Director, Information Technology Business Partner

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:

• Set the strategic vision for enterprise applications across the organization, aligning IT initiatives with business goals across departments such as CRM, HRIS, Finance, R&D, and other critical platforms.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team of IT application professionals, driving a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Act as a strategic partner to senior leadership and department heads, identifying opportunities to streamline operations, enhance user experience, and deliver measurable business value through technology.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of enterprise application initiatives—from solution selection and vendor negotiation to implementation, integration, and optimization.
• Establish robust governance and standards for application performance, uptime, and compliance, ensuring delivery of high-quality services and minimal business disruption.
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts, ensuring that partners meet defined SLAs while delivering cost-effective and scalable solutions.
• Stay ahead of technology trends, evaluating emerging tools and methodologies to position the company as an agile, digitally enabled organization.
• Own and manage the IT applications budget, optimizing resources while driving strategic investments in scalable technologies.
• Champion change management and foster cross-functional collaboration to ensure successful adoption and sustained impact of new technologies and processes.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the Scout Motors location in Novi, MI.
• The responsibilities of this role require three days attendance at in-person meetings and events regularly. 
• Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel domestically travel to locations in South Carolina, Virginia, California 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:

• 12+ years of progressive experience in enterprise IT application leadership, including a strong track record of strategic planning, execution, and team leadership.
• Proven success leading enterprise application strategy in complex, fast-paced environments—experience in the automotive or manufacturing sectors is highly desirable.
• Exceptional executive communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels and translate technical strategies into business outcomes.
• Deep expertise in enterprise systems architecture, integrations (including API management), cloud-based solutions, and digital transformation initiatives.
• A strong understanding of IT governance, risk management, compliance, and budgeting.
• Demonstrated ability to build and scale high-performing teams while fostering a culture of innovation, transparency, and accountability.

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
• Corporate Vehicle Program with:
  • Eligibility for 1 assigned vehicle
  • A mobility stipend

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 = $200,000.00 - $220,000.00

Internal leveling code: M6