Specialist, Pre-Series Material Planner - Overseas Parts

Become part of an iconic brand

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

• Monitoring and checking of the gross and demand calculations for Overseas Parts taking into account any short-term changes in the production program
• Monitoring of deliveries/dates according to delivery schedule in coordination with all parties involved (suppliers, freight forwarders and warehouses)
• Checking the sub-/overstocks on the basis of the available IT systems
• Independent definition and maintenance of the relevant master data and pre-series parameters
• Ensuring supplier information for model maintenance and projects with regard to pre-series part delivery dates
• Ensuring part availability for new project milestones (VFF, PVS, 0 series, SOP), model years / maintenance and ongoing change projects
• Initiation and coordination of special measures with Logistics Provider, freight forwarders and production in the event of supply problems, transport losses and damage as well as supplier failures
• Monitoring of program readiness (initial sample target dates)
• Cross-divisional coordination, e.g. with Quality management, Technical development, suppliers, bill of materials, assembly or technical office regarding the implementation of the planned change requests, change controls and model maintenance points

Location & Travel Expectations

This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Blythewood, South Carolina. This role requires 4-5 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events.

What you’ll bring

• 4+ years of professional experience in logistics or production environment in the automotive industry
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. An equivalent amount of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Proven experience in the field of scheduling or pre series logistics would be an advantage
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage complexity
• Collaborative team-player with strong interpersonal skills able to work at each hierarchical level of the company
• Strong understanding of Production environment and affinity to work with complex IT-Systems

What you'll gain

• 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

Pay Transparency

The pay transparency for this role is as follows: Initial Base Salary Range: $95,000.00 - $120,000.00

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, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by law. Scout Motors is committed to compliance with all applicable fair employment practice 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 ScoutAccommodations@scoutmotors.com.