<div>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!</div>What you’ll doThe Specialist Material Planner is responsible for going life with new suppliers. He will collaborate with the suppliers and together establish a strong supply chain, ensure there is enough material at our production plants and will report to the Manager, Material Planning. Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck &amp; rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:<ul><li>Collaboration in developing, designing and implementing planning concepts and projects for material planning </li><li>Responsibility for the entire process from the supplier to the customer's handover location related to the range of parts and disposition of production materials and equipment that is determined by low safety stock and a high procurement risk and/or high value. </li><li>Early identification of potential risks in the supply chain. Active development and cross-departmental alignment and follow up of countermeasures as part of the bottleneck control including checking the parts inventory.  </li><li>Clarification and sustainable elimination of problems of the JIT process. (e.g., coordination and responsible monitoring of the accuracy and stability of IT processes). </li><li>Establishing ongoing, constructive and cooperative communication with the suppliers. </li><li>Developing, editing, monitoring and optimizing the material flow and delivery program and the production programs with the suppliers. </li><li>Steer and monitor material flow from suppliers to production line, analyze requirements and identify bottlenecks. </li><li>Developing and initiating emergency strategies in the event of supply bottlenecks to plan and agree with internal and external Stakeholder the emergency procedure for quick communication and decision making in case of material shortages </li><li>Collaborate with Purchasing department to establish cross-departmental procedures to ensure parts on time based on supplier production capacity and production demand considering also quality requirements even under changing conditions like model changes or new car launches </li><li>Plan and optimize internal and external processes for securing a strong supply chain in all production areas (digitalization and reduction of CO²) </li><li>Support internal and external resources for planning, executing and optimizing all logistics responsibilities concerning production material flow </li><li>Establish and agree with related Stakeholder the process related to the introduction of Parts Technical modification </li><li>Coordination of run in &amp; out parts (e.g. technical changes) to ensure the supply chain and capacity and to avoid cost for obsolete Material   </li><li>Assumption of special tasks corresponding to the skills and duties of the job holder </li><li>This Role is carried out responsibly in factual cooperative collaboration with supervisors, employees, involved and affected departments - in compliance with existing guidelines, standards and regulations </li></ul>Location &amp; Travel Expectations:<ul><li>This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Blythewood, South Carolina</li><li>This role requires 4-5 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events. </li><li>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.</li></ul>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: <ul><li>4+ years of professional experience in automotive production and logistics (e.g., inbound/outbound logistics, supplier management, container management, JIT/JIS) </li><li>Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, logistics or related fields. Master’s degree is a plus. An equivalent amount of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. </li><li>Experience in automotive logistics supplier management focused of JIS Processes preferred </li><li>Strong technical skills in networking, hardware, and software systems as well as process design </li><li>Excellent problem-solving skills and communication skills </li><li>Ability to independently work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously </li></ul>What you'll gainThe 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:<ul><li>Competitive insurance including:<ul><li>Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans</li></ul></li><li>401(k) program with:<ul><li>An employer match and immediate vesting</li></ul></li><li>Generous Paid Time Off including:<ul><li>20 days planned PTO, as accrued</li><li>40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually</li><li>Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders</li><li>Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave</li></ul></li></ul>Pay TransparencyThis 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: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00Internal Leveling Code: IC9<div>Notice to applicants:<ul><li>To be considered for career opportunities at Scout Motors, applicants must be 18 years of age or older. </li><li>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. </li><li>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. </li><li>Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.</li></ul> Equal OpportunityScout Motors is committed to employing a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by law. Scout Motors is committed to compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact ScoutAccommodations@scoutmotors.com.</div>

To be a Scout isn&lsquo;t just to be a part of a company, it&lsquo;s to be a visionary and a leader, someone who seeks new paths and imparts lessons learned to others, leading them forward to new horizons. Here at Scout Motors, we&lsquo;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. Together with the help of our community, we&rsquo;re designing, engineering, and building the next generation of all-electric trucks and rugged SUVs for the doers and the ones who can&rsquo;t be held back. For the ones who roll up their sleeves, push forward, endure the elements, and get the job done. No frills, no excuses, no quitting. We are growing every day and are seeking the next generation of Scouts to join our ranks. So, to all the hard workers out there, the ones who are willing to carry on the Scout legacy, reimagine an American icon, create jobs for Americans, and lead the charge into the future of all-electric trucks and rugged SUVs, we&lsquo;re calling on you to join us. Because #TheWorldNeedsScouts.

