Job Description

Inside the Role

The Materials Planning & Control Analyst II is responsible for ensuring material availability to support DCNA’s parts distribution and operational requirements while optimizing inventory levels and supplier performance. Plans, schedules and manages the efficient movement of material from receiving or the warehouse to production. Develops raw material requirements and scheduling requirements from engineering specifications and production schedules and plans and manages material movement with purchasing, warehouse, and production. May use Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems. May negotiate lead times with suppliers and manage schedules for timely delivery

This role drives demand translation into executable supply plans, manages MRP parameters, monitors supplier lead times, and proactively mitigates material shortages. The position partners closely with Purchasing, Logistics Operations, Warehouse, Finance, and international suppliers (e.g., Turkey, Daimler Buses Germany) to maintain service levels while improving working capital efficiency.

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, this role serves as the operational backbone of material flow discipline across the DCNA supply chain.

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 $78,000.00 - $100,000.00 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

Material Planning & MRP Execution

• Plan and schedule material requirements based on customer demand, forecast inputs, and service level targets.

• Maintain and manage MRP parameters including:

• Safety stock levels

• Reorder points

• Lead times

• Lot sizing strategies

• Convert demand signals into purchase requisitions and supply orders.

• Ensure alignment between system planning outputs and operational realities.

Supplier Coordination & Lead Time Management

• Work closely with Purchasing tomonitoropen orders and supplier confirmations.

• Negotiate or adjust lead times asrequiredto protect service levels.

• Proactivelyidentifyrisks related to:

• Production delays

• Transit disruptions

• Capacity constraints

• Support direct procurement initiatives (e.g.,Turkeysourcing strategy).

Inventory Optimization & Service Level Management

• Balance availability with working capital discipline.

• Reduce backorders and prevent stockouts through proactive planning.

• Identifyexcess and slow-moving inventory and recommend corrective actions.

• Supportinventoriesturn improvement initiatives.

• Participate in cycle count reviews and root cause analysis for discrepancies.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Partner with:

• Logistics Operations (inbound scheduling & freight planning)

• Warehouse team (receiving prioritization & space planning)

• Finance (inventory valuation & accrual accuracy)

• Ensure seamless material movement from supplier → warehouse → customer fulfillment.

Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor KPIs

• Analyze trends and recommend structural improvements.

• Lead or support projects to improve planning accuracy and responsiveness.

• Provideinformal guidance to team members when needed.

Knowledge You Should Bring 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Industrial Engineering, or related fieldand 2–4 years of experience in material planning, inventory control, or supply chain operations,or8years relevant experience in lieu of degree

• Working knowledge of MRP systems

• Strong analytical and Excel skills

• Understanding of supply chain drivers: demand variability, lead time, safety stock logic

• An attached resume isrequired

Exceptional Candidates Might Have 

• Experience in parts distribution or automotive/heavy equipment environment

• Exposure to international sourcing and long lead-time planning

• ERPproficiency

• Experience with KPI dashboards (Power BI preferred)

• Lean / Continuous Improvement mindset

#LI-RR1 #LI-Hybrid

Where We Work

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

Jacksonville, FL US. Relocation assistance for this position is available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria.

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.