Sr. Warranty Specialist
Charlotte, NC - USA
Job Summary
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!
Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:
- Ensure accurate and consistentestablishmentof end-to-end warranty processes from claim submission through validation adjudication and closure.
- Responsibleforthe development refinement and deployment of warranty policies procedures and guidelines.
- Ensure policies are clearly defined documented and effectively communicated across all stakeholders.
- Identify gaps ambiguities or inconsistencies in existing policies and drive clarifications and improvements.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure warranty policies align with product design service procedures and customer commitments.
- Identify deviations from standard procedures and implement corrective actions and training.
- Ensure compliance with internal standards legal requirements and regulatory expectations.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on simplification standardization and accuracy in claims handling.
- Translate operational insights into process updates policy enhancements or training needs.
- Collaborate closely with Service Engineering Quality and IT to ensure alignment between process design and operational execution.
- Provide business input for system rules validation logic and workflows based on operational needs.
Location & Travel Expectations:
- This role may be based out of theScout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte NC.
- This role requires 4-5 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.
- Travel: the role requires regular attendance at meetings and events in other Scout locations suchasColumbiaSCNoviMIand Fremont CA. Domestic and international travel is expected for approximately 10% of working days with potentially more frequent international travel for training and coordination during the first two years.
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 engineering Business Automotive Technology or related field.
- 8 years of experience in warranty operations claims or service within an OEM or similar environment.
- Strong knowledge of warranty policies procedures and claims handling frameworks with the ability to interpret and apply them consistently.
- Proven experience managing warranty process execution including claim validation adjudication and compliance withservice processes.
- Experience contributing to the development improvement or standardization of warranty policies and processes.
- Solid understanding of service operations repair workflows and vehicle systems/components.
- Experience working with warranty systems or ERP platforms (e.g. SAP Oracle Salesforce or similar tools).
- Ability to translate operational and process requirements into system inputs including validation logic and workflows in collaboration with IT or systems teams.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data identify process gaps and drive improvements.
- High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy consistency and compliance.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to train guide and influence cross-functional stakeholdersand external partners.
- Experience working in fast-paced high-volume and cross-functional environments.
- Structured process-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to standardization and continuous improvement.
- Comfort with the ambiguity and uncertainty that is present in early-stage startup environments without losing focus on delivering results.
- A strong desire to work at the cutting edge of electric off-road vehicle technical design and process development.
- Proficiency in German is a plus.
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 $130000.00 - $160000.00
Internal leveling code: IC8
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
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
We're designing, engineering, and building the next generation of electric trucks and rugged SUVs for the doers, makers, and explorers. The new Scout® Traveler™ and Terra™ models are here, born from the original legend, retooled for a new era.