• Job Description

  Req#: DT-10830

  Inside the Role

  Our legal team seeks to hire a Corporate Counsel experienced in contract negotiation, commercial transactions and process improvement that is motivated to play an integral role in executing our product strategy to lead sustainable transportation. You will be part of a team that is a key business parter to our commercial, aftermarket and procurement groups. In this role, you will have the opportunity to co-create new strategies and models for strategic purchases, and high volume purchases where scaleability is essential, develop and implement process improvement initiatives to continuously improve our contract management process, and work with a team of passionate, intelligent and fun individuals supporting the same purpose.
  
  The Corporate Counsel will work proactively with cross-functional peers to help achieve common goals and objectives through thoughtful analysis and collaborative partnership. Success in the role will require a high level of collaboration with stakeholders from various product groups, sales and marketing, aftermarket, procurement, IT, members of our legal and compliance team, and our headquarter groups based in Germany. The Corporate Counsel must approach the work with the goal of improving processes and outcomes.
  
  You will excel in this role if you are analytical, a flexible and inclusive communicator, think proactively, possess good business sense and a growth mindset. The successful candidate will apply principled legal analysis with a blend of common sense, sound judgment, and creativity.

  We Take Care of Our Team

  Position offers a starting salary range of $136,000.00 - $173,500.00 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 h olidays; 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

  • Advise and counsel members of our procurement departments with respect to contract drafting, review and negotiation.

  • Efficiently negotiate, prepare, draft, and analyze contracts and contract terms related to a variety of customer, vendor, trade, commercial, financial, and operational matters to protect DTNA’s legal and business interests.

  • Develop playbooks to support strategic commercial transactions such as managing new technology purchases, what’s market for key transaction terms and risk allocation, and successfully navigating distressed suppliers.

  • Review and revision of marketing communications.

  • Create contract review playbooks and training materials to enable fellow legal team members as well as members of the procurement teams to review and negotiate contracts.

  • Prepare and maintain contract templates and/or clauses.

  • Support adoption and implementation of technology tools to improve efficiency and effectiveness of our contract lifecycle management process.

  • Support smooth handoff of commercial disputes to litigation team members.

  • Partner with corporate compliance on commercial related regulatory compliance matters.

  • Keep informed of new laws, regulations and industry trends that could affect the company and proactively make recommendations for changes to practices and policies.

  • Manage outside counsel with an eye for best value services.

  • Have the courage to form and defend a point of view on sensitive, high-profile issues, balanced with the humility to accept and incorporate other perspectives.

  • Blend rigorous legal assessment with creative problem solving.

  • Be self-motivated and intellectually curious.

  Knowledge You Should Bring

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

  • Membership in good standing in a state Bar with the ability to practice law in Oregon as in-house counsel.

  • 5+ years relevant legal experience with a mix of law firm and in-house counsel roles required.

  • Significant experience negotiating and drafting contracts.

  • Experience communicating with and presenting information to leaders and executives.

  • Experience drafting and implementing playbooks, templates, or other continuous improvement initiatives designed to improve contract lifecycle management.

  • Ability to influence and gain partnership where direct reporting lines are absent.

  • Ability to bring levity and humor to an otherwise serious practice.

  Exceptional Candidates Might Have

  • +8 years of professional experience preferred

  • Experience working in both manufacturing and software led organizations desired.

  • International experience desired.

  Reports to: Associate General Counsel – Commercial, Distribution & Antitrust

  This position is not eligible for relocation support.

  #LI-JN1 #LI-Hybrid

  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

  YOU MAKE US - YOU MAKE THE DIFFERENCE

  People are what makes us - everyone makes the difference at Daimler Truck. As one global team, we drive success: from conventional powertrains to the future of sustainable transportation. We build to solve. Constantly pursuing our goals. Our culture. Our daily life.

  It’s your impact that makes the difference. Only together, will we achieve more sustainable transportation, reduce our carbon footprint, increase safety on and off the track, develop smarter technology and financial solutions. All essential, to fulfill our purpose for all who keep the world moving. That’s why we rely on each other. We start with listening to your insights, thoughts, and ideas.

  Let’s unleash our collective potential to build our future, progress together and lead with the long view. Because everything you do has an impact. It matters. This is what we call impact Culture.

  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

  • Visa sponsorship will only be open to current Daimler Truck North America employees working under an existing U.S. Daimler Truck North America Visa

  • All other 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/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

  Daimler Truck North America 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.

• About the company

  Daimler Truck AG is one of the world's largest commercial vehicle manufacturers, with over 35 main locations worldwide and approximately 100,000 employees.

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