Program Specialist Government & Defense

%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EAbout Us:%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EMercedes-Benz North America Corporation is a US subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, one of the most successful automotive companies. With Mercedes-Benz AG, the Group is one of the leading global suppliers of premium and luxury cars and vans. Mercedes-Benz Mobility AG offers financing, leasing, car subscription and car rental, fleet management, digital services for a charging and payment as well as innovative mobility services. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation (MBNAC) operates as a holding company for all Mercedes-Benz Group entities in the United States of America. MBNAC provides services to Mercedes-Benz Group subsidiaries in North America in areas such as Treasury, Tax, Accounting, Corporate Communications, Government Relations, Legal and Human Resources.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EWhy work at Mercedes-Benz%26nbsp;North America Corporation?%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EWorking at Mercedes-Benz%26nbsp;North America Corporation is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to join an innovative team where you are valued for your contributions. As an employee, you will experience career development in a positive, employee-centric environment. We’re a global company that not only offers best-in-class products to our customers but also best-in-class benefits to our employees. Our employees experience a comfortable, friendly environment and relaxed, inclusive culture. %26nbsp;%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cdiv style=%22border-width:100%;direction:ltr;%22%3E%3Cdiv style=%22direction:ltr;margin-left:0in;margin-top:0in;width:6.5381in;%22%3E%3Cdiv style=%22direction:ltr;margin-left:0in;margin-top:0in;width:6.5381in;%22%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EBenefits%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EWhen working at Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation, you will enjoy a comprehensive and amenity-rich benefits package offering something for every employee at each stage of their life.%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EAs a new employee, you will have the opportunity to take advantage of the following benefits that go beyond – beginning day one:%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EGet Rewarded!%3C/strong%3E Competitive salary plus an annual bonus based on company performance and/or personal yearly performance%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ENeed a vacation?%3C/strong%3E How about just some time for YOU! In addition to our vacation time, you’ll receive fifteen (15) additional corporate holidays, which will allow you to celebrate religious holidays or escape to the spa! Designed to be flexible, we let you decide which days are most important to you!%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ERide in Style%3C/strong%3E - All employees are eligible to participate in the Mercedes-Benz Employee Lease Program%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EWe want you to be healthy!%3C/strong%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%26nbsp; %3C/span%3EOutstanding medical, dental, and vision insurance, employer-paid short and long term disability plus on-site exercise facilities%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EIs your family growing?%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E %3C/span%3EEnjoy generous paid Family Leave Programs%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%26nbsp; %3C/span%3E- Six Weeks for New Parents; Adoption Expense Reimbursement Programs - up to %246k per child%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EWant to go back to school?%3C/strong%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-spacerun:yes;%22%3E%26nbsp; %3C/span%3ETuition Assistance Scholar Program - receive up to %248k in vouchers to complete business-related coursework%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul style=%22direction:ltr;margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0in;unicode-bidi:embed;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli style=%22margin-bottom:0;margin-top:0;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%246k for undergraduate%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22margin-bottom:0;margin-top:0;vertical-align:middle;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%248k for graduate%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/div%3E%3C/div%3E%3C/div%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EJob Overview:%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3EAs Program Specialist Government you will be instrumental in driving the successful implementation of Mercedes-Benz NA’s newly established Government and Defense business team. You will be the first member of the team supporting the Head of Business Development Government %26amp; Defense, with primary responsibility for navigating the Mercedes-Benz corporate structure, interfacing with Mercedes-Benz Strategy North America, the G-Class Team in and other corporate program management functions. You will manage the cadence of meetings and conducting program reviews, keep multiple parallel workstreams on time and on track for delivery. You will monitor progress against defined KPIs, conduct in-depth variance analyses, and develop targeted action plans. Your exceptional communication skills and collaborative approach will be critical in working closely with diverse internal stakeholders across Mercedes-Benz, requiring you to be both a proactive challenger and a supportive partner. The business team%27s tooling ecosystem and operating processes are still being built out, including AI-enabled productivity and capture-intelligence platforms (curiosity about how AI tools can support the work, and willingness to help shape the tech stack as it matures, is valued). Customer-facing business development will be led by the Head of BD.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3EResponsibilities%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Monitor the execution of the defined U.S. Government and Defense business team strategy and strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with overall objectives.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Project management of the foundations of the new business team and the initial business development pipeline, tracking parallel workstreams across regulatory readiness, registration, corporate security, vehicle compliance, demonstrator vehicles, integrator and teaming relationships, industry events, BD intelligence tooling, and grant funding.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Navigate the Mercedes-Benz corporate structure to identify and engage the appropriate internal stakeholders across all relevant entities and business functions in North America and at headquarters, building strong working relationships to ensure seamless progress across workstreams.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Interface with relevant internal stakeholders to align the business team%27s project-management cadence, milestone framework, and reporting standards with established Mercedes-Benz practices.