Lucid is seeking a highly skilled Master Scheduler to manage demand planning, forecasting, spend management, and the overall battery cell value stream across various programs, form factors and chemistries.  This role manages all company business related to Lucid’s battery cell planning and will own the MRP signal for all cell suppliers. The Master Scheduler serves as the key internal interface with Sourcing, Engineering, Finance, Logistics, Quality and Manufacturing to ensure Lucid delivers world class products on time. 

As the Master Scheduler of Battery Cells you will be the orchestrator of our battery supply chain. You’ll lead the end-to-end planning process for battery cell demand, balancing commercial targets, production forecasts, and supplier readiness. This role sits at the intersection of operations, supply chain, finance, and engineering — a high-impact, high-visibility position for someone who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments. You’ll bring clarity to chaos and ensure that battery supply keeps pace with our rapid growth. 

You Will: 

Build and own the battery cell master schedule across programs, aligning factory build plans, supplier capacity, and product delivery timelines into a single, actionable plan  Translate vehicle forecasts into multi-tier demand signals for battery cells, pack components, and cell input materials — working backward from end-product to raw material  Manage demand planning for all battery cells within Lucid’s ERP engine and maintain robust master data accuracy  Develop and iterate monthly/quarterly demand and supply plans, integrating commercial outlooks, program milestones, and supplier inputs to maintain continuity of cell supply  Create and manage robust inventory strategies — including optimized stock levels and efficient logistics flows — to minimize line-down risk without overstocking  Partner with Finance to own cell-related annual budget planning, spend tracking, and variance analysis — ensuring visibility to both budget and actuals at a granular part number level  Model scenarios for demand surges, supply disruptions, product shelf-life expirations and ramp delays, proactively identifying gaps and developing mitigation strategies  Lead cross-functional planning reviews with engineering, operations, and sourcing — driving alignment across timelines, volume assumptions, and production readiness  Develop dashboards and reports to visualize inventory health, forecast accuracy, and supply-demand alignment for both tactical decision-making and executive reporting  Continuously refine planning processes and tools, implementing best practices in MRP, forecast accuracy, lead time optimization, and cross-functional communication 

You Bring: 

4–7 years of experience in supply chain, operations, demand planning, or strategy — ideally with exposure to complex manufacturing or hardware environments  Strong analytical and financial modeling skills; highly proficient in ERP engines as well as SQL & Excel and capable of structuring analyses from scratch  Experience owning or contributing to integrated demand, inventory, or material planning processes at a program or company level  Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, Engineering, and Commercial teams to drive alignment and planning rigor  Excellent communication and storytelling skills — able to translate data and models into clear, actionable narratives for decision-makers  Strong organizational and prioritization skills; thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with evolving priorities 

Nice to Haves: 

Background in management consulting, strategy, or operations at a top-tier firm or high-growth company  Experience with supply chain or operations in the automotive, battery, hardware, or industrial tech sectors  Familiarity with ERP and planning systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Anaplan, O9), and able to define system requirements or workflows  Prior experience in scaling planning processes during periods of rapid organizational or production growth  Exposure to high technology product industries or planning in high-volume environments  Advanced degree (MBA, MEng, or MS in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field) a plus  Ability to inspire and motivate team members to achieve common goals and objectives  Outstanding strategic critical-thinking skills coupled with high emotional intelligence  Flexibility to adapt to changing business requirements, market conditions, and technological advancements  Proficiency in additional languages, particularly Chinese, Japanese or Korean, would be advantageous considering the geographic location of many battery cell suppliers 

 

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