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The Analyst, Material & Chemical Conformity is responsible for supporting material and chemical compliance activities across product development and manufacturing. Reporting to the Director, Sustainability & Stewardship, the role supports the Senior Specialist, Material & Chemical Conformity in collecting, validating, and analyzing substance and material data for materials, components, and assemblies. 

Working closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, EHS, Procurement and individual suppliers, the Analyst ensures timely, accurate, and complete material disclosures and compliance with applicable material and chemical regulations and internal requirements.  

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

Part & Material Transparency 

• Review and validate IMDS Material Data Sheets (MDS) for all materials, components and assemblies 
• Validate supplier MDS submissions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with IMDS and OEM-specific rules (including material classifications, part structure, and substance-level reporting) 
• Screen supplier MDS submissions against OEM restricted substance lists, GADSL, TSCA, US State PFAS, California Prop 65 and other restricted chemical lists/requirements 
• Accept, reject, or request corrections to supplier MDS submissions with clear, actionable feedback. 
• Build relationships with Engineering, Production, Supplier Quality, and Employee Health and Safety 
• Communicate with Engineering locally and internationally to resolve validation questions and material composition issues 
• Track MDS acceptance and completion metrics to support program timelines and escalate risks, where needed 

Chemical Reviews  

• Review Safety Data Sheets (SDS) of chemicals brought on site for compliance with the US OSHA Hazcom Standard as well as internal procedures 

Regulatory Intelligence  

• Monitor OEM-relevant chemical and material compliance regulations across the US and Canada 
• Assist with regulatory impact assessments on new vehicle programs (e.g., upcoming PFAS restrictions) 
• Update IT processes and controlled documents if required by new or updated regulations 
• Assess GHS hazard classifications, basic toxicology and ecotoxicology as well as occupational exposure limits  

Data Governance 

• Maintain high data quality standards and participate in continuous improvements to OEM material compliance processes 
• Generate reports from IMDS data to support other departments 
• Familiarize self with software basics to support improvements to our compliance software through writing requirements documents, configuration and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) 

Supplier Engagement & Issue Resolution 

• Communicate with global suppliers to correct or clarify IMDS submission requirements  
• Provide guidance on OEM reporting expectations, material format requirements, and common IMDS errors 
• Drive timely resubmission and closure of rejected or incomplete MDS submissions 
• Support supplier readiness and compliance for new vehicle launches 

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role may be based out of the Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte, NC. 
• 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.

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: 

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or other related scientific discipline.  
• 3+ years of experience in an automotive, manufacturing, or product development environment. Experience with IMDS, material compliance, supplier quality, or engineering data strongly preferred. 
• Working knowledge of materials (metals, polymers, coatings) and substance-level reporting concepts 
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and quality 
• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills with the ability to present complex information in a clear, succinct manner. 
• Hands on experience and knowledge of life cycle assessment and/or quantitative sustainability modelling.  
• Ability to manage, organize, and optimize complex datasets, databases, and information to extract meaning and identify impact points.  

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 = $80,000.00 - $97,500.00

Internal leveling code: IC10