Strategic Program Manager, Global Purchasing

Rivian; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Equity awards

401(k) Plan

Comprehensive benefits including life,

Job summary

Rivian is seeking a highly analytical Lead Program Manager for its Purchasing & Supply Chain team in Irvine, CA. You will drive cross-functional programs, build data models for cost estimates, and shape commercial strategy with should-cost insights.

This onsite role reports to the Director of Global Supply Management and emphasizes tackling complex supplier negotiations. The position requires 6+ years in automotive PM or procurement, strong data analytics, and proficiency with Excel, Power BI,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field is required.
• 6+ years in automotive program management, supply chain, or strategic procurement.
• Strong data analytics and financial modeling skills.
• Knowledge of RFQ/RFP processes and negotiations.
• Proficient in Excel/VBA, Power BI, SQL, Python; SAP familiarity.
• Experience with AI/data platforms to accelerate analytics.

Responsibilities

• Manage cross-functional strategic initiatives within purchasing.
• Develop cost estimates, CBDs, and data-backed negotiation plans.
• Synthesize supplier quotes and benchmark across commodities.
• Build dashboards and data tools to track progress and savings.
• Present statuses and financial trade-offs to leadership.

Skills

Advanced data analytics

Financial modeling

Should-cost modeling

Cost estimation

Cross-functional leadership

Excel/VBA

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Python

SAP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Supply Chain, Economics, or Data Analytics

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Python

SAP

Gemini

Claude

Glean

Databricks

Job description

Rivian is seeking a highly analytical Lead Program Manager for its Purchasing & Supply Chain team in Irvine, CA. You will drive cross-functional programs, build data models for cost estimates, and shape commercial strategy with should-cost insights.

This onsite role reports to the Director of Global Supply Management and emphasizes tackling complex supplier negotiations. The position requires 6+ years in automotive PM or procurement, strong data analytics, and proficiency with Excel, Power BI,