Sr. Global Supply Manager, Interior Hard Trim

Sr. Global Supply Manager, Interior Hard Trim

Phoenix, AZ

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility

Lucid is building luxury electric vehicles designed to elevate the human experience. We focus on great design that serves the individual and the environment, enabling a future of mobility that is intuitive and sustainable. Join a community of innovators committed to making a significant impact.

We are seeking a Sr. Global Supply Manager for Interior Hard Trim commodities. The role manages supplier relationships and serves as the primary internal interface with Engineering, Finance, Logistics, Quality, and Manufacturing to deliver world-class products on time and cost efficiently. The Global Supply Manager helps establish the global supply chain strategy, supports cross-functional teams during development and industrialization, and drives sound business decisions across the product life cycle.

• Collaborate with Engineering and Supplier Quality to identify qualified suppliers to meet Lucid’s expectations and timeline.
• Create RFQs, review quotations, analyze data, and develop sourcing recommendations balancing cost, quality, lead-time, and technical considerations.
• Negotiate favorable contracts including parts pricing, tooling/fixtures costs, and Engineering Services (NRE/EDT).
• Coordinate with suppliers and Engineering to release parts into production and issue purchase orders for prototype parts and prototype/production tooling.
• Manage supplier development and tooling timelines, ensure part availability for prototypes and startup of production, and develop solutions to delays.
• Maintain supplier relationships and serve as the point of contact for commercial issues, including internal reporting on sourcing status, parts availability, and cost status.
• Travel 10-20% to visit suppliers for business and program reviews.

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical, supply chain, or finance discipline with a minimum of 5 years in Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Engineering; or a Master’s degree with a minimum of 3 years’ experience. Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.
• 5 years of Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Engineering experience in the automotive industry, preferably in Interior Hard Trim commodities (Interior Hard trims, Headliner, Upper/Lower Trims, Cantrails). Experience with injection molded, painted, and textured parts and processes.
• Preferred automotive experience with related technologies (injection molding, cut & sew wrapping/assembly, compression molding, cover stocks, Class-A painted surfaces, plastic chroming) and experience with automotive interior suppliers (Tier 1 and Tier
  2).
• Strong interest in understanding manufacturing processes and materials for Interiors commodities.
• Product launch experience with knowledge of quality principles (including AAR Appearance Approval), PPAP, Tier 2 buys, and data analysis.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; team-oriented with the ability to resolve problems and drive results.
• Analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills with ownership and hands-on execution capability.
• Ability to manage complex supplier relationships and mitigate issues while preserving internal and supplier relationships.
• Proficiency in Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word, and ERP systems (SAP, Coupa, or equivalent).
• Willingness to travel as required.

At Lucid, we celebrate diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. 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 by applicable laws.

Additional Compensation and Benefits: Lucid offers medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, vacation, 401(k), and eligibility for equity and discretionary incentive programs. Details vary by role and may depend on performance and company guidelines.

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