Lead, Sustainability & Stewardship Programs

Scout Motors is seeking a Lead for Sustainability & Stewardship Programs in Virginia, IL. The role involves program management, strategic alignment, stakeholder engagement, and risk mitigation to enhance sustainability practices. Responsibilities include developing project plans, tracking KPIs, and optimizing processes. The position requires on-site attendance for meetings and events, with potential relocation to a corporate location in 2025. Candidates should have a relevant degree and a collaborative mindset.
What you'll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:
• Program Management
• Coordinate the cross-functional development and execution of sustainability and corporate responsibility programs, ensuring alignment and integration for robust sustainable business practices.
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and milestones across focus areas.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure consistent implementation of strategies.
• Strategic Alignment
• Collaborate with leadership to ensure alignment between program execution and the company's overarching business strategy.
• Identify opportunities for program integration with departmental planning and processes to enhance efficiency and impact.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Partner with internal departments to gather insights, align goals, and ensure programmatic success.
• Engage with external stakeholders, including industry groups, suppliers, and community partners, to support broader stewardship efforts.
• Measurement & Reporting
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Support data collection, analysis, and reporting to monitor progress toward program goals.
• Contribute to transparent reporting for internal stakeholders, customers, and the public.
• Risk Mitigation
• Identify and mitigate potential risks to project timelines, dependencies, and program deliverables, ensuring robust planning to avoid delays and bottlenecks.
• Ensure adherence to compliance requirements, regulations, voluntary commitments, and evolving industry standards.
• Process Optimization
• Continuously review the implementation processes to identify opportunities for improvement, enhance efficiency, scalability, and long-term value.
• Training and Advocacy
• Assist in creating communication materials to raise awareness of program goals and outcomes.
• Develop and deliver training programs to ensure broad engagement and understanding of stewardship initiatives.
• Other tasks or projects as directed by the Manager, Sustainability and Stewardship.

Location & Travel Expectations:
• This role will be based out of our Tysons, Virginia location to start, however, role will be based at a Scout Motors corporate location (to be determined) in early 2025. The final location will be further discussed and aligned with the successful candidate.
• The responsibilities of this role will require on-site attendance at in-person meetings and events regularly once the on-site location is determined.
• 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.
• Relocation: If the successful candidate is not local to the confirmed corporate location, relocation will be required.

What you'll bring

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 Environmental Science, Business Administration, Public Policy, or a related field. Advanced degree in a relevant discipline preferred.
• 10+ years of relevant experience with at least 5 years of experience in program management, corporate responsibility, or sustainability-focused roles.
• Strong project management skills, including demonstrated experience coordinating cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to analyze complex data, produce clear, actionable insights and present in a succinct manner.
• Ability to establish new standards and processes and drive associated plans to meet deadlines
• Familiarity with industry standards and frameworks related to sustainability and corporate responsibility.
• Excellent computer and systems knowledge, includingMicrosoft Office365 and common project management tools (MS Project, JIRA, etc.).

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

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 = $170,000.00 - $190,000.00

Internal leveling code: IC7

Notice to applicants:
• Residing in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
• Residing in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
• Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.