Container Manager Jobs in South Carolina (NOW HIRING)

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Collaborate in developing, designing and implementing planning concepts and projects for the Container Management Function 
• Support the suppliers in necessary processes such as transportation, infrastructure, packaging, scheduling and equipment to ensure an optimal and reliable supply chain of empties. 
• Scheduling empties (pallets, containers, transport frames, etc.) and tracking of delivery backlogs 
• 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 transport container inventory. 
• Identifying, processing and maintaining data for transport container inventory management and control, as well as processing complaints and initiating inventories. 
• Establishing ongoing, constructive and cooperative communication with the suppliers. 
• Steering of empty containers in the loop between the Scout plant and the supplier plant, to secure the plants with enough containers. 
• 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 

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Blythewood, South Carolina 
• 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.

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 comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You'll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring: 

• 4+ years of professional experience in automotive production and logistics (e.g, inbound/outbound logistics, supplier management, container management, JIT/JIS) 
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, logistics or related fields. An equivalent amount of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. 
• Experience in automotive logistics supplier management preferred 
• 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 
• High attendance to travel 

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up.  This is a chance to create something new and lasting - with an iconic brand at its foundation.  In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

• 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

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

Internal Leveling Code: IC9