Senior Direct Procurement Specialist - Battery

About the role

The Battery and Powertrain Systems Purchasing Team within Scout includes five team members. This role is specifically designed to ensure the successful ramp up of the Battery and Powertrain Systems for the electrified Range Extender project, with a clear focus on overseeing the purchasing related project steering for these commodity scopes.

Responsibilities

• Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:
• You will be responsible for establishing and executing Scout's North America Battery and Powertrain Systems purchasing and supply strategy for all REEV (Range Extender Electric Vehicle) production in the region.
• This role will be part of a cross ‑ matrixed team of buyers with direct responsibility for sourcing and securing supply for Battery and Powertrain System-related components for Scout's REEV products in North America.
• Lead all purchasing project steering activities for assigned components or systems (e.g., Battery System, Powertrain, REEV Components).
• Own timing management, ensuring suppliers meet programming milestones (Pre-Series and Start of Production).
• Coordinate purchasing deliverables within the overall program timeline.
• Ensure alignment with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Program Management.
• Maintain and continuously update project dashboards, milestone status, and risk overviews.
• Work collaboratively in cross ‑ functional teams by participating in project readiness meetings to confirm readiness for Battery and Powertrain System launch.
• Act as overall project lead for the Battery & Powertrain purchasing scopes, ensuring structured project steering, alignment of deliverables, and adherence to program milestones.
• Manage timing, schedules, and milestone achievement across suppliers, engineering, quality, launch, and program management.
• Drive launch readiness for supplier components, including manufacturing readiness, PPAP, ramp ‑ up planning, and SOP maturity levels.
• Lead cross ‑ functional evaluations of suppliers' readiness for mass production together with Scout's Quality, Engineering, and Logistics teams.
• Identify commercial, timing, or supply chain risks early.
• Proactively create mitigation plans and contingency strategies.
• Prepare and deliver regular status reports for program reviews.
• Communicate risks, decisions, and escalations clearly to leadership.
• Act as the purchasing representative in all programs and launch meetings.
• Ensure synchronization of all purchasing activities across workstreams.
• Location & Travel Expectations :
• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, Michigan. .
• This role requires 4 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

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related financial field.
• 3-8 years of experience in a manufacturing o

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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