Lucid Motors · 16 hours ago
Sr. Global Supply Manger, Safety & Restraints
Southfield, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expLucid Motors is a leader in luxury electric vehicles, aiming to redefine mobility through innovative design and technology. They are seeking a Sr. Global Supply Manager for Restraints & Safety to oversee procurement and supply chain strategies, collaborating with various teams to ensure product quality and timely delivery.
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
Required
Ownership and One-Team Mindset
Bachelor's degree in technical, supply chain or finance discipline - MBA preferred but not required. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree
5+ years of working experience in Procurement, Supply Chain Operations, or Engineering in Restraints & Safety parts: Steering Wheel, Driver/Curtain/Passenger/Knee/Seat Airbags, Seatbelts, etc
Extensive experience in sourcing two or more of the following restraints and safety commodities: Steering Wheel, Driver/Curtain/Passenger/Knee/Seat Airbags, Seatbelts, etc
Enthusiasm and curiosity for understanding the in-scope manufacturing processes for assigned commodities
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)
Preferred
Advanced degree in a relevant field
Experience with complex analysis and data analytics in supply chain context
In-depth understanding of automotive restraints market dynamics and pricing mechanisms
Ability to manage multiple priorities and make strategic decisions
Creative problem-solver with calculated risk-taking ability
Experience in supplier relationship management and dispute resolution
Knowledge of automotive industry trends and emerging technologies in restraints & safety components
Cost Engineering experience
Start-up working experience is plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Vacation
401k
Equity program
Discretionary annual incentive program
Company
Lucid Motors
Lucid Motors is an automotive company that specializes in electric cars.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$14.23BKey Investors
UberAyar Third Investment CompanyThe Michigan Economic Development Corporation
2025-11-12Post Ipo Debt· $975M
2025-07-17Post Ipo Equity· $300M
2025-04-03Post Ipo Debt· $1.1B
Leadership Team
Marc Winterhoff
Chief Executive Officer (interim)
Peter Rawlinson
CEO and CTO
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