Senior Specialist, Material & Project Controlling

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:

• Lead Material Cost Controlling activities for serial production, including variance analysis, forecasting and cost optimization initiatives across the manufacturing operations
• Own planning and tracking of serial material cost performance (including standard cost updates, index changes and actual vs. planned cost deviations)
• Act as subject matter expert in serial cost controlling topics (inclusive of finance expert into related IT systems)
• Lead and develop robust business cases (e.g., insourcing, lease vs. buy, make or buy) to support strategic initiatives
• Partner cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality and Finance teams to drive alignment towards long-term financial targets
• Develop and refining planning assumptions and cost drivers to be used in modeling for forecasting, budgeting and strategic planning models
• Identify and report cost saving opportunities across operational and strategic initiatives
• Prepare clear and concise financial presentations for decision-making committees and milestone reviews
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of the Long-Range Planning and annual budget creation for Manufacturing Operations
• Ensure accuracy and data integrity for financial inputs into business cases and various financial models
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis and support special projects as assigned by management

 

Location & Travel Expectations:

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

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 Business Administration or a related field is required. 
• Minimum of 5 years of Finance or other related field (such as Project Steering, Engineering, Purchasing, Production)
• Preferred experience in Material Cost Controlling/Manufacturing Cost Controlling
• Demonstrated knowledge of material cost controlling processes and procedures
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Processes and technology (Automotive Manufacturing preferred)
• Demonstrated experience in developing and managing complex business cases
• Prior experience in SAP (S/4Hanna) or similar ERP systems
• Ability to synthesize, analyze and communicate financial data clearly to both finance and non-finance audiences
• Advanced Excel skills, including financial modeling, scenario analysis and macro development
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint for executive-level presentation

 

What you'll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up<