What you’ll do

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

• Establish a Project Management Office (PMO) within the Growth organization at Scout Motors, implementing the foundational project management services necessary to plan and manage the build of a full-fledged automotive sales and aftersales organization
• Create project management tools and reporting that effectively track and manage the dozens of workstreams requiring completion before start of production
• Develop and manage project scope, budgets, resourcing, and scheduling for each project, as well as escalation process for any workflows at risk of not meeting objective
• Lead cross-functional project coordination such that all stakeholders and contributors are informed and aligned; most frequently, involved functions will be vehicle engineering, model line, product marketing, IT, production, sales operations, logistics, and technical service
• Facilitate a project review process and governance structure that provides upward visibility of project status, surfaces key issues, secures necessary decisions, and ensures overall forward progress
• Source and implement technology that assists with project tracking and communication, to include dashboards, databases, approval/decision capture, and budget compliance
• Interface with vendors and suppliers that provide sales or aftersales support to Scout Motors, ensuring proper contracting, budgeting, timeline development, and delivery
• Participate in the expansion of the Growth organization by offering strategic insights into the sales and aftersales organizational structure necessary for project completion and, at a tactical level, by supporting the candidate interview and selection process
  
• Serve as a participant in the ongoing customer journey and digital experience road-mapping activities
• Support data gathering and benchmarking activities related to retail and business operations
• Support the VP of Growth in coordinating departmental activities such as regular staff meetings, functional workshops, and team outings

Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require attendance at in-person meetings and events occasionally. We will consider remote applicants for this role. Applicants should expect that the role may require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and be able to travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.

What you’ll bring

We expect all Scouts 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:

• 7+ years of professional experience with a track record of designing and/or managing cross-functional projects and reporting to executive-level stakeholders
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and a history of large-scale program management, coordination, and documentation
• Passion for the automotive industry and electric vehicles
• Comfort with the ambiguity and uncertainty that is present in early-stage startup environments, without losing focus on delivering results
• Ability to communicate with, influence, and manage stakeholders toward desired outcomes without direct reporting-line authority
• Ability to create and implement processes and tracking mechanisms that aid in project communication, budgeting, and milestone achievement
• Ability to synthesize multiple variables and points of view into a cohesive project plan
• A team mindset, supported by excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study

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 to lease up to 2 vehicles at competitive rates

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. The salary range listed represents the maximum and minimum starting base pay for this position as of the time of posting. 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 = $140,000 - $175,000

Internal leveling code: IC8