Senior Director, Administration - Plant

What youll do

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

The Senior Director, Administration - Plant serves as the senior on-site Administration leader for Scout Motors South Carolina production facility and is responsible for the performance, integration, and execution of key Administration functions supporting manufacturing operations.

Reporting to the Vice President, Administration, this role provides a single point of accountability for Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Security & Fire Protection, and Workplace Services at the site. The position ensures these functions operate cohesively, support production objectives, maintain compliance with applicable requirements, and deliver a safe, secure, and productive environment for employees and visitors.

This leader is responsible for translating Scout Motors enterprise Administration strategies, standards, and objectives into effective plant-level execution while balancing the operational needs of a complex manufacturing environment. Plant-based personnel within assigned functions report directly to this role and maintain dotted-line alignment with their respective corporate functional organizations.

The Senior Director plays a critical role in supporting production readiness, operational continuity, organizational growth, and long-term site success.

Key Responsibilities

• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Drive performance through effective resource allocation, budget management, and disciplined execution.
• Coach leaders and managers to effectively balance operational priorities with enterprise standards and functional expectations.

Functional Areas of Accountability

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.
• Travel: Domestic and international travel required. Valid driver's license required. Passport required

What youll bring

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. Youll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Youll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring:

• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required
• Valid driver's license required.
• Passport required

What you'll gain

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
• Corporate Vehicle Program with:
  • Eligibility for 1 assigned vehicle
  • A mobility stipend

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 = $210,000.00 - $255,000.00

Internal leveling code: M5