orders and specification changes through factory system and SAP
Collaborate with key stakeholders in DAG to secure production quota and special customer requirements
Assist the Sales and Aftersales Team with the management of vehicle specification and stock inquiries

Who we are looking for:

To be the successful candidate, you will be self-motivated and have exceptional verbal and written communication skills. You will be highly organised, can lead from example and have strong attention to detail. You will have some experience in manufacturing and service of commercial vehicles and have solid communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills. The successful candidate will have an understanding of project management and tender submissions too.

Ideally, the candidate will have wholesale dealer management experience along with commercial vehicle knowledge and sales/manufacturing experience. Proficiency in Microsoft programs including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Project is required alongside SAP. It is preferred that the candidate has a Mechanical Engineering or similar qualification and technical expertise.

Tertiary qualification in a related discipline is preferred.

If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, Make Your Move, apply now with your CV and cover letter. Applications close Friday 7th July.

This is a local, permanent role. You must have a permanent working visa for Australia / New Zealand to be able to apply for this position.

At Daimler Truck Australia Pacific, we believe our people make the difference. We are proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and are committed to inspiring an innovative and collaborative working culture. By joining our team, you will access generous employee benefits, such as discounted car leasing, on-site parking, employee assistance programs and much more. We understand everyone benefits from work differently, therefore our approach to learning is open and individually adaptable. Career pathways are supported through a network of learning and development programs, like our Women in Leadership Program and Mentoring Program, allowing everyone to grow at their own pace. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We openly celebrate Diversity Day, International Women’s and Men’s Days and host guest speakers to foster a collaborative culture. Our team’s contributions are actively recognized through Employee Recognition and Reward programs. This celebrates our dynamic working culture and one where our people can be themselves.

Product and Master Data Specialist