Specialist, Program Planning - Demand Capacity Management Steering

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:

• Collaborate with Sales, Purchasing, Program planning & group teams to secure the capacity required to meet sales demands
• Analyze customer forecasts, sales trends, & market data to create accurate demand plans.
• Work with regional teams and sales to consolidate and validate demand signals.
• Identify and communicate demand variances and trends to key stakeholders.
• Assess global manufacturing & supplier capacities in alignment with forecasted demand.
• Identify capacity constraints & develop mitigation strategies (bank build, additional production hours/ sourcing, lead time extensions) with appropriate teams
• Support long-term capacity planning in collaboration with sales and procurement teams.
• Support the global Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP)
• Present demand vs. capacity analyses in cross-functional meetings.
• Align demand and capacity planning with financial goals and business strategies.
• Maintain planning data in appropriate systems and report accordingly
• Leverage analytical tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau) to generate insights and reports.
• Ensure data accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Act as a liaison between global and regional planning teams, suppliers, and production facilities.
• Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams to optimize the end-to-end supply chain.
• Support NPI (New Product Introduction) with capacity planning and ramp-up scenarios.
• Prepare and submit required information for the BKM (demand capacity) analysis and confirmation for the planning cadence.
• Coordinate shortage discussion within BKM group and processes to report, align and secure production material to meet planned requirements. Represent Scout for the projected production material shortage allocation. 
• Support the preparation of the BKM report for Scout and the submission, reporting as required to the Board.
• Maintain reference data in VW Group proprietary systems..

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Blythewood, South Carolina.
• The responsibilities of this role require daily attendance in office with in-person meetings and events regularly. 
• 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: 

• 5 years of professional experience in logistics, planning or production environment in the automotive industry,
• Bachelor' or Master's degree in industrial engineering, supply chain, operations management , related field or equivalent experience directly in automotive.
• Strong understanding of Production planning, demand and capacity management, scheduling and production environment and affinity to work with complex IT-Systems
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, report writing and presentation skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Ability to communicate complex issues into common language for the organization
• Collaborative team-player with strong interpersonal skills able to work at each hierarchical level of the company
• Language skills desired but not required, German and/ or Spanish.

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

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 = $95,000.00 - $120,000.00

Internal leveling code: IC9

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 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.