Scout Motors Appoints Chief People Officer.
COLUMBIA, S.C. (Dec. 4, 2024) – Scout Motors Inc. (“Scout Motors”) announced that Meredith Manz has joined the company as Chief People Officer. In this role, Manz will report to Scout Motors President and CEO Scott Keogh and will lead and further develop Scout Motors’ Workforce strategy, processes, and team in support of the company’s growing business and hiring goals.
“Building our company, factory, and vehicles from the ground up requires bold plans, tough timelines, and big bets,” said Scott Keogh. “It also requires a whole lot of recruiting, hiring, process development, culture building, and a really strong People team. I’m confident that with Meredith’s depth of experience and expertise, we will continue to strengthen our position and grow our talented team.”
The company has now hired more than 700 employees nationwide with plans to create over 4,000 permanent jobs over the next few years. Manz will continue the focus on building a talented, diverse team that embraces and demonstrates the company’s Scout Way values: Lead With Respect; Move With Intent; Figure It Out; Go Together; Step Up; Make It Matter; and Enjoy It.
Manz most recently served as Chief Human Resources Officer at Enpro (NYSE: NPO), an industrial technology company, in Charlotte, N.C. There, she focused on increasing the effectiveness of employee and culture engagement, creating consistent people practices, and fostering strong partnerships throughout the organization.
Manz previously served as an executive coach and held the roles of Head of Employee Engagement and Head of Global HR Integration at BASF. Prior to this, Manz worked for Bayer for over a decade where she held roles such as VP of HR responsible for a high growth business, contributing to her extensive global experience.
“I love to make a difference and to be part of a team focused on building and winning,” Manz said about joining Scout Motors. “It’s a privilege to be part of this journey with this group, and I look forward to helping write the next chapter.”
Manz holds a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science degree from Meredith College in Raleigh, N.C. and currently lives in Charlotte, N.C.
Scout Motors is actively hiring for nearly 100 jobs across the company. Current career opportunities can be found on the Scout Motors’ careers page. Potential candidates can indicate their interest for future manufacturing positions by submitting their information at scoutmotors.sctechjobs.com.
About Scout Motors
The Scout, originally produced by International Harvester from 1961-80, was the world’s first utility vehicle capable of both off-road adventure and family duty. It was the 8-day-a-week truck. The Scout brand is now an American icon whose heritage is kept alive by a dedicated community of doers who continue to push their vehicles on the farm, in the wilderness, and on family outings.
Scout Motors was formed to craft the next era of trucks and rugged SUVs rooted in the same tradition that made the original Scout vehicle an American icon. Scout Motors is revitalizing a legend and returning manufacturing to American shores.
Initial production is targeted to begin at the Scout Motors Production Center near Columbia, South Carolina, in 2027.
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