Specialist, Project Steering & Control

<div class="content-intro"><p>Here at Scout Motors, we're 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.</p> <p>But Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.</p> <p>The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn’t 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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!</p></div><h4>Role Summary</h4> <p><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW82668869 BCX0">During the early project phase, the incumbent is responsible for the planning and execution of large new vehicle project deliverables from the Purchasing organization and represents </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW82668869 BCX0">Scout</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW82668869 BCX0"> Purchasing in all project-related committees, decision bodies and meetings. The incumbent works in close collaboration with R&D, Sales & Marketing, </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW82668869 BCX0">Finance, Logistics, Quality Assurance, Commodity Purchasing</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW82668869 BCX0"> |</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW82668869 BCX0">Project Buying Team and Forward Sourcing to optimize the vehicle financial results, secure production location decisions for the region, and maximize localization in NAR. During the implementation phase, ensuring a timely and flawless launch are the primary objectives of this role.</span></p> <h4>What you’ll do</h4> <p>Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:</p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Phase 1 (100%):</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Early Project Phase</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> (pre-PF)</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><strong><span data-contrast="auto">20%</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Main interface for all vehicle project activities for Scout from the Purchasing standpoint</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><strong><span data-contrast="auto">10%</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Establish methods and ensure accurate reporting of vehicle project status to Purchasing Board and Top-Management</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><strong><span data-contrast="auto">20%</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Build a network and establish communication paths between vehicle project lead project structures in Germany, Scout Management Board, Development and advance supplier development in Novi/Charlotte, and the Project Purchasing / Commodity Purchasing counterparts in Novi</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><strong><span data-contrast="auto">10%</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Maintain material cost, invest, localization / deep localization, forward sourcing and other key financial indicators and report the status vs. target to management</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><strong><span data-contrast="auto">20%</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Advocate for the regionalization of vehicle projects and a high degree of adoption of local standards, materials and features</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><strong><span data-contrast="auto">20%</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> Drive together with R&D and Commodity Purchasing the early phase of supplier concept competitions and RFQs, and expand the network of viable new suppliers for consideration in forward sourcing decisions</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Phase 2 (100%):</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto"><span class="TextRun SCXW248615118 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW248615118 BCX0">Project Implementation Phase </span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW248615118 BCX0"