Specialist, Pre-Series Material Planner - Overseas Parts

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 trucks 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 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. 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. And respect for our customers by developing two powertrains that meet their requirements — an all-electric powertrain as well as the Harvester™ range extender powertrain which includes a built-in gas-powered generator with an estimated 500 miles of combined range.

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:

Monitoring and checking of the gross and demand calculations for Overseas Parts taking into account any short-term changes in the production program

Monitoring of deliveries/dates according to delivery schedule in coordination with all parties involved (suppliers, freight forwarders and warehouses)

Checking the sub-/overstocks on the basis of the available IT systems

Independent definition and maintenance of the relevant master data and pre-series parameters

Ensuring supplier information for model maintenance and projects with regard to pre-series part delivery dates

Ensuring part availability for new project milestones (VFF, PVS, 0 series, SOP), model years / maintenance and ongoing change projects

Initiation and coordination of special measures with Logistics Provider, freight forwarders and production in the event of supply problems, transport losses and damage as well as supplier failures

Monitoring of program readiness (initial sample target dates)

Coordination with Logistics Provider and internal departments for the use of new parts stands and scheduling

Organization and coordination of parts provision for pre-series vehicles

Phase-out and start-up control during model maintenance in close cooperation with the Technical Change Service

Cross-divisional coordination, e.g. with Quality management, Technical development, suppliers, bill of materials, assembly or technical office regarding the implementation of the planned change requests, change controls and model maintenance points

Participation in standard appointments for the development of the resource planning of parts and changes

Location Travel Expectations :

This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Blythewood, South Carolina.

This role requires 4-5 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events.

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:

4+ years of professional experience in logistics or production environment in the automotive industry

Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. An equivalent amount of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Proven experience in the field of scheduling or pre series logistics would be an advantage

Excellent negotiation and communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage complexity

Collaborative team-player with strong interpersonal skills able to work at each hierarchical level of the company

Strong understanding of Production environment and affinity to work with complex IT-Systems

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…