Specialist, Program Planning

What you’ll do

The Specialist Production Program reports to the Manager Production Steering and is responsible to establish and manage the Production Program and Demand Capacity Management (BKM) process for Scout Motors Inc.

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, HR, Finance and Process Planning Departments in order to define the medium and long Term Production Plan and Production Calendar,
• Propose and agree with the related shareholder the short term production plan and production sequence based on plant capacity and restrictions including the evaluation of potential supply risks.
• Manage Vehicle Orders accuracy within the Scout Manufacturing Execution System. Ensure consistency of data to ensure accuracy of material ordering and stability of vehicle production. Make Problem solving in case of abnormalities.
• Prepare and submit required information for the BKM (demand capacity) analysis and confirmation for the planning cadence.
• Coordinate parts 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 in the related Group Committees.
• Ensure accuracy and maintain reference data in VW Group proprietary systems.

Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person meetings and events regularly. This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Columbia, SC. 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 or production environment in the automotive industry
• Bachelor's/master’s degree in industrial or mechanical, electrical engineering, or related fields
• Strong understanding of Production planning, scheduling and control in the automotive industry
• 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.

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 = $90,000-$110,000

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.