Global Supply Manager

Lucid Motors Middle East; Makkah Region; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucid Motors Middle East is seeking a Global Supply Manager to lead procurement for construction and materials sourcing. This role requires extensive experience in the automotive sector and strong negotiation skills. The ideal candidate will manage supplier relationships and ensure timely delivery of projects in a high-growth environment.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in procurement or supply chain.
• Professional certification in procurement or supply chain is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure development and manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement for construction plans across Saudi Arabia.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to identify qualified suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, contract terms, and manage supplier relationships.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Supplier Management

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Construction Management, Engineering

Master's degree or MBA

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP systems (SAP, Coupa)

Job description

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.

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a Global Supply Manager who will lead construction, indirect, and direct materials sourcing. The Global Supply Manager will be responsible for managing all company business with a group of suppliers and will act as the key interface between Engineering, Facilities, Finance, and Manufacturing to ensure delivery of world-class products and projects on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in indirect and direct procurement in the industrial or automotive sector, with hands-on experience managing supplier development, tooling, and commercial negotiations. This position will be located at Lucid’s manufacturing site in King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC), in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead procurement for Lucid's construction plans across Saudi Arabia.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to identify qualified suppliers and support technical alignment.
• Prepare RFPs, evaluate quotations, and develop sourcing recommendations balancing cost, quality, lead time, and technical compliance.
• Negotiate pricing, contract terms, and manage commercial aspects of supplier relationships, including change orders.
• Manage supplier timelines and performance for construction packages and infrastructure equipment.
• Support budgeting and cost control for capital and operational expenditures.
• Act as single point of contact for assigned suppliers across both construction and direct materials categories.
• Manage supplier development and tooling timelines.
• Support part readiness and availability for builds.
• Resolve issues identified during part development.
• Negotiate engineering change notice impacts and issue timely Purchase Orders and Task Orders.
• Coordinate closely with Legal, Finance, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure compliance and execution.
• Maintain internal reports on sourcing status, supplier risk, availability, and cost.
• Travel 10-15% of the time for supplier site visits, business reviews, and program alignment.

Skills

• Should have more than or equal to 10-15 years of experience in procurement or supply chain, with a mix of construction sourcing and direct materials procurement for industrial or automotive sector.
• Professional certification in procurement or supply chain (e.g., CIPS, CPSM, or CPM) is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of both infrastructure development and manufacturing environments.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and supplier management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems (SAP, Coupa, or equivalent).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail and execution.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Construction Management, Engineering (Electromechanical, Industrial, or similar), or a related discipline. A master's degree or MBA is preferred.

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