Staff Global Supply Chain Manager, Battery Cell & Enclosure

Responsibilities

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective prismatic battery cell suppliers.
• Manage on-going communication channels to ensure alignment on supplier performance, expectations, and improvements.
• Address any issues or concerns promptly to ensure continuity of supply.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure supplier performance, such as quality, delivery reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Routinely evaluate supplier performance against set KPIs and rapidly initiate corrective actions.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions aimed at creating maximum value for Lucid.
• Review and revise contracts as necessary to adapt to changing relationship dynamics, business needs or market conditions.
• Monitor contract compliance and address any deviations or discrepancies in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Work closely with demand planning teams to accurately forecast demand for cylindrical battery cell requirements.
• Implement inventory optimization strategies and collaborate with suppliers to ensure adequate inventory levels to meet demand while minimizing excess inventory.
• Identify and sprint to mitigate any potential risks within the supply chain, including supply disruptions, quality issues, or geopolitical issues.
• Monitor market trends and regulatory changes that may affect the supply of battery cells and take proactive measures to mitigate risks.
• Negotiate commercial terms with key suppliers to drive maximum value for Lucid.
• Analyze supplier costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction or efficiency improvements; lead the negotiations and drive results.
• Track and report cost savings initiatives and their impact on the overall supply chain budget and vehicle BOM cost.
• Lead the cross-functional team from the commercial perspective, ensuring Engineering, Program Management, Quality, Material Planning, and Production are aligned to the overall commodity strategy.
• Lead and participate in regular meetings with project teams to address issues, share updates, and drive collective goals and objectives.
• 10-20% domestic and or international travel required to visit suppliers to address critical supply issues and perform business and program reviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or Engineering or Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's.
• Minimum 8 years' experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Engineering experience related ideally in Battery Cell & Enclosures.
• Proven experience with complex analysis, consulting, supply chain, and data analytics.
• Impeccable visual presentation, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience working independently with excellent judgement as to when stakeholders should be engaged to drive results.
• Able to navigate numerous competing priorities and triage priorities according to business needs.
• Proven 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 urgency and ownership that leads to effective hands-on execution.
• Creative, calculated risk taker with the ability to manage difficult suppliers, mitigate unforeseen problems and resolve disputes while preserving relationships with key stakeholders.
• Proven written and verbal skills as well as organizational and program management capabilities.
• Proficient in Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word, ERP systems (SAP or equivalent).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience specifically within the battery industry or related industries such as electronics, renewable energy, or automotive.
• Deep knowledge and understanding of emerging trends and technologies in the battery space, including key EV battery chemistries, industry leaders, and product roadmaps.
• Experience managing complex global supply chains and working with international suppliers and partners.
• Expertise with import/export regulations and international trade practices.
• Demonstrated success in negotiating large, complex contractual agreements aimed at driving cost reductions, delivery assurance, and process improvements.
• 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.