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Staff Global Supply Manager, Exterior Plastics

EV.Careers
Southfield, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 2/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/17/2025
Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility

At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.

We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.

Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

We are currently seeking a Staff Global Supply Manager supporting procurement processes related to exterior automotive components. This role involves developing and implementing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of exterior parts to meet the company's production needs. They must identify, develop, and manage the global Supply Chain. He or she will help establish our global supply chain strategy, support cross-functional teams during the development and industrialization phases and drive sound business decisions throughout the product life cycle.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage supplier relationships for exterior automotive components
  • Serve as primary liaison between suppliers and internal departments
  • Develop and implement global supply chain strategies for exterior commodities
  • Support cross-functional teams during product development and industrialization
  • Drive cost-effective decisions throughout the product lifecycle

You Will

  • Develop procurement strategies to optimize exterior component sourcing while achieving cost and quality objectives
  • Analyze market trends and supply chain risks to mitigate potential disruptions
  • Collaborate with Engineering and Supplier Quality to identify qualified exterior component suppliers
  • Create RFQs, analyze quotations, and develop sourcing recommendations
  • Negotiate favorable contracts for exterior component pricing and supply agreements
  • Manage supplier performance and conduct regular reviews
  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure seamless procurement activities
  • Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process optimization
  • Track and analyze procurement expenditures and cost-saving initiatives
  • Monitor geopolitical developments and regulations affecting exterior component procurement
  • Travel 15-25% for supplier business and program reviews

You Bring

Core Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field; MBA or Master's a plus
  • 8 years of experience in Purchasing or Supply Chain related to automotive exterior components
  • Extensive experience in exterior component procurement and supplier management
  • Knowledge of automotive exterior manufacturing processes and material properties
  • Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP systems

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in a relevant field
  • Experience with complex analysis and data analytics in supply chain context
  • In-depth understanding of automotive exterior market dynamics and pricing mechanisms
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and make strategic decisions
  • Creative problem-solver with calculated risk-taking ability
  • Experience in supplier relationship management and dispute resolution
  • Knowledge of automotive industry trends and emerging technologies in exterior components
  • Cost Engineering Experience.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for automotive exterior commodities, a strategic mindset, and the ability to drive results in a dynamic environment.

This role is full-time onsite Monday-Friday in our Southfield Michigan location and does not offer a remote or hybrid option at this time.

This role may be required to work in alignment with our west coast office hours, 10:30 am -7:30 pm EST in office 5 days a week.

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To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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