Senior Manager, Build Planning and Distribution

Lucid Motors; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 132,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Lucid Motors in Southfield, MI is seeking a Senior Manager, Build Planning and Distribution to lead end-to-end build planning, inventory strategy and allocations across North America. You will connect build planning, inventory deployment, middle/final mile logistics, field readiness, and vendor operations to ensure the right vehicles are available at the right time and place.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in automotive sales operations, vehicle planning, inventory management, or related

Qualifications

• 10+ years in automotive sales operations, vehicle planning, inventory management, logistics or related industry.
• Strong understanding of vehicle lifecycle operations and distribution dynamics.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional programs across Sales, Delivery, Production, Supply Chain, Logistics, IT, Finance, Procurement, Quality and Field Operations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with ability to translate complex topics into clear updates, decisions and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end build planning and inventory operations from production planning to field deployment.
• Align build plans with forecasts, S&OP demand, production constraints, customer orders and NA inventory objectives.
• Partner with Product, GTM, Engineering, IT, Production, and Operations for new model year launches, including requirements, UAT, documentation, training and communications.
• Manage inventory allocation and logistics execution from factory release to field locations.
• Lead NA inventory distribution strategy including regional allocation, rail mix, storage yard capacity and future distribution planning for new vehicle programs.
• Own or support middle mile and final mile transportation strategy, vendor performance, shipping lane constraints, SOPs, quote comparisons, and escalation management.
• Partner with Finance and Procurement on vendor purchase orders, invoice reviews, accruals, audits, and transportation spend tracking.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team responsible for build planning, inventory operations, vehicle movement, reporting, and continuous process improvement.

Skills

Automotive logistics

Inventory management

Vehicle planning

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Executive reporting

Vendor management

Job description

Senior Manager, Build Planning and Distribution

Southfield, MI

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 productionhappening in-houseacross our global offices and manufacturingfacilities. Ourteamscomefromindustriesaround the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, youcanhelpredefinewhat’spossible andshape the future of mobility.

Lucid is seeking a Senior Manager, Build Planning andDistributionto lead end-to-end vehiclebuildplanning, inventory strategy, allocation, and operational execution across North America Sales. This leader will connect build planning, inventory deployment, middle/final milelogistics, field readiness, and vendor operations to ensure the right vehicles are availableinthe right timeat the right place.

This role requires a strategic operator who can lead a team, influence cross-functional partners, build scalable processes, and stay close to daily execution. The ideal candidate brings automotive sales operations, vehicle planning, inventory management, andlogisticsexperience, with the ability to turn complex operational dependencies into clear plans, measurable outcomes, and executive-ready recommendations.

You Will

• Lead end-to-end build planning and inventory operations, from production planning through field inventory deployment.
• Align build plans with sales forecasts, S&OP demand, production constraints, customer orders, and North America inventory objectives .
• Partner with Product, GTM, Engineering, IT, Production, and Operations teams to support new model year, trim, package, and option launches, including requirements, UAT, documentation, training, and communications.
• Manage inventory allocation and logistics execution from factory release to field locations.
• Lead U.S. and Canada inventory distribution strategy, including regional allocation, rail mix, storage yard capacity, and future distribution planning for new vehicle programs.
• Own or support middle mile and final mile transportation strategy, vendor performance, shipping lane constraints, SOPs, quote comparisons, and escalation management.
• Partner with Finance and Procurement on vendor purchase orders, invoice reviews, accruals, audits, and transportation spend tracking.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team responsible for build planning, inventory operations, vehicle movement, reporting, and continuous process improvement.

You Bring

• 10+ years of experience in automotive sales operations, vehicle planning, inventory management, logistics , mobility, or a relevant adjacent industry.
• Strong understanding of vehicle lifecycle operations, including build planning, allocation, inventory flow, distribution, delivery readiness, and customer demand dynamics.
• Proven ability to lead complex cross-functional programs across Sales, Delivery, Production, Supply Chain, Logistics, Product, IT, Finance, Procurement, Quality, and Field Operations.
• Strong analytical capability, including the ability to evaluate demand trends, build configurations, inventory KPIs, vehicle movement constraints, and executive-level reporting needs.
• Experience managing vendor relationships, operational SLAs, transportation partners, invoice review processes, purchase orders, or third-party logistics workflows.
• Ability to create structure in ambiguity, build processes from the ground up, and scale operations in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex operational topics into clear updates, decisions, and recommendations.
• High attention to detail, strong business acumen, sound judgment, and a bias for action.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in premium, luxury, EV, direct-to-consumer, or high-growth automotive environments.
• Experience with S&OP, demand planning, take‑rate forecasting, vehicle configuration planning, allocation, or distribution strategy.
• Experience managing third‑party logistics providers, transportation vendors, storage yard operations, rail planning, or final mile delivery programs.

Compensation Range for position in Southfield, MI:

USD $132,000 -$ 175,000

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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 a401(k) retirementplan. 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 alsoparticipatein Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, aredeterminedbased on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results,in accordance withthe terms of the applicable plans.

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