Scout Motors
Direct Procurement Specialist, Interior Commodity
Scout Motors, Novi, Michigan, United States, 48377
Direct Procurement Specialist - Interior Commodity
Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of an iconic American vehicle and building a future with electric, sustainable transportation. Scout is a brand centered on exploration, caretaking, and hard work, with a culture that values integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and collaboration. 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 pickup truck and 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-sourcing audits to confirm acceptability of new suppliers. Establish sourcing strategy and a long-term plan for assigned commodities and product groups; lead the sourcing process up to and including contract award for Interior commodity purchasing to ensure 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 achieves 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, with Scout Quality, Engineering, and Logistics teams. Manage supplier relationships and performance through key performance metrics. This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, Michigan, with in-person attendance required. Travel to participate in events on behalf of the company may be required from time to time. What you’ll bring
We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here’s what else you’ll bring: 2–4 years in a purchasing environment with experience developing and executing procurement commodity strategies Effective negotiation experience specific to automotive interior commodity purchasing Analytical skills, ability to work independently, multi-task, and thrive in a fast-paced environment Thorough knowledge of automotive, manufacturing or related industries Strong stakeholder and supplier relationship-building abilities Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of an organization Proactivity, initiative, and ability to work across multiple workstreams A collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals What you'll gain
The benefits of joining Scout include the opportunity to build products and a company from the ground up. Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Highlights include: Competitive insurance including medical, dental, vision, and income protection plans 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting Generous Paid Time Off, including planned PTO, unplanned PTO, holidays, and parental leave Pay Transparency
This is a full-time, exempt position eligible for a base salary and participation in an annual performance bonus program. Initial base salary range: $95,000.00 – $120,000.00. Internal leveling code: IC9. Notice to applicants:
Scout Motors complies with applicable fair employment laws and provides equal opportunity in employment. Specific local disclosures and policies apply where required by law. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application or participate in the hiring process, please contact ScoutAccommodations@scoutmotors.com. 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, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of an iconic American vehicle and building a future with electric, sustainable transportation. Scout is a brand centered on exploration, caretaking, and hard work, with a culture that values integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and collaboration. 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 pickup truck and 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-sourcing audits to confirm acceptability of new suppliers. Establish sourcing strategy and a long-term plan for assigned commodities and product groups; lead the sourcing process up to and including contract award for Interior commodity purchasing to ensure 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 achieves 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, with Scout Quality, Engineering, and Logistics teams. Manage supplier relationships and performance through key performance metrics. This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, Michigan, with in-person attendance required. Travel to participate in events on behalf of the company may be required from time to time. What you’ll bring
We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here’s what else you’ll bring: 2–4 years in a purchasing environment with experience developing and executing procurement commodity strategies Effective negotiation experience specific to automotive interior commodity purchasing Analytical skills, ability to work independently, multi-task, and thrive in a fast-paced environment Thorough knowledge of automotive, manufacturing or related industries Strong stakeholder and supplier relationship-building abilities Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of an organization Proactivity, initiative, and ability to work across multiple workstreams A collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals What you'll gain
The benefits of joining Scout include the opportunity to build products and a company from the ground up. Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Highlights include: Competitive insurance including medical, dental, vision, and income protection plans 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting Generous Paid Time Off, including planned PTO, unplanned PTO, holidays, and parental leave Pay Transparency
This is a full-time, exempt position eligible for a base salary and participation in an annual performance bonus program. Initial base salary range: $95,000.00 – $120,000.00. Internal leveling code: IC9. Notice to applicants:
Scout Motors complies with applicable fair employment laws and provides equal opportunity in employment. Specific local disclosures and policies apply where required by law. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application or participate in the hiring process, please contact ScoutAccommodations@scoutmotors.com. 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, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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