Studio Associate

Lucid Motors; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Equity program

Job summary

Lucid Motors in New York is seeking a Studio Associate to engage guests, demonstrate excitement about our electric vehicles, and guide them through the Lucid journey.

You will conduct needs assessments, maintain a strong sales pipeline, and utilize Salesforce to track interactions, while supporting local events and ensuring studio assets reflect the brand.

Qualifications

• Exceptional people skills with strong oral and written communication.
• Ability to deliver outstanding customer experiences in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Curiosity and passion about electric vehicles and premium vehicles.
• Comfortable operating in ambiguous retail environments.
• Familiarity with CRM tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Be a critical Lucid Ambassador; the first point of engagement guests will have with Lucid.
• Welcome guests in an engaging, courteous and sincere manner.
• Demonstrate excitement and create intrigue about Lucid products.
• Needs Assessment: gauge customer needs through personalized interactions.
• Pipeline Management: maintain a robust customer pipeline.
• CRM: use Salesforce to track customer interactions.
• Conduct test drives and articulate points of interest for an exceptional experience.
• Support local marketing initiatives and events to build brand awareness.

Skills

People skills

Communication

Empathy

Active listening

Customer service

CRM familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Salesforce

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.

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 production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility. Lucid is continuing to grow our brand—a post luxury automotive company centered on sustainability and the human experience. As we expand, we are always looking to connect with passionate, customer focused talent who are excited about shaping the future of electric mobility. This posting is designed to build a strong talent pipeline for future Studio Associate opportunities within our studios. Lucid is building a brand. A luxury brand centered on sustainability and the human experience. We’re looking for enthusiastic and conscientious Studio Associates to build Lucid with us.

The Role

• Be a critical Lucid Ambassador; the first point of engagement guests will have with Lucid
• Welcome guests in an engaging, courteous and sincere manner
• Demonstrate excitement and create intrigue about Lucid products
• Needs Assessment: Effectively gauge customer needs through personalized interactions and insightful questioning.
• Pipeline Management: Maintain and build a robust customer pipeline through disciplined practices.
• CRM: Utilize Salesforce as CRM tool to track and manage customer interactions with consistent and timely engagement
• Conduct test drives and articulate desired points of interest ensuring an exceptional experience while driving Lucid vehicles.
• Competitive landscape: Take initiative to understand competitor models and packages in order to educate customer on why Lucid
• Effectively communicate the benefits of Lucid products and being a member of the Lucid community
• Gauge guests' requirements and interests to deliver a personalized and relevant interaction
• Be responsible for lead capture and progression of guests through initial part of the Lucid journey
• Manage and overcome customer challenges in a cordial and calm manner
• Ensure all studio assets are presentable and consistent with the Lucid brand image
• Keep a keen eye on any pain points or bottlenecks observed during daily studio operations, think creatively and offer improvement suggestions
• Remain available for ad-hoc activities to improve studio operations and customer experiences
• Support local marketing initiatives and events to build brand awareness
• Maintain a continuing desire to learn and develop to progress your career with Lucid Motors
• Assist with daily operations as needed

Qualifications

• Completed, or working towards, Bachelor's degree or equivalent is preferred.
• Exceptional people skills including strong oral and written communication, empathy and active listening ability.
• Ability to deliver outstanding customer experiences in a fast paced and dynamic environment.
• Conscientious, responsible and reliable.
• Curiosity and passion about electric vehicles and the premium vehicle market and competitive landscape
• Comfortable operating in ambiguous retail environment
• Physical requirements include the ability to twist, bend, squat, reach, and stand for extended periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Familiarity with CRM tools a plus
• Flexible availability including extended holiday mall hours, holidays and weekends
• Valid driver’s license with no suspensions within the past year. Drivers under 21 must have maintained a Driver’s License for a minimum of 3 years and successfully complete Lucid Training upon hire

Base Pay (hourly)

$23 USD, plus Market Performance Bonus paid bi-weekly

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 a 401(k) retirement plan. 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 also participate in 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 under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

Accessibility

Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at TA-Operations lucidmotors.com. This email address is designated solely for accommodation requests and is not monitored for job applications or resume submissions. To be considered for employment, all applications must be submitted through the Lucid Motors Careers website.

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