Scout Motors
Specialist, Engineering Parts Handling Sr. Expert
Novi, Michigan, United States · Senior
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 20 hours ago
SAPSupply ChainLogisticsProcurementERPCommunicationProblem Solving
About the role
- The Engineering Parts Handling Expert is responsible for the global coordination, tracking, and availability of engineering and spare parts across all required locations worldwide.
- This role manages a complex portfolio of 4,000+ part numbers and acts as the single point of contact (SPOC) for all engineering parts handling within Scout Motors, ensuring parts readiness to support prototype builds, validation activities, and fleet operations.
Responsibilities
- Define and manage distribution strategies to position parts proactively based on program and test needs
- Own and manage a large engineering parts portfolio (>4,000 active part numbers)
- Maintain full visibility of part status including revisions, maturity, and availability
- Implement structured inventory processes tailored to prototype and low-volume environments
- Manage urgent shipments to support build events, testing, and issue resolution
- Work closely with logistics partners to ensure reliable and timely delivery worldwide
- Build & Test Support
- Ensure parts readiness for prototype builds, fleet operations, and validation campaigns
- Maintain and continuously improve part tracking systems (ERP/PLM/inventory tools)
- Support Engineering, V&V, Prototype Builds, Fleet Operations, and Procurement teams
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in engineering parts handling, prototype logistics, or material management
- Proven experience managing large part volumes (multi-thousand part numbers)
- Experience in global parts distribution and logistics coordination
- Strong understanding of automotive development processes (prototype, validation, pre-series)
- Experience with ERP / PLM systems (e.g., SAP, Teamcenter, Windchill)
- Experience in EV or advanced vehicle programs
- Strong ownership mindset with end-to-end accountability
Benefits
- Inventory & Stock Management
- Define and maintain optimal stock levels for engineering spare parts globally
- Ensure accurate data for part numbers, revisions, usage, and stock levels
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