Scout Motors

Senior Manager, Sales Planning

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive, Electric VehiclesIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field, along with a minimum of 8 years of experience in sales planning, preferably within the automotive or related industries. Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills are essential, as is the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Experience with demand forecasting, sales modeling, and market analysis is also required.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Manager, Sales Planning at Scout Motors, you will be responsible for defining and managing the company's long-term and short-term sales forecasts, aligning stakeholders, developing sales planning governance processes, creating retail sales objectives, and working with IT and digital teams to define system requirements. You will also create and manage the Scout sales and volume plan of record, develop an optimized sales forecast, and advocate for strategies that maximize profit and meet stakeholder needs.

Skills

Sales Forecasting
Sales Planning
Stakeholder Management
Governance Processes
Business Objectives Alignment
Customer Requirements Analysis
Electric Vehicle Market
SUV Market

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

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Parental Leave
Paid Holidays
Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Legal challenges from California dealers may delay market entry.
Focus on hybrids may attract criticism from environmental groups.
Rapid expansion could lead to operational inefficiencies.

Differentiation

Scout Motors offers hybrid models, meeting consumer demand for gasoline-backed EVs.
Satellite Wi-Fi connectivity enhances vehicle utility in remote areas.
Direct sales model aligns with modern automotive retail trends.

Upsides

Hybrid models surpass demand for pure EVs, indicating strong market interest.
$2 billion investment in South Carolina boosts local economy and job creation.
Electric SUVs and trucks tap into growing market demand.

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