Specialist

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:

• Financial cost optimization of components, modules and technical concepts
• Preparation of financial presentations for decision committees and milestones
• Support project management in evaluation of financial impact of product decisions
• Target setting and alignment with process partners to secure Scout’s profitability
• Collaborate in a cross-functional team to forecast component cost for upcoming new vehicle projects
• Generate regular reports using component cost tracking IT systems
• Coordinate activities to ensure timely delivery within the Scout product development process (PEP).
• Configure parts lists to track cost of all trim levels, packages and markets

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, Michigan.
• The responsibilities of this role require 3-4 days per week 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 Finance or other relevant experience (Project Steering, Engineering, Purchasing, Production, etc.)
• Business Case planning and calculation expertise
• Knowledge of automotive technology and market (component cost, production, market trends and strategies, automotive process knowledge, cost market strategy, portfolio strategy)
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including but not limited to: financial modeling, macro generation, business case evaluation, scenario & sensitivity analysis, and lookback evaluation
• Ability to accurately compile, translate, and present financial information in a clear concise manner, often in PowerPoint, to leadership and a broad audience including non-finance professionals
• Experience with Finance Enterprise Resource Programs (e.g. SAP)
• Experience working in an international setting

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 - $115,000.00

Internal leveling code: IC9