Specialist, Program Planning at Scout Motors

Blythewood, South Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive, Electric VehiclesIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field or experience
  • Minimum of 5 years in program planning, demand forecasting, or production planning within the automotive industry
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency in ERP and planning software (e.g., SAP, Oracle). Prior experience in VW Group systems a plus
  • Strong understanding of Production planning
  • Integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, positive attitude, and growth mindset
  • Comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
  • Collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals
  • Ability to work daily in office with in-person meetings and events in Blythewood, SC, and travel as needed
  • Language skills desired but not required: German and/or Spanish

Responsibilities

  • Develop, coordinate, and manage the planning and capacity strategy for automotive programs
  • Analyze sales demand, production capabilities, and resource allocation to ensure manufacturing processes align with customer needs and business objectives
  • Collaborate with appropriate teams to define the medium- and long-term Production Plan
  • Propose and agree with related shareholders on the short-term production plan and production sequence based on plant capacity and restrictions, including evaluation of potential supply risks
  • Prepare and support required information for the Program Planning round, including collaboration in the BKM (demand capacity) analysis and confirmation for the planning cadence
  • Collaborate with BKM (demand & capacity) to understand and report shortage discussions within Planning Group
  • Support the BKM group and processes to report, align, and secure production material to meet planned requirements
  • Represent Scout in Program planning discussions
  • Maintain reference data in VW Group proprietary systems

Skills

Program Planning
Production Planning
Capacity Planning
Demand Analysis
Resource Allocation
Manufacturing Processes
Sales Forecasting

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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