Manager, Truck Control Center & Material Supply Body Shop

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:

• Build up and manage the Inhouse Logistics Operations Team, responsible for managing the Truck Control Center operations for the entire plant and the Inhouse Logistics for series production in Body Shop  
• Lead a Team of around 200 employees in 3 shifts and 20 specialists to ensure the truck control operations and material supply in body shop
• Ensure the operation of logistical equipment including the organization and implementation of emergency concepts, maintenance concepts, reparation concepts etc. 
• Ensure safety of operations under own responsibility, also considering ecological aspects 
• Management of the planning and implementation of new logistics processes, structures and equipment for the logistical supply of series production in Body Shop 
• Execution and implementation of the problem-solving process and series optimization to ensure no production stop due to logistical failures, 
• Responsibility for recruiting, qualification planning and implementation of own personnel (white collars and blue collars) including outsourced personnel (if required) 
• Coordination of the annual inventory (full containers, empties) and permanent inventory at the site 
• Support own process control through planning and implementing KPIs with clear responsibility distribution, coordinate problem solving activity in case of deviance from the defined targets, 
• Analyze and authorize the department budget, assure its fulfillment and develop countermeasures to compensate deviation observed by optimizing or reassigning technical and human resources. 
• Ensure accuracy and maintain reference data in VW Group proprietary systems.  

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia, South Carolina. 
• The responsibilities of this role require daily attendance at 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.

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:

• 10+ years of professional experience in logistics or production environment in the automotive industry 
• 3+ years of management experience in an operative environment 
• Bachelor's/master’s degree in industrial or mechanical, electrical engineering, or related fields 
• Detailed Knowledge and extensive Experience in Quality Management Systems (ISO, VDA, etc …) and related process requirements  
• Affinity to work