Sr. Global Supply Manager, Powertrain Capex

Lucid Motors•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Global Supply Manager for Capital Equipment purchasing. The Global Supply Manager is the key internal interface with Engineering, Finance, Logistics, Quality and Manufacturing. He or she will establish our global supply chain strategy, source suppliers, contracts, and execute to deliver a world class CapEx program. The role will support our Manufacturing, and Engineering teams in sourcing of CapEx equipment including but not limited to, Manufacturing process equipment for powertrain assembly, and R&D/test equipment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in technical or supply chain discipline, MBA, plus 5 years minimum Purchasing, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or Engineering experience related to capital equipment or product assembly processes
Understanding of automotive assembly processes.
Product launch experience…you did not just sit behind a desk and source. Time spent working with engineering, manufacturing, and quality to develop proposals. Candidate must be one that will actively work with the supplier and manufacturing as the equipment is built, tested, and installed
Understanding of manufacturing and quality principles
Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Passion for results, strategy, and hands on execution. Creative, calculated risk taker with the ability to manage difficult suppliers and resolve disputes while preserving relationships with suppliers and internal staff
Strong written and verbal skills as well as organizational and program management capabilities
Proficient in Excel, Project, Power Point, Word, ERP systems (SAP or equivalent)
Ability to mitigate unforeseen problems creatively and effectively

Nice To Haves

Experience preferred in one or more of the following areas: general/part assembly, battery assembly, powertrain assembly, body shop, robots, dispense, fastening systems or paint lines
Bachelor’s degree in technical, supply chain or finance discipline with 5-7 years of Purchasing, Supply Chain or Engineering experience preferable in automotive industry; Masters or MBA preferred
Product launch experience preferred with a high emphasis on knowledge of quality principles, product development processes, and data analysis.
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
Enthusiasm and curiosity for understanding the in-scope manufacturing processes on assigned interior commodities

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing to identify potential suppliers with the right qualifications to meet Lucid’s expectations and timeline
Create RFQs, review, analyze and clarify quotations from suppliers and develop sound sourcing and business recommendations balancing cost, quality, lead-time, and technical considerations
Thoroughly negotiate favorable contracts including equipment pricing, tooling, development, timing, spare parts, and payment terms
Work with suppliers and Manufacturing to manage design changes and impacts
Manage supplier development and equipment timelines, part availability for prototype builds/start of production and develop solutions to delays or problems that arise
Maintain overall supplier relationships and act as point of contact for all commercial issues, including internal report-outs summarizing sourcing status, availability, and cost status
Ownership of key supplier relationships and activities, both strategic and tactical, through the entire life cycle of company projects, from initial sourcing through development, tooling, and industrialization phases as well as product launch and ongoing business management
Work closely with Engineering and Manufacturing during the design phase to ensure manufacturability and capital equipment opportunities are balanced
Travel 15-25% to visit suppliers to perform business and program reviews