We are currently seeking a Staff Global Supply Manager supporting Infotainment.  The Staff Global Supply Manager will manage 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 Staff Global Supply Manager must identify, develop, and manage the global Supply Chain. They 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 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 in Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering or related field strongly preferred; MBA or Masters is a plus  8 years Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Engineering experience in the automotive industry, preferably with experience in related technologies including: Displays, Audio (Speakers, amplifiers, microphones etc.), Connectivity (USB ports, wireless chargers, accessibility electronics etc.), pedestrian warning systems, safety electronics, interior sensors.   Enthusiasm and curiosity for understanding the in-scope manufacturing processes on assigned Infotainment commodities  Product launch experience preferred with a high emphasis on knowledge of quality principles, product development processes, and data analysis  Strong interpersonal skills, with a team-first mindset that creates a vibrant, cohesive environment to help resolve problems, cascade best practices and deliver optimal results  Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Passion for results, strategy, and sense of ownership that leads to effective hand-on execution   Creative, calculated risk taker with the ability to manage complex suppliers, mitigate unforeseen problems 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) 

 

Please note this role is 100% on-site in our Newark, CA Headquarters. It does not offer a remote or hybrid option.