Specialist, Vehicle Logistics

Here at Scout Motors were 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 its 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 hasnt 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 gogetter with unrivaled passion.

Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If youre ready to drive change and make history apply now!

Overview

Scout is seeking a highly skilled and detailoriented Specialist Specialty Vehicle Logistics to manage the endtoend transportation and coordination of prototype and preseries vehicles ramping up to production series vehicles. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the secure timely and compliant movement of vehicles between manufacturing plants engineering centers test facilities and highprofile marketing events both domestically and internationally. The ideal candidate brings a strategic mindset deep understanding of prototype handling protocols and extensive experience in automotive logistics.

What youll do

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

• Lead the development and implementation of outbound vehicle solutions including network design carrier selection and operational execution.
• Manage complex domestic and international transportation activities including customs clearance temporary import/export documentation (e.g. ATA Carnets) and regulatory compliance.
• Plan schedule and execute vehicle shipments for prototype and preseries vehicles ensuring alignment with program timelines test plans and event schedules.
• Collaborating with Outbound Logistics and act as the primary logistics liaison between Product Development Manufacturing Engineering Testing Quality Marketing and external logistics providers.
• Ensure confidentiality and security of prototype vehicles during transit through controlled handling procedures secure transport methods and nondisclosure protocols with logistics partners.
• Coordinate vehicle staging and logistics for durability testing emissions testing media events auto shows and promotional tours
• Analyze logistics performance metrics and propose process improvements to enhance efficiency reduce costs and optimize the vehicle movement lifecycle
• Support the development and implementation of Scouts longterm finished vehicle logistics strategy of the North America truck and rail network.
• Be actively involved in the contracting and selection process of finished vehicle logistics providers.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of a Sout Motors location in Novi Michigan; Blythewood South Carolina;or Columbia South Carolina.
• 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 companyfrom time to time.
• Travel: Domestic travel required up to 25% of the time

What youll bring

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity curiosity resourcefulness and strive to exhibit a positive attitude as well as a growth mindset. Youll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fastpaced highgrowth environment. Youll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Heres what else youll bring:

• Bachelors degree in a relevant field.
• 5 years of experience in finished vehicle logistics and/or preseries vehicle management.
• Strong understanding of prototype logistics transportation planning and specialized vehicle handling ensuring seamless deliveries that meet production schedules and event deadlines.
• Experience working with global shipping services and specialty vehicle carriers.
• Proficiency with logistics software transportation management systems (TMS) and load optimization tools.
• Experience handling preseries vehicles prototypes and show cars including specialized security and confidentiality measures.
• A diverse history and skillset within automotive finished vehicle logistics operations that makes you both an operations generalist and capable of quickly grasping the detailed tasks necessary to manage all aspects of OEM sales operations.
• A desire to build from a clean sheet that is supported by a talent for creating process defining tasks and building alignment with numerous stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain healthy crossfunctional relationships with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical mindset and capabilities augmented by a high degree of technical knowhow and savvy with data and analytics tools.
• Intuitive ability to navigate organizational complexity and confidently lead strategic datadriven discussions with management.
• Willingness to establish twoway lines of communication with frontline operations to gather market feedback and translate that into actionable insights to sharpen the companys competitive position.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Valid drivers license required

What youll 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 fulltime 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 candidates skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range $100000.00 $135000.00

Internal leveling code: IC9

Notice to applicants:

• Residing inSan Francisco:Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
• Residing inLos 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 inNew York City:This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.

Equal Opportunity

Scout is committed to employing a diverse workforceand 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 pregnancyor anyother characteristicsprotected by law.Scout is committed to compliance with allapplicablefairemploymentpractice laws.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application preemployment testing or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process please contact