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Organize, schedule, and run the cadence of meetings that holds the business team%27s plan together: weekly stand-ups, monthly leadership reviews, internal stakeholder syncs across departments, and quarterly business reviews with senior leadership.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Manage timelines and deliverables across all workstreams — milestone tracking, decision log, risk register, and an integrated dashboard reporting against published KPIs.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Help develop and use the business team%27s AI tooling stack as it comes online for daily productivity, capture-intelligence platforms, AI-assisted document and proposal-asset generation. The tooling is still being built out; willingness to learn and contribute matters more than pre-existing expertise.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Track and report progress across all business team workstreams through integrated KPI dashboards, milestone tracking, decision logs, and risk registers; conduct variance analyses, coordinate corrective actions with stakeholders, and provide concise executive updates on progress, risks, and opportunities.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Develop and implement effective action plans to address deviations, working collaboratively with responsible departments to ensure buy-in and commitment.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Proactively engage with responsible departments to understand challenges, identify potential roadblocks, and co-create solutions, acting as both a challenger and a supportive resource.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Facilitate open communication and alignment between different departments, fostering a collaborative environment to ensure a coordinated and effective approach to strategy execution.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Identify and escalate potential risks and roadblocks to strategy execution in a timely and constructive manner.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;Coordinate the broader execution model around the program including potential interns, graduate capstone projects, and outside consultants to maintain a lean and capital-efficient operating posture during the business team%27s startup phase.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cdiv%3E%26nbsp;%3C/div%3E
%3Cdiv style=%22border-width:100%;direction:ltr;%22%3E%3Cdiv style=%22direction:ltr;margin-left:0in;margin-top:0in;width:6.6041in;%22%3E%3Cdiv style=%22direction:ltr;margin-left:0in;margin-top:0in;width:6.6041in;%22%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3EQualifications%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Bachelor%27s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Public Administration, International Affairs, or a related field.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in project management, program management, strategy execution, business operations, or a similar role.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data across multiple parallel workstreams and identify actionable insights.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus across diverse stakeholders inside a large, complex organization.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Proficiency in project management tools and the Microsoft 365 Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Demonstrated comfort operating in a new or early-stage business team, including building operating cadence and producing structured output without an established playbook.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Broad understanding of various aspects of the business and their interdependencies.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Candidates must be eligible to satisfy applicable U.S. government security, contracting, or export-control requirements associated with the role.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3EPreferred Qualifications%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Active or recent U.S. Government security clearance, or eligibility for one.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Experience with U.S. government or military contracting, federal sales operations, or federal-services capture support.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Existing network within Mercedes-Benz, with established relationships across various departments and entities.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Experience in the automotive industry, with a strong understanding of its dynamics and challenges.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Familiarity with AI productivity tools (Microsoft Copilot, large language models, AI-assisted document and presentation generation, capture-intelligence platforms such as GovWin or Deltek, or AI-augmented equivalents); experience building AI-augmented workflows in a previous role is a plus.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•In-depth knowledge of strategy execution frameworks and methodologies.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Proven experience in working with cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and driving results in a complex stakeholder environment.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•German language proficiency.%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3ESkills%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Analytical Skills%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Problem-Solving%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Project Management%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Program Management%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Communication Skills%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Collaboration%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Data Analysis%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Reporting%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Stakeholder Management%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Influencing Skills%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Performance Management%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Corrective Action Planning%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•Risk and Issue Management%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Calibri;font-size:11.0pt;margin:0in;%22%3E•AI Tool Fluency (preferred)%3C/p%3E%3C/div%3E%3C/div%3E%3C/div%3E%3Cp%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EPosting Statement%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EMercedes-Benz North America Corporation offers competitive salary commensurate with experience and a full suite of benefits including 401(K) with match, generous vacation and personal time, performance-based bonuses, a Mercedes-Benz car program and more.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EEEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Vets%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E#LI-JM2%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E