Sr. Global Supply Chain Manager- BIW

Lucid Motors; Southfield (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucid Motors in Southfield, MI, is seeking a Sr. Global Supply Manager to lead supplier strategy for BIW and drive cost-effective parts sourcing from concept through production.

You will partner with Engineering, Finance, Logistics, Quality, and Manufacturing to ensure on-time delivery and optimized costs. The role requires 5+ years in purchasing, supply chain, or engineering, with strong analytical and negotiation skills and proficiency in Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word, and SAP or similar

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree.
• 5+ years of purchasing, supply chain, or engineering experience.
• Understanding of body design and experience sourcing multiple commodities.
• Product launch experience preferred.
• Knowledge of quality principles and data analysis; teamwork to resolve problems.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills; results-focused.
• Ability to manage complex suppliers and maintain relationships.
• Proficient in Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word, and SAP or equivalent ERP.
• Ability to mitigate unforeseen problems creatively and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Engineering and Supplier Quality to identify qualified suppliers meeting Lucid's timelines.
• Create RFQs, review quotations, and develop sourcing recommendations balancing cost, quality, lead time, and tech considerations.
• Negotiate contracts including parts pricing, tooling costs, and Engineering Services (NRE/EDT).
• Work with suppliers and Engineering to release parts into production and issue POs for prototypes and tooling.
• Manage supplier development and tooling timelines; address delays and production readiness.
• Maintain supplier relationships and report sourcing status and costs to internal teams.
• Travel 15-25% to visit suppliers for business and program reviews.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Problem solving

Teamwork

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance or related field

Tools

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Project

Word

Job description

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 andmanufacturingfacilities.Ourteamscomefromindustriesaround the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence.By refusing to settle, youcanhelpredefinewhat’spossible andshape the future of mobility.

We are currently seeking a Sr. Global Supply Manager supporting the BIW (Body In White) Team. The Global Supply Manager manages all company business with a group of suppliers and is the key internal interface with Engineering, Finance, Logistics, Quality and Manufacturing to deliver world class products on time and cost effectively. The Global Supply Manager must identify, develop, and manage the global Supply Chain. This person will help establish our global supply chain strategy, support cross-functional teams during the development and industrialization phases and drive sound business decisions throughout the product life cycle.

You Will:

• Collaborate with Engineering and Supplier Quality to identify potential suppliers with the right qualifications to meet Lucid’s expectations and timeline
• Create RFQs, review, analyze and clarify quotations from suppliers and develop sound sourcing and business recommendations balancing cost, quality, lead time and technical considerations
• Thoroughly negotiate favorable contracts including parts pricing, tooling costs and Engineering Services (NRE / EDT)
• Work with suppliers and Engineering to release parts into production and issue POs for Prototype Parts and Prototype/Production Tooling
• Manage supplier development and tooling timelines, part availability for prototype builds/start of production and develop solutions to delays or problems that arise
• Maintain overall supplier relationships and act as point of contact for all commercial issues, including internal report-outs summarizing sourcing status, parts availability and cost status
• Travel 15-25% to visit suppliers to perform business and program reviews

You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance or related field required. Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree
• 5 years' experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain, OR Engineering
• Understanding of body design and extensive experience in sourcing two or more of the following commodities: paints, coatings, adhesives (structural, bonding, sealing), baffles, castings and extrusions.
• Product launch experience preferred
• Understanding of quality principles, product development processes, and data analysis. Able to show teamwork to resolve problems and a thought process to drive successful solutions
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Passion for results, strategy, and hands on execution.
• Creative, calculated risk taker with the ability to manage complex suppliers and resolve disputes while preserving relationships with suppliers and internal staff
• Strong written and verbal skills as well as organizational and program management capabilities
• Proficient in Excel, Project, Power Point, Word, ERP systems (SAP or equivalent)
• Ability to mitigate unforeseen problems creatively and effectively

At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

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.

Equal Opportunity

At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.

Accessibility

Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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