Director, Supplier Quality

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

• →Lead all supplier quality planning and execution of manufacturing, assembly techniques and quality control processes from the advanced development phase to serial production  
• →Lead and oversee all quality performance and functional standards quality in all vehicle activities are met in the supply chain to ensure Customer satisfaction. 
• →Ensure professional business acumen of SQEs at Suppliers to ensure Scout’s Quality expectations and core values are met and that suppliers can meet the industrialization related activities on time with the Supplier Quality team 
• →Responsible that suppliers will meet industrialization, to schedule, and at cost to ensure quality.  
• →Responsible for Supplier PPAPs and ongoing activities within the supply chain 
• →Work as a partner with the Supply chain to ensure escalations of issues are raised and resolutions are solved in a timely manner  
• →Lead supplier improvements in cost, quality and manufacturability 
• →Responsible to ensure supplier audits and corrective actions are completed on time 
• →Collaborate with Scout’s Design, Quality, and Manufacturing to determine the ideal performance specifications and supplier metrics 
• →Accountable for ongoing monitoring supplier manufacturing process development, launch readiness for new products and design changes 
• →Drive continuous improvement activities utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles 
• →Ensure suppliers have exceptionally robust processes and procedures to promote mass industrialization through efficient and seamless production of high-quality products 
• →Build a team of Supplier Quality professionals to ensure the utmost caliber of supplier audits are conducted and build partnerships within the supply chain 
• →Develop and provide leadership to the Supplier Quality teams and oversee daily operations. 
• →Mentor team members, foster a culture of learning, and facilitate skill development to enhance the capabilities of the Supplier Quality team. 
• →Work cross functionally with other departments within Scout 
• →Perform other duties as assigned. 

• To be considered for career opportunities at Scout Motors, applicants must be 18 years of age or older. 
• Residing in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 
• Residing in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. 
• Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.

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 applicable fair employment practice 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 ScoutAccommodations@scoutmotors.com.