Functional Lead – Materials & Operations, L5

Daimler Truck North America

. Lead the Materials & Operations workstream for the Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2017 to Dynamics 365 Business Central migration program .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $104,000 - $133,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading materials and operations processes, including migration to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, while ensuring effective stakeholder collaboration and performance measurement. Proficient in materials management, inventory control, and process automation to enhance operational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Microsoft Dynamics NAV ExperienceMaterials Management ExpertiseInventory Management SkillsProcess Automation ExperienceLean or Six Sigma Certification

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Hard Skills

Materials ManagementInventory ManagementWarehouse OperationsERP ImplementationPerformance MeasurementData AnalysisProcess AutomationOperational MetricsProduction PlanningMaster Data Management

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsStakeholder ManagementIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business CentralReporting PlatformsOperational Analytics SolutionsWarehouse Scanning TechnologiesAI-Enabled Workplace Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Lean CertificationSix Sigma CertificationCPIM CertificationCSCP Certification

Industry Keywords

Supply Chain OperationsManufacturing OperationsDistributionRemanufacturingInventory Optimization

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the Materials & Operations workstream for the Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2017 to Dynamics 365 Business Central migration program
Lead requirements definition, solution design, testing, deployment, and stabilization activities
Coordinate SMEs and operational stakeholders across participating sites
Identify, evaluate, and implement process automation opportunities within materials, inventory, warehouse, and operational processes
Collaborate with business stakeholders, implementation partners, and technical resources to improve process efficiency, standardization, data quality, and user adoption
Provide functional leadership for reporting and performance measurement activities
Lead future-state design and validation of material management, inventory management, warehouse operations, production material flows, production order management, routing management, product traceability, and remanufacturing-related processes
Support operational process design and manufacturing process integration activities
Collaborate with Planning, Finance, Quality, Engineering, and Operations stakeholders for end-to-end process alignment
Coordinate reporting requirements, operational metrics, KPIs, dashboards, and performance reporting processes
Coordinate testing, training support, cutover preparation, data validation, go-live readiness, and hypercare activities
Facilitate issue resolution and support successful business adoption
Validate reporting outputs, master data, and operational processes throughout testing and deployment
Support standardized reporting and performance measurement practices across participating sites

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field AND 5+ years of experience
Experience in materials management, inventory management, warehouse operations, supply chain operations, or related business functions
Experience working in manufacturing, distribution, remanufacturing, or similar operational environments
Strong knowledge of materials management, inventory management, warehouse operations, and inventory control processes
Experience developing reporting requirements, analyzing business data, and supporting performance measurement through operational metrics and KPIs
Understanding of material flow, replenishment, inventory accuracy, traceability, and master data management concepts
Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and coordinating business stakeholders
An attached resume is required
Manufacturing operations experience
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work independently and drive resolution of complex business and process issues
Experience with process automation, workflow automation, warehouse scanning, or related business process improvement initiatives
ERP implementation, upgrade, or business transformation experience
Microsoft Dynamics NAV and/or Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central experience
Experience supporting reporting platforms, dashboards, and operational analytics solutions
Experience with remanufacturing, production planning, warehouse management, or inventory optimization processes
Lean, Six Sigma, CPIM, CSCP, or similar certifications
Finance, costing, or inventory valuation knowledge
Basic proficiency with AI-enabled workplace tools and technologies
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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus program
401k company contribution with company match up to 6%
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
Wellness programs
Onsite fitness at some locations
Tuition assistance
Volunteer paid time off
Short-term and long-term disability plans