Specialist, Brand Commercial

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!

Overview

Scout Motors is seeking a strategic entrepreneurial and relationship-driven Specialist Brand Commercial to help build the broader Scout world.

The Specialist Brand Commercial will own assigned workstreams within the development and execution of partnerships sponsorships licensing programs and commercial collaborations that extend Scout beyond transportation and into culture community adventure and everyday life. This role creates meaningful connections between Scout and the brands organizations experiences and communities that share our values and resonate with our customers.

As a key member of the Brand team you will grow Scout as a modern lifestyle brand by evaluating opportunities that expand awareness strengthen cultural relevance deepen customer engagement and create long-term business value. You will manage assigned partnerships and programs that enhance the Scout experience while supporting broader brand and business objectives.

Working cross-functionally with teams across Marketing Communications Events Product Retail Legal and Finance you will evaluate opportunities manage partner relationships contribute to negotiations coordinate activations and measure performance. You will independently execute assigned work within established brand and commercial strategies adapting existing approaches to unusual circumstances and seeking review at critical decision points.

The ideal candidate is equal parts strategist connector and builder. They are energized by discovering new opportunities cultivating relationships and bringing ideas to life through thoughtful execution. They understand how partnerships can create both brand and business value and are excited by the opportunity to help shape how Scout shows up in the world beyond traditional marketing.

This role is ideal for someone who is naturally curious highly collaborative commercially minded and passionate about building a brand that people want to be part of not just purchase from. Through partnerships sponsorships licensing and emerging commercial opportunities you will create experiences relationships and extensions that bring the Scout brand to life.

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

Licensing Strategy & Management

• Own assigned elements of Scouts brand licensing strategy and portfolio within established brand and commercial objectives.
• Identify and evaluate opportunities to extend the Scout brand into relevant products services and consumer touchpoints by assessing identifiable brand customer financial legal and execution factors.
• Manage day-to-day relationships with assigned licensing partners and agencies coordinating with internal teams to deliver program execution performance and brand compliance.
• Partner with Brand & Strategy Creative Design and Legal teams to evaluate tradeoffs and ensure licensed products and programs align with Scouts brand standards and business objectives.
• Monitor consumer category and competitive trends; adapt established licensing approaches and recommend the appropriate course of action for assigned opportunities.

Brand Partnerships Sponsorships & Growth

• Develop and manage assigned strategic partnerships sponsorships and brand collaborations that drive brand awareness cultural relevance and brand and business impact.
• Identify and evaluate partnership opportunities in key markets across brands organizations communities associations and like-minded businesses that align with Scouts values and growth objectives.
• Develop partnership strategies business cases and recommendations for assigned opportunities using precedent and adapting existing approaches where circumstances require.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with partners advising internal and external stakeholders on difficult program matters and driving initiatives through agreed objectives.
• Lead defined elements of partnership and sponsorship negotiations contract development and relationship management in collaboration with Legal Finance and other internal stakeholders.
• Partner closely with Brand Creative Communications Marketing and Events teams to integrate partnership initiatives across the enterprise and customer experience.
• Assess emerging partnership models sponsorship opportunities and cultural trends; recommend actions that can strengthen the Scout brand and unlock growth.
• Manage budget planning investment tracking and program delivery for assigned partnership and sponsorship initiatives escalating material risks or exceptions at critical points.

Measurement & Optimization

• Define and track key performance indicators across assigned Brand Commercial programs including licensing partnerships and sponsorships.
• Develop reporting that measures brand audience and business outcomes.
• Analyze program performance evaluate identifiable drivers and constraints and recommend improvements to future investments and partner effectiveness.
• Develop scorecards frameworks and processes that drive consistency accountability and long-term program success within the assigned scope.
• Communicate insights risks and recommendations to differing audiences adjusting the level of detail to support planning and decision-making.
• Own the structure and coordination of the Quarterly Business Review process for Brand Commercial with internal and external stakeholders with leadership review at critical points.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte NC.
• Requires 45 days per week in the office with regular in-person collaboration meetings and partner workshops.
• Requires approximately 1020% domestic travel to support events workshops and brand meetings throughout the United States. Valid drivers license required.
• Requires occasional travel to the Scout Motors Innovation Center in Novi Michigan the Scout Motors Production Center in Blythewood South Carolina and other event locations as business needs require.

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:

• Bachelors degree in Marketing Business Communications Sports Marketing Entertainment Marketing or related field or equivalent professional experience.
• 48 years of experience in brand partnerships sponsorships licensing business development or related commercial marketing disciplines.
• Experience negotiating and independently managing partnerships with external organizations agencies or brands.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects across multiple stakeholders and drive assigned workstreams through completion.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen with experience evaluating partnership performance business impact and competing considerations.
• Ability to assess unusual circumstances adapt established approaches recommend a course of action and escalate decisions outside assigned authority.
• Exceptional communication presentation and relationship-management skills including the ability to advise on difficult matters and adapt communication for senior and non-specialist audiences.
• Experience working in a fast-paced high-growth environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building partnership or licensing programs for consumer lifestyle automotive outdoor technology or hospitality brands.
• Knowledge of sponsorship valuation rights negotiation activation planning and brand licensing.
• Experience developing partnership business cases and executive-level recommendations.
• Experience working with agencies sports or entertainment properties media partners or cultural organizations.
• Passion for adventure outdoor culture mobility and lifestyle brands.
• Familiarity with brand licensing programs and intellectual property management.
• Strong understanding of brand strategy and customer experience principles.

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

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 $85000.00 - $105000.00

Internal leveling code: IC9

Notice to applicants:

• To be considered for career opportunities at Scout Motors applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
• 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 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