Specialist, Capital Equipment – Indirect Materials & Services

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 trucks 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 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. 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 youre ready to drive change and make history apply now!

What youll do

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

• Work hand-in-hand with the Scout team to identify the right suppliers to build and supply products & services including participating in pre-souring audits to confirm acceptability of new suppliers.
• Establish sourcing strategy for assigned production equipment and other CAPEX products/services lead the sourcing process up to and including contract award
• Act as program manager during the post-award phase ensuring that all industrialization at suppliers achieve the project requirements in terms of timing cost and quality.
• Evaluate and apply technical changes to products or services ensuring that cost quality and delivery objectives are met.
• Lead cross-functional evaluation of suppliers preparedness for each project together with other Scout Business Units (Engineering Finance Legal etc.).
• Prepare and execute negotiated contractual documents and nomination agreements.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia South Carolina.
• The responsibilities of this role require 4 daysattendance in office with in-person meetings and events regularly.
• 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 and international travel required approximately 15% of the time. Valid drivers license required. Passport required

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 fast-paced high-growth environment. Youll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Heres what else youll bring:

Minimum Requirements:

• 2-5 years in purchasing environment with experience developing and executing procurement category strategies.
• 2-5 years of proven track-record in negotiations
• 2-5 years of project leadership experience
• 2-5 years of knowledge of procurement systems (SAP Ivalue Coupa etc.)
• Issue and analyze request for quotations negotiate price and commercial terms and other purchasing aspects in the interest of Scout Motors.
• Strong skills and experience managing supplier performance in terms of delivery quality and cost
• Ability to develop nurture and maintain excellent stakeholder and partner supplier relationships
• Thorough knowledge of automotive or relatable industry manufacturing
• Capable of leading sourcing decisions while ensuring collaboration and alignment with the Global Commodity teams and strategies.
• Ability to take on additional special projects in addition to standard responsibilities.
• MS Office Suite Experience
• Bachelors degree in business engineering or other relevant area required.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required approximately 15% of the time.
• Valid drivers license required.
• Passport required

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of experience in Indirect Procurement with CAPEX and/or Investment purchases related to manufacturing (line builders/integrators robots conveyance manipulators AGVs and other CAPEX investments/equipment).
• 2-4 years of experience in Automotive Industry particularly in launch startup or new model programs
• Experienced in PowerBI or similar analytical systems.

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

Initial base salary range $90000.00 - $115000.00

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 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 pregnancyor anyother characteristicsprotected by law.Scout Motors is committed to compliance with allapplicablefairemploymentpractice 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