Contracts Manager

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:

• Provide legal and strategic advice and counseling on a wide variety of commercial matters, including with respect to both direct/production and indirect/non-production procurement decisions 
• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage the entire contract lifecycle process
• Regularly review the contract process to ensure accountability and compliance with company policies and procedures, and prepare related reports and documentation
• Manage the contract lifecycle management system
• Develop form documentation, templates, procedures, and training for the Purchasing and Supply Chain Teams 
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with the Supply Chain, Purchasing, Finance, and Sales Teams 
• Collaborate with other Legal Team colleagues on special projects as we grow and develop Scout’s legal culture and functions 

Location & Travel Expectations: This role may be based in Scout Motors’ locations in Novi, MI, Columbia, SC, or McLean, VA. Applicants should expect that the role may require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and be able to 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 law, finance, business administration or similar discipline, J.D. from an accredited law school preferred  
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a contracts manager or equivalent with a medium to large company (ideally automotive industry)
• Significant experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial agreements, preferably experience with supplier and manufacturing related agreements 
• Experience with contract lifecycle management software, including the creation of playbooks, contract workflows, and processes
• Experience and desire to play a key role in a growing legal team that will provide strategic assistance to all areas of the business throughout the contract process 
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to work well across departments and strengthen company culture through effective collaboration 

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 detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

• Competitive insurance including:
  • Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
  • An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
  • 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
  • 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
  • Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range = $120,000 - $140,000

Internal leveling code: IC9

Notice to applicants:

• Residing in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 
• Residing in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. 
• Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.