Senior Manager, Ordering & Distribution

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 will do so once again.

But Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.

The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the environment by developing electric vehicles with the capability to get you to any location. 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. And 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.

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 you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!

What you’ll do

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

• Oversee the creation of a flexible, data-driven Scout Distribution and Allocation strategy, translating scheduled production totals to a profit-optimized forward-looking plan including model mix, accessories and geographic distribution.
• Create and manage regional and/or market-level inventory targets including quantities, model mix, trim and option mix, and color. Use these dynamic targets as a basis for informing and filling any available production slots not scheduled for customer orders.
• Establish a repeatable and scalable allocation methodology by which Scout vehicles can be efficiently assigned and distributed from the factory to inventory storage sites, retail locations, and partner operations hubs in preparation for retail sale.
• Beyond distribution for retail sale, create and implement a distribution process that contemplates and appropriately accounts for corporate vehicles, loaner vehicles, and fleet vehicles.
• Create and actively manage vehicle orders for the Traveler and Terra models that are aligned with the Scout sales plan in all necessary systems.
• Support and help to drive the setup of the processes and systems necessary to create and manage Scout vehicle orders.
• Support Scout Accessories by ensuring that the necessary steps are taken to facilitate adding accessories to orders and identifying opportunities to increase accessory sales.
• Manage ongoing day-to-day issues affecting vehicle orders and accommodation of customer requests through tight coordination with Production Steering, Vehicle Logistics, and Inside Sales.
• Together with Scout Sales Planning, actively communicate with the Scout field and Retail Operations team(s) to monitor and understand total demand, mix demand, and sales trends in real time.
• Closely partner with Scout Sales and Scout Vehicle Logistics to ensure the smooth flow of vehicles out of the factory yard by ensuring that units are assigned to a customer or destination in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with Scout Quality and Outbound Logistics to track and manage the repair and movement of vehicles unable to be shipped due to quality holds or campaigns.
• Engage Inside Sales, Scout Digital, Production Steering, and Scout IT to develop, implement and manage any necessary Distribution systems, including a robust order-matching and order-modification process to connect potential customers with existing inventory and near-term build slots
• Support Inside Sales, Digital, Vehicle Logistics, and IT team members to define and stand up a solution to ensure vehicle location and status visibility from the time of manufacture to the time of customer delivery.
• Conduct the strategic planning and operational actions necessary to enable Scout distribution in new export markets.

Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person meetings and events occasionally. This role may be based out of a Scout Motors location, or remotely in the United States. This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City. 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 Scout employees 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:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 10+ years of experience managing OEM sales forecasts, production planning, vehicle ordering, inventory allocation and management, mix tracking and/or vehicle distribution.
• A diverse history and skillset within automotive sales operations that makes you both an operations generalist and capable of quickly grasping the detailed tasks necessary to manage all aspects of OEM sales operations.
• A desire to build from a clean sheet that is supported by a talent for creating process, defining tasks, and building alignment with numerous stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain healthy cross-functional relationships with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical mindset and capabilities, augmented by a high degree of technical know-how and savvy with data and analytics tools.
• Proven track record of building a motivated, high-performing team and developing a fun and productive team culture.
• Intuitive ability to navigate organizational complexity and confidently lead strategic, data-driven discussions with top management.
• Willingness to establish two-way lines of communication with front-line operations in order to gather market feedback and translate that into actionable insights to sharpen the company’s competitive position.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

What you'll gain

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
  • 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 = $150,000-$180,000

Internal leveling code: M7

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.

Equal Opportunity

Scout 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 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.