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Lucid Motors · 14 hours ago

Sr. Global Supply Manager, Interior Cockpit

Newark, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$119K/yr - $163K/yr

5+ years exp

Lucid Motors is a luxury electric vehicle manufacturer aiming to redefine the driving experience through innovative design and technology. They are seeking a Sr. Global Supply Manager for Interior Cockpit to oversee procurement, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost-effective sourcing strategies across vehicle programs.

AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesElectric VehicleTransportation

Responsibilities

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify, evaluate, and negotiate with potential suppliers with right qualifications and core competencies to meet Lucid’s vehicle/commodity specifications, commercial requirements, and standards

Create and issue RFQs, negotiate with suppliers and develop strategic sourcing and business recommendations balancing cost, quality, lead-time and technical considerations

Thoroughly negotiate favorable contracts including parts pricing, tooling costs and Engineering Services (NRE / EDT)

Work with suppliers and Engineering to release parts into production and issue POs for Prototype Parts and Prototype/Production Tooling

Manage supplier development and tooling timelines, part availability for prototype builds/start of production and develop solutions to delays or problems that arise

Maintain overall supplier relationships and act as point of contact for all commercial issues, including internal report-outs summarizing sourcing status, parts availability and cost status

Achieve BOM cost reductions through negotiation, resourcing, and VAVEs

Travel 10-25% to visit suppliers to perform business and support various supplier performance related matters such as industrialization, operations, and cost optimization

Qualification

Procurement experienceSupply Chain OperationsInterior Cockpit expertiseData analysisSupplier relationship managementNegotiation skillsRisk managementProgram managementExcel proficiencyERP systems knowledgeTeam collaborationProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsCreative thinking

Required

Ownership and One-Team Mindset

Bachelor's degree in technical, supply chain or finance discipline - MBA preferred but not required

5+ years of working experience in Procurement, Supply Chain Operations, or Engineering in Interior Cockpit including: Instrument Panel, Door Panel, Center Console, Compression Molding, Plastic Injection, Soft Trim (Cover-stocks), Cut & Sew, Wrapping, Class-A Surface Finishes, Various Assembly Processes, etc

Extensive experience in sourcing two or more of the following Interior commodities: Instrument Panel, Door Panel, Center Console, Airvents, Decorative Trims, and Soft Trim (Cover-stocks)

Enthusiasm and curiosity for understanding the in-scope manufacturing processes for assigned Interior commodities

Product launch experience preferred with a high emphasis on knowledge of quality principles, product development processes, and data analysis

Strong interpersonal skills, with a team-first mindset that creates a vibrant, cohesive environment to help resolve problems, cascade best practices and deliver optimal results

Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Passion for results, strategy, and sense of ownership that leads to effective hand-on execution

Creative, calculated risk taker with the ability to manage complex suppliers, mitigate unforeseen problems and resolve disputes while preserving relationships with suppliers and internal staff

Strong written and verbal skills as well as organizational and program management capabilities

Proficient in Excel, Project, Power Point, Word, ERP & P2P systems (SAP, Coupa, or equivalent)

Travel 10-25% to visit suppliers to perform business and support various supplier performance related matters such as industrialization, operations, and cost optimization