Manager, Workplace Experience

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.

The essence of this role is to:

• Responsible for Workplace Experience which includes managing 3rd party facilities and contracted service providers at the Blythewood, SC factory and other critical enterprise-wide services and programs
• Lead a team responsible for office facilities management including: cafeteria & food services, office furniture, general maintenance, corporate travel, uniforms & workwear, vehicle fleet, janitorial, pest control, waste management, mail services, landscaping, test track, yards and parking.
• Manage 3rd party facilities management provider responsible for all factory support buildings and supplier park
• Scope, plan, and manage facilities design, construction, and renovation projects
• Evaluate, select, and manage external vendors, contractors and consultants for facilities projects and initiatives
• Manage facilities in-take process and CMMS software to timely review, assign, execute, communicate status, and track key metrics for work requests
• Ensure building operations meet service level standards and are in full compliance with all local laws. regulations, and corporate standards.
• Partner with EHS colleagues to drive efficiencies and improvements in energy management, sustainability, and occupational safety
• Manage key relationships with vendors, business partners and internal stakeholders.
• Develop, track, and control workplace service annual operating budgets
• Establish departmental objectives, milestone planning, and metrics to track and report performance.
• Additional tasks and/or projects as directed by the Director, Corporate Facilities & Services.

Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person meetings and events regularly. This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia, SC. 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:

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Business Administration or related field. Advanced degree preferred
• 7+ years of progressive experience in workplace experience management, property portfolio management, and/or contracted services
• Experience establishing new processes and standards in a fast-paced, startup environment
• Experience scaling up facilities and maintenance services in a start-up/high-growth environment preferred
• Direct experience managing cafeteria and janitorial services RFPs, scope of work, daily operations and vendor performance 
• Experience building out new facilities while scaling up maintenance services in a startup/high-growth environment preferred.
• Strong financial management discipline including budgeting, tracking, and forecasting.
• Commitment to finding solutions to problems and improving the employee experience
• Excelle