Senior Director, Administration - Plant
$210,000–$255,000 year
On-site · Blythewood, South Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Senior Director, Administration - Plant at Scout Motors in Blythewood, SC leads the on-site Administration functions (Environment, Health & Safety; Security & Fire Protection; and Workplace Services) for the South Carolina production facility. Provides executive leadership to ensure safe, compliant, and productive operations, aligning plant priorities with enterprise standards. Partners with plant and corporate leadership to manage budgets and resources, drive continuous improvement, and support production readiness and business continuity. Requires 15+ years in manufacturing or similar environments, a Bachelor’s degree in a related field (advanced degree preferred), and willingness to travel domestically and internationally. Base salary range $210,000–$255,000 with a bonus program; full-time/exempt role based in Blythewood with in-office presence 4–5 days per week and travel as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 15+ years of progressive growth and leadership experience within manufacturing, industrial, automotive, or similarly complex operational environments.
- Demonstrated success leading multiple business functions and teams.
- Experience leading within matrixed organizations, balancing local operational needs with enterprise standards and priorities.
- Strong business acumen, financial management, and organizational leadership skills, including experience managing budgets, resources, and performance objectives.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required
- Valid driver's license required.
- Passport required
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