Scout Motors
Finished Vehicle Yard Operations Manager
Columbia, South Carolina, United States · Senior · Contract
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Sponsors, but it's cap-subject — you still face the weighted lottery (~45% per draw at Level III). Good if you win; have a cap-exempt backup on your list.
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$4,634 more — $124,634 — moves this role to Level III and 3 lottery entries. That figure is inside the range the employer already advertised.
Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $124,634 would place this position at wage Level III. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "General and Operations Managers" for prevailing-wage purposes.
DOL prevailing wage, 2026-27 wage year · General and Operations Managers (11-1021) · Columbia, SC. Wage level is derived by USCIS from the offered wage, occupation and worksite; the occupation shown is inferred from the job title.
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About the role
- 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.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Own day-to-day and launch-phase Vehicle Logistics Control operations, ensuring finished vehicles move safely, efficiently, and on schedule from manufacturing through outbound staging, loading, and dispatch.
- Lead, coach, and develop the Vehicle Logistics Control team, including staffing plans, training, performance management, capability building, and adherence to standard work.
- Establish, document, and continuously improve logistics control processes, operating standards, escalation routines, and performance controls to support production readiness and operational stability.
- Drive cross-functional alignment with Production Steering, Manufacturing, Quality, Logistics, Accessory Center, carrier partners, and other internal and external stakeholders to resolve constraints and protect vehicle flow.
- Manage operational performance through KPIs, reporting, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives that improve throughput, cost, quality, and delivery reliability.
- Own planning and execution for vehicle dispatch to truck and rail in alignment with production plans, outbound requirements, carrier capacity, and business priorities.
- Develop, manage, and monitor the Vehicle Logistics Control budget, identifying opportunities to control cost, improve efficiency, and support financial targets.
- Prepare for and support audits, LPC, BMS, and other operational reviews by maintaining clear documentation, validating process effectiveness, and closing gaps as needed.
- lead escalation, contingency planning, and recovery actions to minimize impact to production, delivery, and business commitments.
- Communicate operational status, risks, decisions, and performance results clearly to leadership, business partners, and external stakeholders through recurring updates and management reporting.
Requirements
- Build and sustain a safety-first and compliance-driven culture by ensuring team readiness, required training, regulatory adherence, and consistent execution of company policies and operating procedures.
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation Management, Business Operations or related field.
- An equivalent amount of relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in automotive finished vehicle operations or transportation management, with a proven track record of leading teams.
- To be considered for career opportunities at Scout Motors, applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
Compensation
- $120,000.00 - $145,000.00
- 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.
Benefits
- You'll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Company info
- Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history.
- Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers.
- At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate.
This listing is sourced directly from Scout Motors's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.