Material Planner (Automotive Aftersales)Active

Lucid Motors
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The opportunity

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.

What you'll do

  • Manage the planning and ordering of service parts, sub-assemblies and: accessories. Create and deploy material supply requirements to internal and external supply base to support Lucid Service and After-Sales organization.

  • Build and maintain operational partnerships with assigned suppliers. Act as: the primary interface with suppliers and Lucid logistics/distribution on delivery status, issues and resolution. Escalate to commercial or technical partners when required (GSM, Accounts Payable, Quality, Engineering, etc.).

  • Collaborate with Demand Planner to ensure demand from all sources: Lucid Service Centers, Body Shops, eCommerce, Vehicle Delivery, Engineering, Marketing and International Markets - are supported appropriately.

  • Apply analytics and supply chain expertise to manage system parameters and: meet target inventory and service level goals while minimizing costs and obsolescence.

  • Coordinate supplier’s ramp up and down for new product launches, ensuring: suppliers deliver shipments needed to support service/vehicle delivery targets.

  • Deliver material coverage, run-out reports and other analyses as needed to: service leadership. Provide data-driven decision support to the broader organization through what-if and scenario planning (as examples).

What they're looking for

  • Manage engineering changes to minimize obsolete inventory and ensure continuous supply.
  • Identify and lead process improvement projects related to execution and: planned growth for our new product launches, including understanding BOM structures related to forecasting.
  • Work closely with the GSM team to improve supplier performance and provide: guidance into future purchasing strategies.
  • Partner with IT and other business stakeholders on planning process and system improvements.