Staff Supply Chain Manager, ThermalActive$31K–$52K

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

  • Strategy & Execution Ownership: Develop and execute the global commodity strategy for Thermal systems. You will be personally accountable for the commercial success and health of your supply base.

  • End-to-End Sourcing Leadership: Lead the entire sourcing process for strategic components—from initial supplier identification and leading the RFQ process , to conducting deep-dive cost analysis , and negotiating and executing complex contracts and statements of work.

  • Supplier Relationship Management: Serve as the primary commercial contact for strategic suppliers. Manage overall supplier relationships, performance, and development timelines, resolving critical issues that arise.

  • Cross-Functional Partnership: Partner closely with Engineering and Supplier Quality to identify and qualify suppliers that meet our technical, quality, and program timing goals.

  • Cost & Value Leadership: Utilize expert knowledge of manufacturing processes (e.g., aluminum casting/forging, stamping, plastics, thermal assembly) to build robust cost models, drive should-cost analyses, and secure best-in-class pricing and terms.

  • Program Management: Manage supplier development and parts availability for prototype builds and production ramp, ensuring on-time delivery and resolving any supply constraints.

What they're looking for

  • Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior supply chain team: members, elevating the team's overall commercial acumen.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a: related field. An advanced degree (e.g., MBA) is preferred.
  • years of progressive, hands-on experience in Purchasing or Supply Chain, with: deep expertise in Thermal Management systems (e.g., Battery Cooling, HVAC, FECM, Fluid Transfer Systems).
  • Proven track record of developing commodity strategies and personally: leading complex, high-value RFQs and negotiations.