Specialist, JIS Material Planner

Scout Motors•Blythewood, SC

6d•$95,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

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! The Specialist JIS Material Planner is responsible for going to life with new suppliers. He will collaborate with the suppliers and together establish a strong supply chain, ensure there is enough material at our production plants and will report to the Manager, Material Planning. Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

Requirements

Bachelor's/master’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, logistics or related fields preferred, or equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree
4+ years of professional experience in automotive production and logistics (e.g., inbound/outbound logistics, supplier management, Material planning, JIT/JIS)
Strong technical skills in networking, hardware, and software systems as well as process design
Excellent problem-solving skills and communication skills
Ability to independently work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Nice To Haves

Experience in automotive logistics supply chain focused of JIS Processes desirable

Responsibilities

Collaboration in Developing, designing and implementing of planning concepts and projects for the JIS Disposition.
Supporting the suppliers in necessary JIS processes such as transportation, infrastructure, packaging, scheduling, and equipment to ensure a cost optimal and reliable supply chain of the parts.
Initiating, coordinating, and enforcing appropriate measures for the entire activities of the JIT process (e.g., parts lists, disposition releases and their advance information, security circulations)
Early identification of potential risks in the supply chain. Active development and cross-departmental alignment and follow up of countermeasures as part of the bottleneck control including checking the parts inventory.
Clarification and sustainable elimination of problems of the JIT process. (e.g., coordination and responsible monitoring of the accuracy and stability of IT processes).
Identifying, processing, and maintaining data for part inventory management and control, as well as processing complaints and initiating inventories, including the examination of the capacities of the JIT suppliers in coordination with the requirements of the operational production program.
Establishing ongoing, constructive and cooperative communication with the suppliers.
Developing, editing, monitoring and optimizing the material flow and delivery program and the production programs with the JIT suppliers.
Assumption of special tasks corresponding to the skills and duties of the job holder
This Role is carried out responsibly in factual cooperative collaboration with supervisors, employees, involved and affected departments - in compliance with existing guidelines, standards and regulations

Benefits

Competitive insurance including:
Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
401(k) program with:
An employer match and immediate vesting
Generous Paid Time Off including:
20 days planned PTO, as accrued
40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave
Pay Transparency
This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.
Initial base salary range = $95,000.00 - $120,000.00