Direct Procurement Specialist, Interior Commodity- Seating

Here at Scout Motors were 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 its 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 hasnt 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 youre ready to drive change and make history apply now!

What youll do

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

• Work hand-in-hand with the Scout team to identify the right suppliers to build and supply parts & services including participating in pre-souring audits to confirm acceptability of new suppliers.
• Establish sourcing strategy business plan (long term conditions) for assigned commodities and product groups lead the sourcing process up to and including contract award for Interior commodity purchasing specifically with Seating to ensure the material cost and tooling targets are met or exceeded.
• Lead the sourcing strategy presentation in the multi level sourcing committee environment.
• Prepare and execute negotiated contractual documents and nomination agreements.
• Act as program manager during the pre-production phase ensuring that all industrialization at suppliers achieve the project requirements in terms of timing cost and quality.
• Evaluate and apply technical changes to parts / services ensuring that cost quality and delivery objectives are met.
• Lead cross-functional evaluation of suppliers preparedness for mass-production together with Scout Quality Engineering and Logistics teams.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance through key performance metrics.

Location & Travel Expectations :

What youll bring

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity curiosity resourcefulness and strive to exhibit a positive attitude as well as a growth mindset. Youll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced high-growth environment. Youll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Heres what else youll bring :

What youll 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 :

Medical dental vision and income protection plans

An employer match and immediate vesting

20 days planned PTO as accrued

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 candidates skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range $90000.00 - $115000.00

Internal leveling code : IC9

Notice to applicants :

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 ap p licable fair employment p ractice 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

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Purchasing,Sourcing,Procurement,Employee Evaluation,HR Sourcing,SAP,Supply Chain Experience,Federal Aviation Regulations,Contract Management,Supplier Management,negotiation,Contracts

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 90000 - 115000