Specialist, Material Planner

<div>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!</div>What you’ll doThe Specialist Material Planner is responsible for going life with new suppliers. He will collaborate with the suppliers and together establish a strong supply chain, ensure there is enough material at our production plants and will report to the Manager, Material Planning. Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck &amp; rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:<ul><li>Collaboration in developing, designing and implementing planning concepts and projects for material planning </li><li>Responsibility for the entire process from the supplier to the customer's handover location related to the range of parts and disposition of production materials and equipment that is determined by low safety stock and a high procurement risk and/or high value. </li><li>Early identification of potential risks in the supply chain. Active development and cross-departmental alignment and follow up of countermeasures as part of the bottleneck control including checking the parts inventory.  </li><li>Clarification and sustainable elimination of problems of the JIT process. (e.g., coordination and responsible monitoring of the accuracy and stability of IT processes). </li><li>Establishing ongoing, constructive and cooperative communication with the suppliers. </li><li>Developing, editing, monitoring and optimizing the material flow and delivery program and the production programs with the suppliers. </li><li>Steer and monitor material flow from suppliers to production line, analyze requirements and identify bottlenecks. </li><li>Developing and initiating emergency strategies in the event of supply bottlenecks to plan and agree with internal and external Stakeholder the emergency procedure for quick communication and decision making in case of material shortages </li><li>Collaborate with Purchasing department to establish cross-departmental procedures to ensure parts on time based on supplier production capacity and production demand considering also quality requirements even under changing conditions like model changes or new car launches </li><li>Plan and optimize internal and external processes for securing a strong supply chain in all production areas (digitalization and reduction of CO²) </li><li>Support internal and external resources for planning, executing and optimizing all logistics responsibilities concerning production material flow </li><li>Establish and agree with related Stakeholder the process related to the introduction of Parts Technical modification </li><li>Coordination of run in &amp; out parts (e.g. technical changes) to ensure the supply chain and capacity and to avoid cost for obsolete Material   </li><li>Assumption of special tasks corresponding to the skills and duties of the job holder </li><li>This Role is carried out responsibly in factual cooperative collaboration with supervisors, employees, involved and affected departments - in compliance with existing guidelines, standards and regulations </li></ul>Location &amp; Travel Expectations:<ul><li>This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Blythewood, South Carolina</li><li>This role requires 4-5 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events. </li><li>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.</li></ul>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: <ul><li>4+ years of professional experience in automotive production and logistics (e.g., inbound/outbound logistics, supplier management, container management, JIT/JIS) </li><li>Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, logistics or related fields. Master’s degree is a plus. An equivalent amount of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. </li><li>Experience in automotive logistics supplier management focused of JIS Processes preferred </li><li>Strong technical skills in networking, hardware, and software systems as well as process design </li><li>Excellent problem-solving skills and communication skills </li><li>Ability to independently work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously </li></ul>What you'll gainThe 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:<ul><li>Competitive insurance including:<ul><li>Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans</li></ul></li><li>401(k) program with:<ul><li>An employer match and immediate vesting</li></ul></li><li>Generous Paid Time Off including:<ul><li>20 days planned PTO, as accrued</li><li>40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually</li><li>Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders</li><li>Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave</li></ul></li></ul>Pay TransparencyThis 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: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00Internal Leveling Code: IC9<div>Notice to applicants:<ul><li>To be considered for career opportunities at Scout Motors, applicants must be 18 years of age or older. </li><li>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. </li><li>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. </li><li>Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.</li></ul> Equal OpportunityScout Motors is committed to employing a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by law. Scout Motors is committed to compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact ScoutAccommodations@scoutmotors.com.</div>

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