Specialist, Time Slot Steering

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. 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.

The Scout brand is all about respect. 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. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. Respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute. And respect for our customers by developing two powertrains that meet their requirements — an all-electric powertrain as well as the Harvester™ range extender powertrain which includes a built-in gas-powered generator with an estimated 500 miles of combined range.

At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion.

Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!

Overview

In an automotive OEM environment, a Time Slot Steering Specialist plays a critical role in controlling, scheduling, and steering all inbound trucks delivering materials to the plant. This role ensures that all carriers adhere to their assigned delivery windows, preventing congestion, dock bottlenecks, and disruptions that could impact Just‑in‑Time (JIT) production. By managing time slots, coordinating dock assignments, and monitoring carrier performance in real time, this specialist supports smooth logistics operations and protects the assembly and body shop from material shortages.

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:

Time Slot Management & Inbound Scheduling

Truck Appointment Scheduling

• Manage and control time slots for all inbound trucks through TMS or OEM scheduling portals.
• Ensure carrier appointment schedules align with plant capacity, dock availability, and production demand.

Real-Time Slot Steering

• Steer carriers into optimal arrival windows based on daily logistics volume, road conditions, and plant constraints.
• Adjust or reassign time slots dynamically to prevent congestion or delays at the truck control center.

Daily Inbound Flow Optimization

• Maintain a balanced flow of trucks by staggering high‑volume deliveries and prioritizing critical-part shipments.
• Coordinate with in‑house logistics, receiving docks, and yard management teams to match truck arrivals with unloading capacity.

Carrier & Supplier Coordination

Carrier Communication

• Serve as the primary communication point for carriers regarding time-slot assignment, arrival instructions, delays, and contingencies.
• Enforce compliance with scheduling rules and plant arrival procedures.

Supplier Interface

• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure shipments are dispatched on time to meet scheduled delivery windows.
• Address issues related to late dispatches, missed appointments, or incomplete shipment documentation.

Performance Oversight

• Track punctuality, carrier reliability, and adherence to delivery schedules.
• Escalate recurring non‑compliance issues to procurement, material planning, or logistics leadership.

Monitoring, Tracking & Truck Flow Control

Real-Time Tracking

• Monitor inbound freight status using TMS, telematics, GPS data, yard-management systems, and carrier updates.
• Provide real-time visibility to internal logistics teams, warehouse leaders, and production planners.

Dock & Yard Coordination

• Coordinate dock assignments with receiving teams based on load type, part criticality, and available manpower.
• Communicate detailed arrival times to yard jockeys, ensuring smooth flow between gate entry, staging, and docks.

Exception Handling

• Quickly react to delays, early arrivals, overbooked time slots, or unexpected volume spikes.
• Develop and execute rapid-response adjustments to avoid unloading bottlenecks.

Problem Resolution & Risk Management

Disruption Response

• Respond immediately to logistics disruptions such as traffic delays, carrier breakdowns, weather issues, or misrouted trucks.
• Redirect or prioritize trucks as needed to protect JIT production.

Critical Load Recovery

• Arrange expedited unloading, dock priority, or alternate routing for trucks carrying critical JIT/JIS materials.
• Implement contingency plans to prevent production downtime.

Root Cause Analysis

• Analyze the causes of missed slots, late arrivals, and yard congestion.
• Work with logistics partners and internal teams to develop corrective and preventive actions.

Cost Optimization & Continuous Improvement

Efficiency Improvements

• Identify opportunities to reduce truck wait times, minimize overtime at docks, and eliminate process bottlenecks.
• Support Lean logistics initiatives by improving material flow and time-slot utilization.

Cost Control

• Monitor detention time, demurrage charges, and overtime caused by inefficient scheduling.
• Recommend improvements that reduce inbound transportation costs and yard-management expenses.

Data-Driven Improvements

• Use KPIs (arrival reliability, dock turnaround time, slot utilization) to drive process enhancements.

Compliance, Documentation & Standards

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure all inbound truck operations adhere to plant safety rules, OSHA guidelines, and OEM logistics standards.

Documentation Accuracy

• Maintain accurate logs of truck arrivals, delays, cancellations, rescheduled appointments, and dock utilization data.
• Support audits and reporting required by internal logistics and compliance teams.

Standardized Processes

• Ensure all carriers follow gate-entry procedures, documentation requirements, and routing instructions.

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.

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: 

• Automotive Logistics Knowledge – Experience with inbound logistics, JIT, JIS, dock scheduling, and truck flow management in an OEM environment.
• Real-Time Decision Making – Ability to quickly adjust schedules and react to disruptions in a fast-paced production environment.
• Communication & Coordination Skills – Strong ability to collaborate with carriers, suppliers, receiving docks, and leadership teams.
• Technical Competence – Skilled in TMS, YMS, ERP systems (SAP, Oracle), and carrier scheduling platforms.
• Analytical Thinking – Able to interpret data, track KPIs, and identify improvement opportunities.
• High Pressure Tolerance – Capable of making rapid decisions during time-sensitive logistics situations that could impact production.

• Minimum of High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required for all roles at Scout Motors, Inc.

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 = $95,000.00 - $120,000.00

Internal leveling code: IC9

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.

 

Equal Opportunity

Scout Motors is committed to employing a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by law. Scout Motors is committed to compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact ScoutAccommodations@scoutmotors.com.