Lead, People Analytics

The People Analytics Lead is responsible for transforming workforce data into insights that drive strategic decision-making, improve employee experience, and enable leaders to build a thriving, high-performance culture.  This role partners across HR, IT, and business functions to design analytics products, establish data governance, and deliver meaningful reporting dashboards and predictive insights.

The ideal candidate blends technical acumen with strong business storytelling, has a deep understanding of people processes, and is passionate about creating a human-centered, data-informed workplace.

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

Analytics Strategy & Leadership:

• Develop and own the organization’s People Analytics strategy & roadmap.
• Partner with Employee Experience, HRBP’s, Talent Management, Total Rewards, IT and senior leadership to understand data needs and define scalable solutions.
• Champion a culture of data literacy across the HR function and organization.
• Analyze HR data using statistical techniques and data visualization tools to identify trends, patterns, and correlations.
• Collaborate with HR leaders, business partners, and other stakeholders to understand their data and analytics needs. Communicate findings and insights in a clear and concise manner.

Data Management & Governance:

• Oversee data quality, data governance, and standardization across HR systems.
• Establish data definitions, KPIs, and reporting standards to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Manage compliance with data privacy regulations and internal security standards.

Insights & Reporting:

• Build and maintain dashboards, metrics, and automated reporting for leaders at all levels.
• Conduct deep-dive analysis (e.g. turnover, retention, performance, engagement, workforce planning)
• Translate complex data into actionable insights through compelling storytelling.
• Conduct analysis of employee feedback surveys and other employee experience data to uncover insights into engagement drivers, satisfaction levels, and areas for improvement. Support efforts to enhance the employee experience

Advanced Analytics:

• Develop predictive and prescriptive models to support talent outcomes (attrition risk, engagement drivers, etc.)
• Utilize statistical techniques to analyze trends and recommend solutions.

Systems Ownership & Optimization:

• Partner with IT and HR Teams to optimize the HR tech stack for data access and analytics.
• Implement and enhance analytics tools, integrations, and reporting environments.
• Evaluate emerging HR analytic technologies.
• Explore and implement efficiencies by leveraging AI tools.
• Ensure clean and accurate master data

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role is based out of the Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte, NC.
• 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.

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: 

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, data analytics, business analytics, statistics, data science, or a related field.
• 8-10 years of experience in HR analytics, workforce analytics, business intelligence, data analysis, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manipulate and interpret complex datasets.
• Highly skilled in storytelling and proven experience in designing dashboards and analytics for executives and operational leaders.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Detail-oriented, exceptional attention to details, with strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Technical Skills:
• Experience working with HR Technologies, SuccessFactors preferred.
• Adeptness with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, a must.
• Proficiency with data visualization tools such as Sigma, Power BI, or similar.
• Experience working with data analysis tools such as SQL, Python or R
• Experience working with survey tools such as Qualtrics
• Data Modeling & Statistics
• Data governance experience
• Experience implementing AI tools to increase efficiency and access to information.

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

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

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 = $140,000.00 - $170,000.00

Internal leveling code: IC7