Staff Global Supply Manager, Interior Components

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and manage the global supply chain for interior and exterior parts.
• Lead sourcing and release activities for prototype and production components.
• Partner with Engineering and Supplier Quality to identify and qualify parts suppliers.
• Create RFQs, review and analyze supplier quotations, and develop sourcing recommendations.
• Negotiate favorable contracts related to parts procurement and engineering services.
• Manage supplier development and parts availability timelines for prototype builds and production start-up.
• Resolve any delays or issues that arise in supplier development and parts availability timelines.
• Maintain overall supplier relationships and act as the primary contact for all commercial issues.
• Provide regular internal updates on sourcing status, parts industrialization, and engineering changes.
• Travel 15-25% to conduct supplier business and program reviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Relevant work experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Engineering, specifically related to SCCMs, OHCs, Switches, Visors, Decos, Trigger mechs, and more automotive parts.
• Deep knowledge of parts manufacturing processes, should-cost analysis, and cost models covering design, production launch, and engineering changes.
• Prior automotive parts launch experience.
• Understanding of quality principles, product development processes, and data analysis, with proven teamwork and structured problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with a passion for delivering results through strategy and hands-on execution.
• Creative, calculated risk-taker able to manage complex suppliers and resolve disputes while preserving relationships.
• Proven written and verbal communication skills, presentation ability, and organizational/program management proficiency.
• Proficient in Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word, and ERP systems (SAP or equivalent).
• Ability to creatively and effectively mitigate unforeseen issues.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Engineering, specifically related to SCCMs, OHCs, Switches, Visors, Decos, Trigger mechs, and more automotive parts.
• Deep knowledge of parts manufacturing processes, should-cost analysis, and cost models covering design, production launch, and engineering changes.
• Prior automotive parts launch experience.
• Understanding of quality principles, product development processes, and data analysis, with proven teamwork and structured problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with a passion for delivering results through strategy and hands-on execution.
• Creative, calculated risk-taker able to manage complex suppliers and resolve disputes while preserving relationships.
• Proven written and verbal communication skills, presentation ability, and organizational/program management proficiency.
• Proficient in Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word, and ERP systems (SAP or equivalent).
• Ability to creatively and effectively mitigate unforeseen issues.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with supplier qualification and contract negotiations.
• Knowledge of automotive parts manufacturing processes.
• Ability to manage supplier development and parts availability timelines.
• Effective problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• A 401(k) retirement plan.
• Eligible employees may participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position.