Senior Manager, Vehicle Logistics

Scout Motors   

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.

Scout is all about respect.  Respect for the environment by developing all-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? 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 all-electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Establish a comprehensive Scout Motors vehicle logistics strategy in a greenfield environment, optimizing for cost, expediency, cash flow management, reliability, and damage minimization while accounting for evolving business priorities as production volumes and distribution geography rapidly expand.
• Create an operational roadmap and create the project management structure necessary to smoothly and efficiently stand up all vehicle logistics services on-time and within budget.
• Coordinate all vehicle logistics studies and consulting engagements, starting with a finished vehicle logistics network and operations study and continuing with supplementary engagements as needed.
• Lead the management of multiple third-party carrier and logistics vendors, including rail, long-haul truck, last-mile delivery, and specialized logistics services, from initial procurement through contracting, onboarding, and operating phases.
• Manage both day-to-day and strategic relationships with key vehicle logistics vendors, establishing clearly defined SLAs, performance measurements, business reviews, and escalation procedures.
• Define and manage a comprehensive damage management, repair, and dispute resolution processes.
• Define an initial and steady-state organizational structure for a Scout Motors vehicle logistics department, then build a highly efficient and high performing organization with clear operating procedures, budgets, and role responsibilities.
• In coordination with Scout Digital Products and Scout IT, define the IT systems, internal tools, connected-car capabilities, and external partner integrations required to effectively manage day-to-day vehicle logistics operations.
• Collaborate with Scout Production to define factory yard marshalling and outbounding processes, setting appropriate vehicle logistics strategy, procurement, and performance monitoring targets to meet requirements of both Scout Production and the retail network.
• Collaborate with the Scout Sales Planning and Scout Retail Operations teams to continuously align logistics plans and capabilities with evolving business needs.
• As needed, manage logistics relationships and performance monitoring programs with regional and/or local inventory handling and vehicle storage partners.
• Create a process and supporting infrastructure to achieve specialized vehicle logistics requests from other Scout Motors stakeholders, such as Product Marketing, Experiential Marketing, and Communications.

Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person meetings and events occasionally. This role is open to remote applicants in the United States with the exception of New York City. This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City. 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 Scouts 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 wha