Sr. Specialist, Supplier Management

<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>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><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span data-contrast="auto">Supplier Readiness & Development</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Serve as a senior subject matter expert in supplier readiness and industrialization, leading assessments of suppliers' manufacturing capabilities, tooling readiness, process maturity, and operational preparedness to support successful program launches.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Drive supplier development initiatives across multiple programs, identifying opportunities to improve production readiness, manufacturing performance, and long-term scalability.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span data-contrast="auto">Program Launch & Readiness Leadership</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Lead complex supplier readiness activities from pre-production through mass production, ensuring alignment with key program milestones, launch timing, and manufacturing objectives.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Evaluate supplier readiness risks and influence action plans to support successful vehicle launches and program execution.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span data-contrast="auto">Advanced Risk Management</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Identify and assess supplier, manufacturing, and supply chain risks through data analysis, supplier evaluations, and readiness reviews.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Develop and drive mitigation strategies to address capacity constraints, quality concerns, operational challenges, logistics disruptions, and supply continuity risks.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span data-contrast="auto">Supplier Performance & Continuous Improvement</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Lead cross-functional supplier performance reviews focused on cost, quality, delivery, capacity, and operational excellence.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Apply APQP, PPAP, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies to improve supplier performance and manufacturing readiness.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Conduct advanced supplier assessments and audits to evaluate compliance with quality requirements, launch readiness expectations, and industry standards.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span data-contrast="auto">Cross-Functional Infl