Vehicle Operations Specialist (New Location Opening!)

Lucid Motors; Highland Park (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays, paid sick leave

Equity program

Discretionary annual cash incentive

Job summary

Lucid Motors in Highland Park, IL is seeking a Vehicle Operations Specialist to manage onsite vehicle inventory, coordinate movements, and support the sales team. The role emphasizes meticulous inventory control, readiness of inventory, and collaboration with HQ teams to ensure seamless operations at a new Highland Park location.

The ideal candidate will be hands-on, organized, and able to work evenings/weekends in a retail environment, with a valid driver's license and a passion for exceptional

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and focused on providing great experiences by improving efficiencies.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to relentlessly prioritize.
• Self-starter and quick thinker in ambiguous, rapidly changing situations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage the location’s vehicle inventory to keep it ready for sale.
• Conduct lot walks and physical inventory to ensure accuracy.
• Coordinate logistics for vehicle movements between Lucid facilities and third-party locations.
• Assist with new vehicle deliveries during high-volume periods and daily operations.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Self-starter

Hands-on with vehicle operations

Evenings and weekends availability

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.

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.

Something new is coming to Highland Park. Lucid is preparing to open our brand‑new Studio at 1200 Old Skokie Valley Road, Highland Park, IL 60062, with a planned opening in early February 2027.

We’re building the team that will bring this new location to life and are looking for talented Sales, Service, and Delivery professionals who share our passion for innovation, exceptional customer experiences, and the future of sustainable transportation. Joining our Highland Park team means more than stepping into a new role. It’s an opportunity to help launch a new location, shape its culture, build lasting customer relationships, and contribute to Lucid’s continued growth throughout Chicagoland.

As a Vehicle Operations Specialist, your primary responsibility is to manage all onsite vehicles including sales inventory, used vehicles, lease returns, and internal fleet in partnership with both on‑site and HQ‑based teams. The Vehicle Operations Specialist is a critical partner in ensuring the readiness of inventory, flow of vehicle movements, and accuracy of inventory tracking. We prioritize a world‑class customer service experience, and our Vehicle Operations Specialist plays a key role in continuing to build upon the Lucid Motors brand through their organization and support of the sales team.

Our ideal candidate has an unwavering commitment to the accurate collection and recording of information and possesses demonstrable interpersonal and communication skills. You are meticulously detailed, well‑organized, and understand the critical nature of setting daily priorities.

The Role:

• Monitor and manage the location’s physical vehicle inventory, ensuring inventory vehicles are in ready‑to‑sell condition and that lots are clean and well organized
• Conduct lot walks and physical inventory to ensure inventory accuracy
• Partner with internal allocations team to inform of inventory needs
• Ensure inventory is well‑maintained and appealing, performing software updates, cleaning and charging vehicles as required
• Partner with internal teams to manage lease return, trade‑in and fleet vehicles on‑site
• Coordinate logistics for vehicle movements as required between Lucid facilities and third‑party locations
• Monitor inbound shipments of vehicles from manufacturing or third‑party facilities
• Perform and verify vehicle intake inspection and ensure inbound cars comply with quality standards per Lucid’s defined quality intake assessment
• Liaise with Service team in case of required repair work
• Partner with sales teams on the status of vehicle readiness
• Assist with new vehicle deliveries during high volume periods and daily operations as required

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of professional experience in operations or support role.
• Passion for a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment.
• Detail‑oriented and focused on providing great experiences by improving efficiencies.
• Self‑starter and quick thinker with high attention to detail who thrives in ambiguous and rapidly changing situations.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to relentlessly prioritize.
• Willingness to be hands‑on with all vehicle operations.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends in a retail environment
• 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
• Physical requirements include the ability to twist, bend, squat, reach, and stand for extended periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation

Preferred:

• Proficiency with Salesforce or other CRM.
• Prior experience in the automotive sector.
• A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent experience in business, marketing or related discipline

Compensation 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.

$27.00 to $32.00/HR USD

Compensation & Benefits:

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• life and disability coverage
• paid time off
• paid holidays, paid sick leave
• 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 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.

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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