Senior Specialist, Corporate Strategy

About the role

Scout Motors is seeking a Sr. Specialist, Corporate Strategy to support high-impact strategic initiatives, including partnerships, market expansion, and long-term value creation. This role is suited for an experienced strategist with strong business and strategic judgment who can evaluate new opportunities, shape executive narratives, and build trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:
• Corporate Development:
• Lead structured assessments of new business opportunities, including financial impact, strategic fit, and risk analysis.
• Analyze and distill financial and operational data (e.g., KPIs, forecasts) into decision‑ready insights and recommendations.
• Support execution of strategic partnerships and new business models (e.g., adjacencies, global market opportunities) in close partnership with Strategy leadership.
• Narrative Development:
• Help shape Scout Motors' long-term value creation story and brand positioning.
• Translate product, technology, and manufacturing strategy into clear narratives for executives, board, and external audiences.
• Ensure consistency and quality standards are met across strategy materials.
• Demonstrate Operational Excellence:
• Manage engagements with prospective partners, including coordinating NDAs, tracking deliverables, facilitating workshops, and ensuring follow‑through.
• Lead development of materials for executive discussions, partner meetings, and external engagements.
• Build trusted relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Location & Travel Expectations :
• This role will 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.

Requirements

• Experience: 8+ years in corporate strategy, investment banking, management consulting, private equity, or related fields; automotive or mobility experience preferred.
• Education : Bachelor's degree in business, economics, or related fields.
• Strong strategic business and financial acumen; able to assess trade‑offs and implications across multiple dimensions.
• Excellent storytelling and synthesis skills, especially for executive and investor‑level audiences.
• Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel; comfort building materials for executives, board, and investor audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast‑paced, build‑phase environment.
• High ownership mindset; comfortable rolling up sleeves and operating without heavy structure.
• Passion for automotive, innovation, and building something from the ground up.
• Preferred Skills:
• Familiarity with automotive industry and technology trends.
• Exposure to capital markets, investor materials, or long‑term value creation narratives.
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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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