Specialist, Products

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:

• Organize Complete Vehicle Main System Team meeting (CV MST) includingtracking oftopics preparing agenda time keeping minutes backlog etc.
• Proactively steer complete vehicle related topics such as aero/weight/range NVH sustainability product secrecylogistics etc. including ad-hoc tasks and bring them forward for active decision in CV MST.
• Represent Product Management in engineering meetings ( or homologation meetings) challenge target achievement tack project progressidentifypotential efficiencies propose mitigation strategies and bring topics of cross-functional importance to CV MST.
• Collection and presentation of cross-functional feedback for board meetings on complete vehicle related topics ( days validation drives etc.) and prepare decision and approval documents.
• Coordinate complete vehicle project documentation including engineering spec book templates.
• Lead cross-functional pre-series & launch cost meeting (L3 MST) for products including tracking of topics preparing agenda time keeping minutes backlog etc.
• Proactively steer pre-series vehicle related topics including organizing andfacilitatingdiscussions with cross-functional teams to review progress address challenges and drive alignment and implementation.
• Coordinate andmonitorpre-series activities ensuring adherence to project scopetimelineand budget.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define projectobjectives requirements and deliverables.
• Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders including engineering teams and senior executives to ensure alignment and support complete vehicle and pre-series related topics.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project team members stakeholders and suppliers.
• Stayup-to-datewith industry trends marketdynamicsand regulatory requirements related to the automotive industry.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to project team members assisting in problem-solving and decision-making.
• Evaluate project outcomes gather lessons learned and make recommendations for process improvements.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi Michigan.
• This role requires 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 companyfrom time to 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 fast-paced high-growth environment. Youll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Heres what else youll bring:

• Education/Certifications: A bachelors degree in engineering business managementor a related technical field.
• Years of Experiencerequiredin type of role:5-7years of experience inanautomotive environment preferably in awhole vehicle / product management role.
• Communication:Strong communication skills - interpersonal presentation and written w/ ability to guide cross-functional teams to successfully meet deadlines.
• Proven track record of being a part of automotive projects from concept phase to series production.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple project teams simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Excellent strategic thinking and criteria-based decision-making skills.
• Proven (technical) problem solving skills.
• Excellent Excellent communication skills - interpersonal presentation and written.
• Proficient in project management tools and software (e.g. JIRA).
• Preferred Qualifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

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 $110000.00 - $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 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