Sr. Program Manager - Supplier Industrialization

Lucidmotors; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Equity program

Annual cash incentive

Job summary

Lucid Motors is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead the supplier industrialization team, aligning deliverables with vehicle program timelines and guiding contingencies. Responsibilities include leading cross‑functional teams, building ETL pipelines and KPI dashboards for executive insight, and coordinating with suppliers to ensure on‑time, high‑quality launches.

The role requires 5–7 years in automotive program management and strong communication, with advanced Excel/PowerPoint skills and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering or related field.
• 5–7 years of automotive program management experience in stamping, casting, injection molding or interiors.
• Proven experience in verbal and written communication, collaboration, technical writing and presentation.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, Project; working knowledge of Smartsheet, SAP, Jira, Tableau, and costing software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to meet program objectives and mitigate risks.
• Develop, maintain, and optimize ETL pipelines and KPI dashboards for executive decision‑making.
• Conduct data compliance audits with SIE and stakeholders for data accuracy.
• Provide hands‑on training and support on dashboards and data interpretation.
• Translate business objectives into executable program plans.
• Track milestones and ensure on‑time, high‑quality launches.
• Engage suppliers to review timelines, identify gaps, and challenge plans.
• Escalate issues when needed and drive timely resolutions.
• Identify data‑driven improvements for measurable business impact.
• Oversee end‑to‑end planning and delivery of SIE programs.
• Stay current on industry trends and regulatory considerations.
• Travel domestically and internationally for manufacturing and readiness.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Technical writing

Presentation

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Tableau

Jira

SAP

Smartsheet

Education

Bachelors in Engineering

Tools

Smartsheet

SAP

Jira

Tableau

Costing software

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 officesandmanufacturingfacilities. 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 Program Manager who will play a key role in supporting the supplier industrialization team. This position is responsible for leading supplier deliverables and ensuring these results are closely aligned with the objectives and timelines set by the vehicle program management group. The Senior Program Manager will respond proactively to any contingencies that arise, providing guidance and support to ensure that the group consistently delivers high-quality products on schedule.

You Will:

• Leadcross‑functionalteams to achieve programobjectives, proactively managing risks and resolving issues that could impactprogram launch timelines.
• Develop,maintain, andoptimizeETL pipelines and KPI dashboards, ensuring clear data visualization and compelling storytelling that enableexecutive‑leveldecision‑making.
• Conduct regular data compliance audits and drive disciplinedfollow‑upwith Supplier Industrialization Engineering (SIE) and key stakeholders to ensure data accuracy and timeliness.
• Providehands‑ontraining, coaching, and continuous support to stakeholders on KPI dashboards, metrics usage, and data interpretation.
• Contribute to both strategic and tactical planning discussions, translating businessobjectivesinto executable program plans.
• Track and drive execution against key milestones and deliverables to ensureon‑time,high‑qualityprogram launches.
• Engage directly with suppliers to review program timelines,identifygaps and inefficiencies, and challenge processes, assumptions, and delivery plans as needed.
• Exercise sound judgment todeterminewhen issues can be resolved within the working team versus when escalation isrequired, ensuringtimelyand effective resolution.
• Influencecross‑functionalpartners toidentifydata‑drivenimprovement opportunities that drive measurable business impact.
• Oversee theend‑to‑endplanning, execution, and delivery of Supplier Industrialization Engineering (SIE) programs, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements.
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging tools, and regulatory considerations related to program management and supplier industrialization.
• Travel domestically and internationally, includingshort‑noticeand extended assignments, to support manufacturing and supplier readiness activities.

You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering or related field. Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 5 - 7 years of automotive program management experience in any of these commodities: Stamping, Casting, Injection molding or Interiors (Interior cabin, passive safety, seats).
• Proven experience in verbal and written communication, collaboration, technicalwritingand presentation.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data andidentifyactionable insights.
• Experience working in a dynamic/start-up environment is a plus.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, Project. Working knowledge of Smartsheet, SAP, JIRA, Tableau, and any costing software is a plus.

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.

Salary Range

The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job‑related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.

Base Pay Range (Annual)

$121,800 — $167,420 USD

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; and a401(k) retirementplan. Eligible employees may al­so participatein Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the 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:

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