Specialist, Launch Management Engineer - Logistics

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

• Represent and advance the technical capabilities of Logistics area and coordination during the launch phase. 
• Actively participate in committees and meetings to contribute insights and ensure alignment with launch objectives towards logistics readiness. 

• Collect, summarize, and disseminate related information to relevant teams for effective decision-making. 
• Ensure comprehensive documentation of technical data related to logistics area in-coordination with relevant shop wise logistics team. 

• Monitor logistics activities deadlines, parts readiness timeline, change management, BOM readiness, Note evaluation timeline and budget for logistics, initiating escalation in case of overruns or issues.  
• Coordinate and ensure logistics related activities readiness in all shops in coordination with relevant team 
• Collaborate with finance teams to assess financial implications and ensure cost-effective launch strategies. 

• Coordinate measures with project-specific specialist departments and the vehicle manufacturing site, to ensure a seamless launch w.r.t. logistics activities. 
• Follow up on the implementation of measures, assessing their effectiveness, and ensuring compliance with launch goals (BOM readiness, part readiness, packaging readiness). 

• Know, represent, and implement the interests of vehicle manufacturing in the Logistics departments, with a specific focus on logistics activities. 
• Facilitate knowledge transfer sessions to ensure a comprehensive understanding of logistics processes. 

• Understand financial key figures in the project, their influencing factors, and monitor compliance, particularly related to logistics area. 
• Prepare financial reports, forecasts, and presentations for review and decision-making. 

• Recognize missed deadlines, demand action via escalation, and define corrective measures in collaboration with relevant areas. 
• Develop and maintain a detailed timeline for logistics area readiness, ensuring alignment with overall project schedules. 

• Establish a start-up organization for logistics activities, selecting key personnel and managing early-phase activities. 
• Implement effective communication channels within the start-up organization for streamlined coordination. 

• Familiarity with logistics processes from press shop to finish, understanding the intended use of vehicles, and ensuring timely delivery of work content. 
• Knowledge of milestones in the product development process, adherence to product and process standards, and suggestions for optimizing the paving process. 
• Knowledge of logistics processes in pre-series production, packaging concepts, supply chain management, inbound logistics, and SUMA process. 

• Understanding of the production and logistics process, factory control process, and knowledge transfer to employees and colleagues. 
• Knowledge of functional divisions within the industry, relations with relevant departments, and integration of processes. 
• Understanding of financing types, cost reference values, and evaluation of project information for monthly/annual presentations. 

• Proficient Project management and change management software, including vehicle-specific changes and experience with analysis and reporting software within the companies. 
• Collaborate with IT teams to implement technology-driven solutions for enhanced launch management in paint shop. 
• Proficient knowledge applying the Microsoft Office products [PowerPoint, Excel, Word], logistics systems. 

• Application and adaptation of relevant methods, actively contributing new knowledge and experience, and fostering knowledge transfer within the team. 

• 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.