Director, Vehicle Protection at Scout Motors

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Automotive, Electric VehiclesIndustries

Requirements

Expertise in vehicle protection, finance, and insurance products
Knowledge of regulatory compliance and licensing requirements across US and Canadian markets
Experience in product development, roadmap execution, systems integration, training, and partner support
Strong leadership and strategic skills for partner selection, onboarding, contract negotiation, and relationship management
Ability to collaborate with Digital Products, IT, Sales Operations, Retail Operations, Brand, Communications, and Marketing teams
Proficiency in performance monitoring, KPI evaluation, market analysis, pricing optimization, and reporting/dashboard development

Responsibilities

Design and implement a comprehensive suite of vehicle protection and insurance products tailored to Scout vehicle owners
Oversee regulatory compliance and licensing requirements across US and Canadian markets
Develop and execute a roadmap for product readiness, including systems, training, and partner support
Lead selection and onboarding of partners for vehicle insurance, extended warranty, GAP, pre-paid maintenance, and other protection products
Negotiate contracts and partnership terms, ensuring alignment with the Scout brand and customer experience
Maintain strong relationships with external providers and internal stakeholders, evaluating performance through business reviews and KPI monitoring
Collaborate with Digital Products, IT, Sales Operations, and Retail Operations to define user needs and system requirements for quoting, contracting, and presenting products
Ensure seamless integration of F&I and insurance products into the Scout Motors digital retail platform and checkout process
Establish operational mechanisms for offer creation, tracking, reconciliation, and reporting
Lead development and execution of marketing strategies for vehicle protection and insurance products
Collaborate with Brand and Communications teams for clear communication and brand alignment
Partner with Marketing on creative development and messaging for product launches, promotions, and lifecycle communications
Work with Sales Operations to analyze market competitiveness and optimize pricing and bundling strategies for maximum attractiveness, share, and profitability
Develop dashboards and reporting

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Product DevelopmentProduct LaunchVehicle ProtectionRetail FinanceInsurance ProductsMarketingCustomer ExperienceDigital ChannelsRetail ChannelsLeadership

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the main responsibilities of the Director, Vehicle Protection role?

You will lead the development, integration, and marketing of Scout’s retail finance and insurance products, including designing vehicle protection products, overseeing regulatory compliance, managing partners, and collaborating with digital and operations teams.

Is this a remote position or does it require office presence?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the company culture like at Scout Motors?

Scout Motors has a culture of exploration, caretaking, hard work, and respect for the environment, past, future, communities, work, and play, empowering talented, inclusive, entrepreneurial teams to innovate with visionary leadership and collaboration.

What makes a strong candidate for this Director role?

A strong candidate is a visionary leader with experience in product development, regulatory compliance, partner management, contract negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration in finance, insurance, or automotive sectors.

Scout Motors

Develops all-electric trucks and SUVs

About Scout Motors

Scout Motors Inc. excels in the automotive industry by focusing on the development of all-electric trucks and rugged SUVs, emphasizing sustainable transportation solutions. This forward-thinking approach reflects the company's commitment to environmental responsibility and positions them at the forefront of emerging automotive technologies. Working at Scout Motors offers the opportunity to be part of a team that values innovation and is dedicated to shaping the future of the automotive sector.

Detroit, MI, USAHeadquarters

2022Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Automotive & TransportationIndustries

201-500Employees