Global Director of Scouting & Talent Recruitment

Columbus Crew SC; Columbus (OH); Vor Ort; USD 150.000 - 220.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Columbus Crew SC is seeking a senior leader to oversee the club's Scouting Department. The Director of Scouting and Recruitment will manage the domestic and global scouting network, shaping the club's future through insights and strategic player evaluation.

The role requires prior leadership of a scouting department, extensive MLS and world league knowledge, and willingness to travel extensively during evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of experience identifying players.
• 5+ years of experience managing staff.
• Proven experience leading a club's scouting department.
• Strong knowledge of MLS and global leagues.
• Experience with scouting platforms Wyscout, Impect, SkillCorner.
• Proficient with modern tech including automation and databases.
• Excellent organizational and project-priority skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work irregular hours.

Aufgaben

• Serve as a member of the club's leadership group and contribute to the One Club philosophy.
• Collaborate with technical leadership to align soccer strategy with player profiles and financial framework.
• Lead and evolve the scouting department for first team and emerging talent.
• Manage domestic and international scouting networks.
• Utilize club resources to evaluate player performance and potential.
• Assist in initial negotiations for transfer targets.
• Act as the club's primary contact with player representatives and other clubs.
• Develop strong relationships across the global soccer ecosystem.
• Undertake other technical projects as needed.

Kenntnisse

Scouting leadership

Staff management

MLS knowledge

Scouting platforms

Tech savvy

Organization

Travel readiness

Tools

Wyscout

Impect

SkillCorner

Automation

Database tools

Jobbeschreibung

Columbus Crew SC is seeking a senior leader to oversee the club's Scouting Department. The Director of Scouting and Recruitment will manage the domestic and global scouting network, shaping the club's future through insights and strategic player evaluation.

The role requires prior leadership of a scouting department, extensive MLS and world league knowledge, and willingness to travel extensively during evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.