Senior Global Supply Manager

The role

The Senior Global Supply Manager will create and execute the procurement strategy for materials in the Chassis Mechanical system. This role serves as a key internal interface with Engineering, Finance, Logistics, Quality, and Manufacturing to deliver products on time and cost-effectively.

What you will do

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with stamping, extrusion, casting, thermal control, and adhesive supply partners
• Manage communication channels to ensure alignment on supplier performance
• Establish KPIs to measure supplier quality, delivery reliability, and cost-effectiveness
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms
• Monitor contract compliance and address deviations
• Forecast demand for cylindrical battery cell requirements
• Implement inventory optimization strategies
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks including disruptions and geopolitical issues
• Analyze supplier costs and lead negotiations for cost reduction
• Lead cross-functional teams to align with commodity strategy

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or Engineering
• Proven experience with complex analysis, consulting, supply chain, and data analytics
• Impeccable visual presentation, interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated experience working independently with excellent judgement
• Ability to navigate numerous competing priorities and triage priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills with a team-first mindset
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Creative, calculated risk taker
• Strong written and verbal skills
• Organizational and program management capabilities
• Proficient in Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word, and ERP systems (SAP or equivalent)

Nice to have

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Experience specifically within the battery industry or related industries such as electronics, renewable energy, or automotive
• Commodity management experience for stampings, extrusions, castings, composites, injection moldings, adhesives, foams, potting, and mica
• Experience managing complex global supply chains and working with international suppliers and partners
• Expertise with import/export regulations and international trade practices
• Demonstrated success in negotiating large, complex contractual agreements
• Ability to inspire and motivate team members
• Outstanding strategic critical-thinking skills coupled with high emotional intelligence
• Flexibility to adapt to changing business requirements, market conditions, and technological advancements
• Experience in Dampers, Suspension mounts, Brakes, Castings, Forgings, or Machined components

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability coverage
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick leave
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off
• Salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off
• Eligible employees may participate in Lucid’s equity program
• Eligible employees may participate in a discretionary annual cash incentive program

About the company

Lucid Motors creates mobility experiences through innovation and proprietary technology. The company uses deep vertical integration with design, engineering, and production happening in-house.