Sr. Global Supply Manager, Battery Enclosure

Lucid Motors•Newark, NJ

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

Lucid Motors is seeking a seasoned Sr. level Global Supply Chain Manager to create and execute the procurement strategy for the materials going into our battery enclosure systems. The Sr. GSM serves as the key internal interface with Engineering, Finance, Logistics, Quality and Manufacturing to deliver world class products on time in a cost effective manner. The successful candidate 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.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or Engineering
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
Ability to navigate numerous competing priorities and triage priorities according to business needs
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 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
Strong written and verbal skills as well as organizational and program management capabilities
Proficient in Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word, ERP systems (SAP or equivalent)

Nice To Haves

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
Commodity management experience for stampings, extrusions, castings, composites, injection moldings, adhesives, foams, potting, and mica
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

Responsibilities

Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective stamping, extrusion, casting, thermal control, and adhesive supply partners
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
Regularly 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
Collaborate with Finance to continually survey and monitor if the supply base is financially stable and solvent
Create commodity strategies to enable swift actions if urgent resourcing is necessary
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