Supply Chain Group Manager, Interior Cockpit

Lucid Motors
Southfield, MI
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have supply chain experience in interior components and a history of managing cross-functional teams.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 8+ years in procurement or supply chain and experience managing global teams
    — “Minimum 8 years Procurement, Sourcing, Supply Chain, Contract Manufacturing or Engineering experience on relevant commodity”
  • Individuals who have successfully led product launches from concept to production
    — “Product launch experience from design concept to production (not limited to automotive industry)”
  • Professionals with strong supplier negotiation and relationship management skills
    — “Thoroughly negotiate favorable contracts including parts pricing, tooling costs and Engineering Services (NRE / EDT)”

Things to consider

  • Travel is a significant component, requiring 15-25% time on site with suppliers
    — “Travel 15-25% to visit suppliers to perform business and program reviews”
  • The role demands a high level of analytical and problem-solving acumen throughout the product life cycle
    — “Drive sound business decisions throughout the product life cycle”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in managing global suppliers and resolving complex issues
    — “Creative, calculated risk taker with the ability to manage complex suppliers and resolve disputes”
  • Demonstrate your ability to lead cross-functional teams through product development phases
    — “Support cross-functional teams during the development and industrialization phases”
  • Showcase your proficiency in ERP systems and data analysis tools
    — “Proficient in Excel, Project, Power Point, Word, ERP systems (SAP or equivalent)”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • reduce supply chain costs
  • improve supplier relationships
Typical background
supply chain managementprocurement

Skills & requirements

Required

Supply Chain ManagementProcurementContract Negotiation

Preferred

Product Launch ExperienceAutomotive Industry Knowledge

Stack & domain

Supply ChainProcurementRfqNegotiationLeadershipProblem SolvingAutomotiveSupply Chain Management

About the role

Original posting from Lucid Motors

About Lucid

At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s 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 integrity. In 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 production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility.

Job Summary: 

We are currently seeking a Supply Chain Group Manager with focus on Interior Cockpit components (such as, instrument panel assemblies, center consoles, door panels, etc). The Group Manager manages a team of Global Supply Managers focused on these commodities and associated supporting interior cockpit components. The role is a key internal interface with Engineering, Finance, Logistics, Quality and Manufacturing to deliver world class products on time and cost effectively.  The Group Manager must identify, develop, and manage the global Supply Chain for their team and manage against the overall Supply Chain team and company priorities. They will help establish our global supply chain strategy, support cross-functional teams during the development and industrialization phases and drive sound business decisions throughout the product life cycle. 

You Will: 

Supply chain experience within interior components / assemblies 

Manage and mentor a team of supply chain professionals 

Present upward status of objectives, strategies, and remedies to issues 

Collaborate with Engineering and Supplier Quality to identify potential suppliers with the right qualifications to meet Lucid’s expectations and timeline 

Create RFQs, review, analyze and clarify quotations from suppliers and develop sound 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/Production 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 

Travel 15-25% to visit suppliers to perform business and program reviews 

You Bring: 

Bachelor’s degree in Technical/Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance or related field. MBA or master's degree is a plus 

Minimum 8 years Procurement, Sourcing, Supply Chain, Contract Manufacturing or Engineering experience on relevant commodity 

Product launch experience from design concept to production (not limited to automotive industry) 

Understanding of quality principles, product development processes, and data analysis. 

Able to show teamwork to resolve problems and a thought process to drive successful solutions 

Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Passion for results, strategy, and hands on execution. 

Creative, calculated risk taker with the ability to manage complex suppliers 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 systems (SAP or equivalent) 

Ability to mitigate unforeseen problems creatively and effectively 

Ownership and commitment to your role and supporting teams’ success 

At Lucid, we don’t 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 State or Federal laws and regulations.

Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off.  Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the 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. 

Accessibility: Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at TA-Operations <@> lucidmotors.com. This email address is designated solely for accommodation requests and is not monitored for job applications or resume submissions. To be considered for employment, all applications must be submitted through the Lucid Motors Careers website.

Candidate Data Privacy: By submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Notice. 

To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Lucid Motors. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. 

Source: Lucid Motors careers

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