Manager, Supplier Quality Chassis & Fasteners

Lucid Motors; King Abdullah Economic City; On-site; SAR 299,000 - 375,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury electric vehicle manufacturer is seeking a Manager for Supplier Quality Chassis & Fasteners in King Abdullah Economic City, Saudi Arabia. The role involves developing quality strategies, leading a global team, and driving collaboration with suppliers and engineering. Candidates should have over 8 years of automotive manufacturing experience and leadership skills. This position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Vacation benefits

401k plan

Equity program eligibility

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing with a focus on Chassis & Fastener systems.
• 3+ years of people management experience leading SQE teams.
• Proven expertise in supplier quality tools (ISO, IATF, GD&T).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute supplier quality strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Build and lead a global team of Supplier Quality Engineers.
• Drive APQP and NPI activities, including supplier assessments.

Skills

Automotive manufacturing experience

Supplier quality tools

Program management

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

BS in Engineering

Postgraduate degree in Business Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Smartsheet

Minitab

JIRA

Tableau

Job description

Manager, Supplier Quality Chassis & Fasteners

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.

At Lucid Motors, our Global Supply Quality Engineering team ensures that innovative products meet the highest standards of quality across aggressive timelines worldwide. In this leadership role, you will manage supplier quality for Chassis & Fasteners, guiding a team of Supplier Quality Engineers and Leads to deliver flawless execution from design through launch. This position requires strong collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and supplier partners to drive quality strategies, mitigate risks, and maintain excellence throughout the product lifecycle.

You will lead global initiatives, mentor high-performing teams, and partner with suppliers to implement robust quality systems and processes. Success in this role demands technical expertise, strategic thinking, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

You Will

• Develop and execute supplier quality strategies for Chassis & Fasteners aligned with Lucid Motors' objectives.
• Build and lead a global team of Supplier Quality Engineers and Leads, setting clear OKRs and KPIs.
• Drive APQP and NPI activities, including supplier assessments, DFM/A reviews, and PPAP approvals.
• Cultivate strong supplier partnerships, monitor performance, and implement improvement plans.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for supplier quality issues during launch and mass production.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to ensure quality standards.
• Provide leadership in budget planning, resource allocation, and reporting on supplier performance and risks.
• Travel globally (25–75%) to Lucid and supplier sites as needed.

You Bring

• 8+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing with a focus on Chassis & Fastener systems.
• 3+ years of people management experience leading SQE teams and driving global team development.
• Proven expertise in supplier quality tools (ISO, IATF, GD&T) and automotive core pillars (APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC, FMEA).
• Strong program management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Hands‑on experience conducting supplier audits and implementing quality improvement strategies.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; familiarity with Smartsheet, Minitab, JIRA, and Tableau is a plus.
• BS in Engineering required; postgraduate degree in Business Management preferred.
• Certifications such as Project Management, Lead Auditor, ASQ, or Six Sigma Black Belt are a plus.
• Ability to adapt to dynamic environments with a positive, solutions‑oriented mindset.

Additional Compensation and Benefits

Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. 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. (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)

To all recruitment agencies

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