Senior Specialist, Indirect Purchasing - Logistics

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and will do so once again.

But Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.

The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the environment by developing electric vehicles with the capability to get you to any location. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn’t been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. And respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute.

At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion.

Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!

What you’ll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Work hand-in-hand with the Scout team to identify the right suppliers to build and supply parts & services, including participating in pre-souring audits to confirm acceptability of new suppliers. 
• Establish sourcing strategy for assigned commodities and product groups, lead the sourcing process up to and including contract award 
• Act as program manager during the pre-production phase, ensuring that all industrialization at suppliers achieve the project requirements in terms of timing, cost, and quality. 
• Evaluate and apply technical changes to parts / services, ensuring that cost, quality and delivery objectives are met. 
• Lead cross-functional evaluation of suppliers’ preparedness for mass-production, together with Scout Quality, Engineering, and Logistics teams. 
• This role will involve vendor management, commercial/cost negotiation, vendor nomination, and collaboration with internal teams to support the overall supply chain strategy. 

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia, South Carolina.
• The responsibilities of this role require 4 days attendance in office with in-person meetings and events regularly. 
• Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.
• Travel: Domestic and international travel potential. Valid Driver's license and passport required. 

What you’ll bring 

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring: 

• High integrity and professionalism
• Able to effectively collaborate in a team setting with other functions/departments
• Business and performance driven
• Ability to adapt in an ambiguous and fast-paced environment
• Strong planning and analytical skills
• Strategic thinking & understanding
• Positive mindset
• Proactivity and the ability to work across multiple workstreams
• A passion for creating something new
• Ability to find creative solutions to complex problems
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of an organization

Minimum Requirements:

• 5-10 years in purchasing environment with experience developing and executing procurement category strategies related to international logistics and customs regulations.
• 5-10 years of experience in leading the procurement process, commercial/cost negotiations and supplier nominations
• 5-10 years of project management experience
• 5-10 years of knowledge of procurement systems (SAP, Ivalua, etc.)
• Proficient in data analytics & reporting to evaluate costs and vendor performance
• Strong reputation of developing, nurturing, and maintain