We are currently seeking a Sr. Global Supply Manager supporting Thermal Systems.  The Sr. Global Supply Manager manages all company business with a group of suppliers and is the key internal interface with Engineering, Finance, Logistics, Quality and Manufacturing to deliver world class products on time and cost effectively.  The Sr. Global Supply Manager 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.

You Will:

Collaborate with Engineering and Supplier Quality to identify potential suppliers with the right qualifications to meet Lucid’s expectations and timeline. Create RFQs, review, analyze and clarify quotations from suppliers and develop sound sourcing and business recommendations balancing cost, quality, lead-time and technical considerations. Thoroughly negotiate favorable contracts including parts pricing, tooling costs and Engineering Services (NRE / EDT) Work with suppliers and Engineering to release parts into production and issue POs for Prototype/Production Parts and Prototype/Production Tooling Manage supplier development and tooling timelines, part availability for prototype builds/start of production and develop solutions to delays or problems that arise. Maintain overall supplier relationships and act as point of contact for all commercial issues, including internal report-outs summarizing sourcing status, parts availability and cost status. Travel 15-25% to visit suppliers to perform business and program reviews.

You Bring:

Bachelor’s degree Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering or related field required with 5 years’ experience; MBA or Master’s preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree. 5+ years of experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Engineering experience related to Thermal & Cooling systems or processes preferred. Understanding of and experience with some of the following: Thermal systems, Cooling systems, and/or Climate control and prefer experience in sourcing two or more of the following: oil pumps, HVAC, plastics, castings, air conditioning, cooling, castings, and forgings. Understanding in manufacturing processes supporting Climate/Cooling systems and assembly Product launch experience preferred. Understanding of quality principles, product development processes, and data analysis.  Able to show teamwork to resolve problems and a thought process to drive successful solutions. Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Passion for results, strategy, and hands on execution. Creative, calculated risk taker with the ability to manage comlpex suppliers and resolve disputes while preserving relationships with suppliers and internal staff. Strong written and verbal skills as well as organizational and program management capabilities Proficient in Excel, Project, Power Point, Word, ERP systems (SAP or equivalent) Ability to mitigate unforeseen problems creatively and effectively.     Please note this role is 100% onsite at our Southfield, MI office and does not offer remote or hybrid options. You may be required to work hours in office to mirror west coast hours being in office until 7:30 pm EST.          At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.