Lead Program Manager

Rivian; California, Irvine (MO, CA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a strategic thinker to join their vehicle business strategy team. In this role, you'll tackle complex problems and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive profitability and product roadmap initiatives. Your analytical skills will be essential in transforming data into actionable insights, while your experience in the EV industry will help shape the future of sustainable transportation. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment committed to adventure and sustainability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in product development or manufacturing.
• Technical knowledge of EV, including battery and drive unit.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain profitability plans for vehicle programs.
• Conduct competitive analysis to set business targets.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Project Management

Business Execution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Business

Job description

About Rivian

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.

As a company, we constantly challenge what's possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.

Role Summary

The vehicle business strategy and planning group sits within the Programs team to provide business insight and help drive cross functional execution on various key topics. In this position, you will support all consumer vehicle program with a focus on cross program strategy, vehicle profitability and long-term product roadmap and technology. You will work in a small team and interact closely with key stake holders across Rivian. You will work on difficult problems without a clear answer and interact with multiple functions including, engineering, operations, manufacturing, strategy, finance, supply chain, and more.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a plan for profitability for all Rivian vehicle programs including preparing quarterly executive business reviews
• Develop vehicle business plan for new products and new variants on current product (+2 year from SOP)
• Execute on ad hoc analysis to support leadership decision making process; transform data into actionable insights and recommendations (value stream mapping, cash cycle, make vs buy etc...)
• Support and lead cross functional business analysis with complex trade-offs including make vs buy, critical sourcing, supplier re-location, tariff management, etc...
• Run competitive and benchmarking analysis to set business targets across Rivian including BoM and Non-BoM COGS while working closely with the respective partners to drive execution.
• Actively and continuously look within Rivian for areas of process, business, and cost improvement, while leveraging and maintaining effective relationships within Rivian including, engineering, supply chain, manufacturing,
• Define and help maintain the Consumer Program long term planning for manufacturing capacity, sales volume, and cross program propulsion strategy.

Qualifications

• Passionate about business execution and interest in solving difficult and ambiguous problems.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Business or a related field.
• +5 years of experience in product development or product manufacturing, ideally in the EV industry with propulsion experience (battery and or drive unit)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skill with the ability to process data from multiple sources and build models from the ground up.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to a changing and fast paced environment.
• Technical and business knowledge of EV in general.
• Strong organizational skills reflecting prioritization with a sense of urgency.

Pay Disclosure

Salary Range Irvine-Based Applicants: $154,000-$192,500 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, and other factors permitted by law).

Equal Opportunity

Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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