Material Planning ManagerPosted today
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
Material Availability: Lead the Material Planning team to ensure parts and materials required for serial production are available in full and on time.
MRP Execution: Own MRP operating discipline and ensure Lucid’s production build requirements are accurately communicated to a global supplier network.
Supplier Performance: Drive supplier issue resolution and delivery recovery plans to improve On-Time, In-Full performance across critical materials.
Cross-Functional Alignment: Partner with Purchasing, Logistics, Manufacturing, and Supplier Quality to resolve material constraints and protect production continuity.
Executive Visibility: Use data to create clear, accurate communications that help leadership understand risk, progress, and required decisions.
Continuous Improvement: Develop and implement projects that improve OTIF, reduce inventory levels, shorten lead times, and strengthen material planning processes.
What they're looking for
- Team Standards: Build and develop a high-performing team with clear expectations, accountability, and a commitment to operational excellence.
- Bachelor’s + 5+ years of relevant experience, or 9+ years of equivalent direct experience in a related field.
- years of material planning experience in an automotive or high-volume manufacturing environment.
- years of people leadership or management experience.