Staff Global Supply Manager, Interior Components
Southfield, MI - USA
Job Summary
About Lucid
At Lucid we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucids proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture our award-winning vehicles bring our Compromise Nothing approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability design and engineering ambition and Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments combining exceptional range performance design and expansive space in a single experience.
We achieve this through deep vertical integration with design engineering and productionhappening in-houseacross our global offices the world united by a shared commitment to refusing to settle youcanhelpredefinewhatspossible andshape the future of mobility.
We are currently seeking a Staff Global Supply Manager specializing in Interior components. The successful candidate will manage all company business with a selected group of parts suppliers and serve as the key internal interface with Engineering Finance Logistics Quality and Manufacturing to deliver world-class products on time and cost-effectively. Responsibilities include identifying developing and managing the global supply chain helping to establish our global supply chain strategy supporting cross-functional teams throughout development and industrialization and driving sound business decisions across the product life cycle.
You Will:
- Collaborate with Global Supply Managers Tier-1/2 Suppliers and Engineering to lead sourcing and release activities for interior and exterior parts and issue POs for prototype and production components.
- Partner with Engineering and Supplier Quality to identify and qualify parts suppliers that meet Lucids expectations and program timelines.
- Create RFQs review and analyze supplier quotations and develop sourcing recommendations balancing cost quality lead-time and technical factors.
- Negotiate favorable contracts related to parts procurement and engineering services.
- Manage supplier development and parts availability timelines for prototype builds and production start-up resolving any delays or issues that arise.
- Maintain overall supplier relationships and act as the primary contact for all commercial issues including regular internal updates on sourcing status parts industrialization and engineering changes.
- Travel 15-25% to conduct supplier business and program reviews.
You Bring:
- Bachelors degree in Engineering Finance Supply Chain or a related field. Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- 8 years of experience in Purchasing Supply Chain or Engineering specifically related to SCCMs OHCs Switches Visors Decos Trigger mechs and more automotive parts.
- Deep knowledge of parts manufacturing processes should-cost analysis and cost models covering design production launch and engineering changes.
- Proven understanding of plastic injection stamping or other relevant manufacturing processes used in interior/exterior parts production.
- Prior automotive parts launch experience.
- Understanding of quality principles product development processes and data analysis with proven teamwork and structured problem-solving capabilities.
- Excellent analytical negotiation and problem-solving skills with a passion for delivering results through strategy and hands-on execution.
- Creative calculated risk-taker able to manage complex suppliers and resolve disputes while preserving relationships.
- Proven written and verbal communication skills presentation ability and organizational/program management proficiency.
- Proficient in Excel Project PowerPoint Word and ERP systems (SAP or equivalent).
- Ability to creatively and effectively mitigate unforeseen issues.
At Lucid we dont just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color national or ethnic origin age religion disability sexual orientation gender gender identity and expression marital status and any other characteristic protected under applicable local laws and regulations.
Compensation & Benefits:Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitivebenefits packageincluding medical dental and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays paid sick leave; and a401(k) retirementplan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time employees may alsoparticipatein Lucids equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards if applicable aredeterminedbased on individual performance role scope market considerations and overall company resultsin accordance withthe terms of the applicable plans.
Equal Opportunity: At Lucid we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race color national or ethnic origin age religion disability sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression marital status or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.
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About Company
Lucid is the future of sustainable mobility, designing electric cars that further reimagines the driving experience.