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:
- Leading definition and delivery of the Accessories product roadmap, driving alignment in complex and ambiguous problem spaces
- Influencing cross-functional teams to align on product goals, driving corrective actions, and delivering regular performance updates to the Director of Accessories and senior leadership
- Supporting P&L management by tracking financial performance, flagging variances, and providing data-driven recommendations to the Director of Accessories
- Leading product review meetings and shaping recommendations through stage-gate processes to ensure timely and quality product launches
- Balancing competing priorities across product features, pricing, launch schedules, and quality requirements, making informed decisions when trade-offs are necessary
- Leading the most complex and high-impact accessories initiatives, navigating ambiguity and balancing customer value, cost, timing, and technical constraints
- Managing relationships and resolving conflicts with suppliers, manufacturing partners, retail channels, and cross-functional stakeholders
- Driving roadmap development, product requirements, and quality outcomes for assigned initiatives
- Coordinating cross-functional activities including SKU management, inventory planning, and product change processes
- Identifying and resolving potential conflicts between cost, timing, and feature requirements, then negotiating solutions across departments
Location & Travel Expectations:
- This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, Michigan.
- 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.
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:
- Education/Certifications: Bachelor’s degree
- 12+ years of product management experience in automotive, accessories, outdoor gear, or consumer products
- Demonstrated experience managing, mentoring, and developing direct reports in a cross-functional environment
- Strong project management skills with knowledge of product development methodologies
- Experience with product lifecycle management tools and project tracking software
- Proven ability to balance market demands, profitability goals, and launch timelines
- Track record of leading and holding accountable cross-functional teams and managing vendor relationships
- Deep knowledge of automotive accessories (roof racks, storage solutions, protective equipment, lifestyle products, etc.)
- Experience bringing accessory products from concept through retail launch
- Understanding of the automotive aftermarket, consumer trends, and e-commerce
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Experience tracking and managing product P&Ls and business cases in the $1M+ range
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: $160,000.00 - $192,500.00
Internal Leveling Code: IC7
