Assitant Manager - Outbound Transportation

Lucid Motors; King Abdullah Economic City; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electric vehicle manufacturer in Saudi Arabia is seeking an Assistant Manager for Outbound Transportation. The role involves developing transportation strategies, managing logistics operations, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates have 7–10 years of experience in logistics and strong leadership skills. The position offers competitive compensation and a range of benefits, supporting a commitment to sustainability and innovation.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k)

Equity program

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of progressive experience in logistics, distribution, or supply chain operations.
• At least 2–3 years in a supervisory or team-lead role within logistics.
• Experience working with transportation providers and managing distribution networks.

Responsibilities

• Support the Manager in leading outbound transportation for all activities.
• Assist in developing and implementing transportation strategies.
• Coordinate with carrier partners and internal teams for smooth operations.
• Monitor transportation KPIs and support performance improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with transportation and trade regulations.

Skills

Freight cost management

Team coordination

Leadership skills

Knowledge of transportation regulations

Analytical mindset

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Job description

Assistant Manager - Outbound Transportation

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility

At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.

We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.

Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

The Assistant Manager – Outbound Transportation supports in developing and executing strategies for the transportation of fully built units (Import, Export, and Domestic), ensuring safe storage, maintenance, and efficient movement of vehicles at the yard. This role assists in managing multi‑modal transportation, collaborating with third‑party logistics providers, and coordinating with internal teams for timely shipments. The Assistant Manager is expected to uphold operational excellence, safety, and integrity of high‑value assets while contributing to continuous improvement and digital transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Manager in leading outbound transportation for all CBU (Import/Export/Domestic distribution) activities.
• Assist in developing and implementing transportation strategies to optimize costs and service levels.
• Coordinate with carrier partners, 3PLs, and internal teams to ensure smooth logistics operations.
• Monitor transportation KPIs (on‑time delivery, freight spend, transit time) and support performance improvement initiatives.
• Participate in freight audit, payment processes, and cost control activities.
• Ensure compliance with relevant transportation and trade regulations.
• Ensure full compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and international trade/shipping regulations.
• Contribute to the evaluation and adoption of transportation management systems (TMS) and logistics technologies.
• Drive or support continuous improvement projects focused on lead time reduction and network optimization.
• Promote sustainability through efficient routing and load consolidation.
• Supervise, coach, and develop team members to achieve departmental objectives.
• Maintain accurate material schedules and ensure timely delivery to sites.
• Ensure that the function operates in accordance with health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Strong acumen for freight cost management and budget control.
• Strong team coordination and leadership skills, with experience supporting cross‑functional teams.
• Good knowledge of transportation regulations, modes, and cost drivers.
• Experience in managing freight spend and supporting carrier performance.
• Familiarity with outbound TMS platforms.
• Analytical and data‑driven mindset with sound decision‑making abilities.
• Effective communication, negotiation, and vendor management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of progressive experience in logistics, distribution, or supply chain operations.
• At least 2‑3 years in a supervisory or team‑lead role within logistics.
• Experience working with transportation providers and managing distribution networks.

Additional Compensation and Benefits

Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401(k). The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As set forth in Lucid Motors’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.