Sr. Global Supply Manager, Service
About The Position
Lucid Motors is seeking a highly experienced Senior Global Supply Manager (Sr. GSM) to lead Accessories sourcing activities for the Global Service organization. This role is responsible for the end-to-end commercial ownership of vehicle accessories—including supplier strategy, cost management, sourcing governance, and lifecycle execution—from concept through launch and sustained production. Based in the United States (Tempe, AZ or Newark, CA), the Sr. GSM will partner closely with Accessories Engineering, Design, Quality, Planning, Logistics, and Service Operations. This role requires strong strategic judgment, deep supplier expertise, and the ability to balance premium brand expectations, cost discipline, scalability, and speed to market.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 8+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain roles, in an automotive or manufacturing environment, for Direct Materials (preferred)
- Proven success leading strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations for finished goods and assemblies
- Experience supporting product development and launch cycles
- Strong understanding of quality systems, lifecycle cost management, and supplier performance management
- Advanced analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent executive communication and stakeholder management capability
- Proficiency in SAP/ERP systems, Excel, PowerPoint, and program management tools
- Ability to operate autonomously in a fast-paced, premium-brand, growth environment
Responsibilities
- Own the global sourcing strategy for Vehicle Accessories (e.g., floor mats, cargo solutions, covers, adapters, lifestyle accessories)
- Coordinate the definition of the supplier selection strategy, including make/buy, single vs. dual sourcing, regional vs. global supply models
- Partner with Engineering and Design to influence supplier capability alignment, and cost targets
- Lead RFQ strategy, supplier down-selection, and business award recommendations
- Independently lead complex negotiations covering piece price, tooling, NRE/EDT, MOQs, lead times, and warranty terms
- Own and manage Accessories-related MSAs, SOWs, and long-term agreements
- Act as the primary commercial escalation point for accessories suppliers
- Ensure supplier commercial compliance with Lucid policies and accessory business requirements
- Partner with SQE and Engineering on APQP, PPAP, Run@Rate, and launch readiness for accessory programs
- Ensure Accessories suppliers meet quality, timing, and branding expectations
- Own end-to-end lifecycle management, including cost reductions, running changes, dual sourcing, and end-of-life strategies
- Drive smooth transitions from development to series production and service sustainment
- Own cost savings and cost avoidance targets for the Accessories portfolio
- Establish and review supplier scorecards (quality, delivery, cost, responsiveness)
- Identify and mitigate supply, cost, and capacity risks proactively
- Monitor market trends, materials, and manufacturing technologies relevant to accessories
- Serve as the Accessories commercial lead across Service, Engineering, Design, Quality, Planning, Finance, and Legal
- Mentor and guide GSM-level team members supporting regional execution
- Provide executive-level reporting on Accessories sourcing status, supplier health, cost outlook, and launch readiness
- Drive standardization and scalable processes for Accessories sourcing globally
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision insurance
- life and disability coverage
- paid time off
- paid holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan
- equity program
- discretionary annual cash incentive program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
