<div><div>Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility</div><div>At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.</div><div> </div><div>We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.</div><div> </div><div>Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.</div></div> We are seeking a world class Sr. Global Supply Manager, Restraints &amp; Safety.  You will manage Restraints and Safety Direct Procurement across all Lucid Vehicle Programs and are the key internal interface with Engineering, Finance, Logistics, Quality, and Manufacturing to deliver world class products on time with right cost, quality, and sustainability. You will establish our global supply chain strategies, support cross-functional teams during the development and industrialization phases, and drive sound business decisions throughout the product life cycle.  You Will: <ul><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify, evaluate, and negotiate with potential suppliers with right qualifications and core competencies to meet Lucid’s vehicle/commodity specifications, commercial requirements, and standards. </li></ul><ul><li>Create and issue RFQs, negotiate with suppliers and develop strategic sourcing and business recommendations balancing cost, quality, lead-time and technical considerations. </li></ul><ul><li>Thoroughly negotiate favorable contracts including parts pricing, tooling costs and Engineering Services (NRE / EDT) </li></ul><ul><li>Work with suppliers and Engineering to release parts into production and issue POs for Prototype Parts and Prototype/Production Tooling </li></ul><ul><li>Manage supplier development and tooling timelines, part availability for prototype builds/start of production and develop solutions to delays or problems that arise. </li></ul><ul><li>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. </li></ul><ul><li>Achieve BOM cost reductions through negotiation, resourcing, and VAVEs. </li></ul><ul><li>Travel 10-25% to visit suppliers to perform business and support various supplier performance related matters such as industrialization, operations, and cost optimization.  </li></ul>You Bring: <ul><li>Ownership and One-Team Mindset </li></ul><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in technical, supply chain or finance discipline - MBA preferred but not required. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree.  </li></ul><ul><li>5+ years of working experience in Procurement, Supply Chain Operations, or Engineering in Restraints &amp; Safety parts: Steering Wheel, Driver/Curtain/Passenger/Knee/Seat Airbags, Seatbelts, etc  </li></ul><ul><li>Extensive experience in sourcing two or more of the following restraints and safety commodities: Steering Wheel, Driver/Curtain/Passenger/Knee/Seat Airbags, Seatbelts, etc. </li></ul><ul><li>Enthusiasm and curiosity for understanding the in-scope manufacturing processes for assigned commodities. </li></ul><ul><li>Product launch experience preferred with a high emphasis on knowledge of quality principles, product development processes, and data analysis.   </li></ul><ul><li>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. </li></ul><ul><li>Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Passion for results, strategy, and sense of ownership that leads to effective hand-on execution.  </li></ul><ul><li>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. </li></ul><ul><li>Strong written and verbal skills as well as organizational and program management capabilities </li></ul><ul><li>Proficient in Excel, Project, Power Point, Word, ERP &amp; P2P systems (SAP, Coupa, or equivalent) </li></ul>Preferred Qualifications: <ul><li>Advanced degree in a relevant field </li></ul><ul><li>Experience with complex analysis and data analytics in supply chain context </li></ul><ul><li>In-depth understanding of automotive restraints market dynamics and pricing mechanisms </li></ul><ul><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and make strategic decisions </li></ul><ul><li>Creative problem-solver with calculated risk-taking ability </li></ul><ul><li>Experience in supplier relationship management and dispute resolution </li></ul><ul><li>Knowledge of automotive industry trends and emerging technologies in restraints &amp; safety components </li></ul><ul><li>Cost Engineering experience  </li></ul><ul><li>Start-up working experience is plus </li></ul>Important: <ul><li>Role is full-time onsite Monday-Friday in our Southfield, MI  location and does not offer a remote or hybrid option.  </li><li>This role is expected to be in office to mirror our west coast hours to have you in office M-F until 7:30 PM EST. </li></ul><div> </div><div>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.</div> <div> </div><div> </div><div><div>Additional Compensation and Benefits: Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs.  (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)By Submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our <a href="https://lucidmotors.com/media/document/candidate-privacy-notice.pdf">Candidate Privacy Notice</a>. If you are a California resident, please refer to our <a href="https://www.lucidmotors.com/s3fs-public/pdf/california-candidate-privacy-notice.pdf">California Candidate Privacy Notice</a>.</div><div>To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. </div><div> </div></div>

Lucid Motors sets out to create a car that elevates the human experience and transcends the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. A car that is intuitive, liberating, and designed for all the ways people get around. Lucid Motors plans to lead in this new era of mobility by returning to the fundamentals of great design &ndash; where every decision we make is in service of the individual. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own path.

Sr. Global Supply Manger, Safety & Restraints

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