Manager, TPL, Execution & Issue Management Platform

Responsibilities

• Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:
• Own the definition, implementation, and continuous improvement of KPIs for all main system teams (MST) and functional departments, ensuring clear performance measurement across scope, timing, quality, cost, and investment targets at the complete vehicle level.
• Act as a central integration point across teams , ensuring consistency in assumptions, planning, risk management, and execution.
• Establish and maintain program-level execution tracking and reporting , ensuring transparency of R&D deliverables, milestone readiness, and KPI performance.
• Identify, assess, and proactively mitigate risks related to technical feasibility, timing, quality, and cost , ensuring early visibility and structured resolution.
• Prepare leadership materials and facilitate governance forums and executive reviews, driving structured decision-making and escalation to ensure timely, aligned outcomes.
• Centrally steer cross-functional alignment and decision clarity , ensuring timely resolution of issues and alignment on trade-offs across R&D.
• Report R&D KPIs, deliverables status, and key risks to leadership and stakeholders, enabling data-driven decision-making and program transparency.
• Ensure robust change control governance , including prioritization, tracking, vetting and R&D cross-functional alignment on all changes.
• Support overall program execution and milestone delivery , ensuring feature and system maturity aligns with development phases and launch readiness targets.
• Location & Travel Expectations :
• This role may be based out of the Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte, NC .
• This role requires 4-5 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events.
• Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.
• Travel : Occasional travel may be required to support program activities, testing, and leadership reviews. Valid drivers license required.

Requirements

• We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You'll be comfortabl

Benefits

Additional Information

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and trucks and will do so once again. But Scout is more than just a brand, it's a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work. The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn't been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. Respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute. And respect for our customers by developing two powertrains that meet their requirements - an all-electric powertrain as well as the Harvester™ range extender powertrain which includes a built-in gas-powered generator with an estimated 500 miles of combined range. At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion. Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!

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