Specialist, Project Steering

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

 

The Specialist, Serial Planning Steering is responsible for a seamless production of the Scout Motors vehicle bodies. The Specialist will report to the Project Steering Manager. 

 

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

• Serve as a key leader in the serial scheduling steering team 
• Development and creation of a serial planning control strategy in coordination with adjacent departments (e.g. press shop, body shop, controlling, work and plant organization, IE & production system, production, construction infrastructure and product planning) in order to ensure, adapt and, if necessary, optimize the control of series planning with regard to organizational, financial and time goals 
• Monitor and implement all key performance indicators and specifications of the various departments of serial planning.  
• Development and control of serial planning control processes using new technologies and interdisciplinary communication to increase the overall quality of coordination, the associated cost reduction and to improve the overall effectiveness of series planning 
• Maintain and create overall processes and workflows for all departments of serial planning as well as ensuring an internal and external "One Face to the Customer" strategy.  
• Coordinate all valuation requests and drive the consolidation of the Serial Planning departments as well as ensure risk management and OKR processes in the Serial Planning. 
• Management of the overall concept for risk management within series planning, preparation and safeguarding of organizational processes and model changes in series planning 
• Develop Project Management Team according New Project / Serial Planning activities.

Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require daily attendance at in-person meetings and events. 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: 

• 3+ years of professional experience in automotive production, with expertise in achieving stable production processes and in-depth knowledge of project steering operations
• Bachelor's/Master's degree in mechanical, economics engineering, or related fields
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously

What you'll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up.  This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation.  In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detaile