Specialist, Order Management & Distribution Systems

Scout Motors

103d • $90,000 - $112,500

About The Position

Scout Motors is seeking a highly capable and results-driven software systems specialist to project-manage, implement, and optimize Scout’s order management and distribution software systems. This role is pivotal in ensuring seamless integration between commercial ordering platforms, manufacturing systems, and downstream distribution and logistics software. The ideal candidate combines technical acumen with strategic project leadership, preferably with an intermediate level understanding of automotive supply chain processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in systems project management.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering complex, cross-functional initiatives on time and with high user acceptance.
• Proven experience project-managing enterprise software solutions (e.g., SAP, or custom platforms).
• Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies, and ability to tailor approaches based on project needs.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business language.
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in data tools and dashboards (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• A passion for building scalable systems from the ground up and driving digital transformation in a legacy industry.
• Ability to navigate organizational complexity and lead strategic discussions with senior leadership.
• Willingness to engage with front-line operations and translate feedback into actionable system improvements.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required, approximately 25% of the time.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Passport required.

Nice To Haves

• Order management, dealer allocation, and vehicle distribution experience within the automotive OEM or Tier 1 supplier industry.
• German language skills.
• Formal project management training and credentials.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional software integration projects focused on order management, manufacturing optimization, and vehicle distribution systems.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the IT, Sales Operations, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Digital teams to ensure systems alignment to deliver business goals.
• Translate business requirements into functional product specifications.
• Manage vendor relationships and software partners to ensure timely delivery, quality assurance, and compliance with Scout standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across order-to-delivery processes, leveraging system capabilities to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate system testing, user training, and change management activities to support successful rollouts, and drive troubleshooting efforts following system launches.
• Monitor system performance and user adoption, providing insights and recommendations for enhancements.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees