WCM Transformation Global Champion… at Mercedes-Benz… · 1301-Aksa…

WCM Transformation Global Champion (Aksaray)

For all who keep the world moving.

We as Mercedes-Benz Türk develop and produce Trucks & Buses in our factories based in Istanbul & Aksaray in order to shape the future of sustainable transportation.

We are an important part of the production and R&D network of Daimler Truck AG.

Everything we do, contributes to a cleaner, safer, more efficient and distinctive future. We start with listening, build to solve, lead with the long view and progress together!

Are you ready to be part of our global team to keep the world moving?

Why you matter in this role

The WCM Transformation Global Champion based at the Aksaray Truck Plant is responsible for the global development and implementation of the Workplace Organization, Logistics and Customer Service, and Quality Control World Class Manufacturing (WCM) pillars across the organization’s plants worldwide. For these pillars, the WCM Transformation Global Champion is responsible for the development and implementation of the global strategy and roadmap; the definition of critical KPI and KAI and their targets; the coaching of plant WCM pillar leaders and pillar teams; support for strategic plant projects; the development and sharing of standards, methods and tools; and the systematic collection and transfer of Best Practices worldwide.

The position requires a highly experienced candidate who combines deep technical expertise with strong leadership and coaching capabilities to develop a world-class manufacturing culture and strengthen operational stability, logistics performance, customer orientation, built-in quality and sustainable continuous improvement.

What you can expect

WCM Strategy & Deployment

• Develop and continuously improve the WCM roadmap and deployment strategy.
• Ensure alignment of plant improvement initiatives with global WCM standards and business objectives.
• Support the implementation of best practices across manufacturing, logistics, quality and customer service functions.

Leadership of Workplace Organization, Logistics and Customer Service, and Quality Control Pillars

• Act as the organization’s subject-matter expert for Workplace Organization, Logistics and Customer Service, and Quality Control.
• Develop pillar roadmaps, standards, governance processes and capability-building programs. Lead strategic initiatives to improve workplace organization, end-to-end logistics performance, customer service and product and process quality.
• Support manufacturing and logistics areas in achieving pillar-related targets, audits and assessments. Coach pillar leaders and operational teams in applying WCM methodologies and pillar-specific tools.
• Lead the development and global deployment of Workplace Organization standards, including workplace design, visual management, 5S, standard work integration, waste elimination and sustainable workplace discipline.
• Drive Logistics and Customer Service improvements focused on lead time reduction, material and information flow, internal logistics, inventory optimization, delivery reliability and customer-oriented performance.
• Establish and continuously improve Shopfloor Management and Daily Management Systems to strengthen performance transparency, accountability and rapid issue resolution across the value stream.
• Lead Quality Control improvements through quality-at-source, defect prevention, process capability, structured problem solving, root-cause analysis and sustainable corrective and preventive actions.

Plant Improvement & Transformation Projects

• Work closely with pillar leaders and functional departments to define and execute strategic improvement projects.
• Facilitate cross-functional problem-solving activities and sustainable corrective actions.
• Support innovative and digital solutions that improve operational, logistics, customer and quality performance.

Audit & Assessment Management

• Prepare and support internal and external WCM audits.
• Conduct pillar maturity assessments and identify improvement opportunities.
• Ensure alignment with WCM standards and applicable quality, logistics and customer requirements.

Capability Building & Cultural Transformation

• Design and deliver training programs on WCM methodologies and pillar-specific competencies.
• Develop internal coaching and qualification concepts for leaders, pillar members and operational teams.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, ownership, customer orientation and built-in quality.

Benchmarking & Best-Practice Sharing

• Benchmark internal and external WCM best practices.
• Build networks across global manufacturing sites.
• Translate successful practices into standardized implementation plans.

That’s why you are a match

Required

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Quality Management or a related field
• Good written and spoken Turkish and English, German is asset
• Residency in Aksaray
• Willingness to travel other countries regularly
• Comprehensive technical and leadership understanding of the following WCM pillars: Workplace Organization, Logistics and Customer Service, and Quality Control
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience as a plant or central team Pillar Leader or specialist in at least two of the following WCM pillars: Workplace Organization, Logistics and Customer Service, and Quality Control
• Proven expertise in implementing and sustaining Workplace Organization systems, including 5S, visual management, workplace standards, standard work, employee ownership and workplace discipline
• Demonstrated expertise in lead time reduction, material and information flow optimization, internal logistics, inventory management, delivery reliability, Shopfloor Management and Daily Management System
• Practical experience in customer service performance, including delivery performance, responsiveness, escalation management and cross-functional resolution of customer-related issues
• Strong knowledge of Quality Control methods, including quality-at-source, defect prevention, process capability, structured problem solving, root-cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions
• Proven track record of implementing enterprise-level transformation projects as part of WCM
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial engineering, logistics, supply chain, quality or a related field. Strong knowledge of truck production and operations is an advantage
• Strong facilitation, mentoring and stakeholder engagement skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively in different international contexts. Proven experience in leading global, interdisciplinary teams is a plus

Why join us?

Move the world forward: Every 7 of 10 of trucks and 4 of 10 buses produced in Turkiye carry our signature.

Shape the future of mobility: Guided by the star, we are driving innovation with groundbreaking electric vehicle projects. Your ideas today can change how he world moves tomorrow.

Global Impact, local roots: With 100,000 colleagues across 40+ locations, we embody a truly multinational culture—exporting know-how and impact worldwide in Daimler Truck.

Drive sustainability with purpose: For us, sustainability isn’t a trend—it’s a responsibility, fully aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

Grow without boundaries: Cross-functional, cross-location, and international rotations — here, borders don’t limit your career. Your growth has no boundaries.

Learn & Evolve: Take advantage of continuous learning, mentoring, and development programs designed to support your growth at every step.

Thrive beyond work: With 20+ active hobby and sports clubs and sponsorship of national teams, we celebrate life both on and off the field.

To join us:

1) Application: Introduce yourself and share why you’re a great fit for the role!

2) Assessment: Show your skills through the tests and tools we’ve prepared for the position. Don’t forget! Each position is unique and requires different skills.

3) Interview: Let’s meet! We’ll get to know each other!

4) Offer: Once everything’s complete, we’ll make our offer. Time to decide!

At Mercedes-Benz Türk, we support diversity and advocate an equitable and inclusive corporate culture. Guided by our principle that ‘jobs have no gender’, we are building a workplace together where everyone feels they belong through our diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. We base our strategy on fairness and equal opportunity, and we evaluate all applications in line with the principle of equality—regardless of age, culture, belief, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, parenthood, or disability status.

So, if you don’t meet all the requirements, we encourage you to go ahead and apply — your unique skills and story might be exactly what we’re looking for.