Manager, Inhouse Logistics Operations

What you’ll do

Become Part Of An Iconic Brand That Is Set To Revolutionize The All-electric Pick-up Truck & Rugged SUV Marketplace By Achieving The Following

• Build and manage the Inhouse Logistics Operations Team, responsible for managing the entire logistic operations for series production onsite in 3 shifts
• Ensure the operation of logistical equipment including the organization and implementation of emergency concepts, maintenance concepts, reparation concepts etc.
• Ensure safety of operations under own responsibility, also taking into account ecological aspects
• Management of the planning and implementation of new logistics processes, structures and equipment for the logistical supply of series production
• Execution and implementation of the problem-solving process and series optimization to ensure no production stop due to logistical failures
• Responsibility for qualification planning and implementation of own personnel
• Coordination for the annual inventory (full containers, empties) and permanent inventory at the site
• Support own process control through planning and implementing KPIs with clear responsibility distribution, coordinate problem solving activity in case of deviance from the defined targets
• Analyze and authorize the department budget, assure its fulfillment and develop countermeasures to compensate deviation observed by optimizing or reassigning technical and human resources.
  
  

Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person meetings and events regularly. This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia, SC. 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 company from time to time.

What you’ll bring

We Expect All Scouts To Have Integrity, Curiosity, Resourcefulness, And Strive To Exhibit a Positive Attitude, As Well As a Growth Mindset. You’ll Be Comfortable With Change And Flexible In a Fast-paced, High-growth Environment. You’ll Take a Collaborative Approach To Achieve Ambitious Goals. Here's What Else You'll Bring

• 7+ years of professional experience in automotive production and logistics,
• 5+ years of progressive experience building and managing teams,
• Bachelor's/Master's degree in mechanical, electrical engineering, or related fields
• Strong understanding of Production environment and affinity to work with complex IT-Systems
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Extensive experience in managing operational teams and external logistic providers
• Detailed Knowledge and extensive Experience in Quality Management Systems (ISO, VDA, etc …) and related process requirements
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects
  
  

What you'll gain

Benefits

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
• Corporate Vehicle Program with:
• Eligibility for 1 assigned vehicle and to lease 1 vehicle at competitive rates
• A mobility stipend
  

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

Initial base salary range = $130,000-$155,000

Internal leveling code: M8

Notice To Applicants

• 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 in Los 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 in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.