Vehicle Operations Specialist (New Location Opening!)

Lucid Motors • Highland Park, IL

1d • $27 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

The Vehicle Operations Specialist manages all onsite vehicles—including sales inventory, used vehicles, lease returns, and internal fleet—in partnership with on-site and headquarters teams. The role supports inventory readiness, vehicle movement, and accurate inventory tracking, while helping deliver a world-class customer experience and supporting the sales team. The position is for Lucid’s new Highland Park, Illinois Studio, planned to open in early February 2027.

The specialist monitors the physical vehicle inventory, keeps vehicles and lots ready and organized, coordinates vehicle intake and movement, and works with internal teams on vehicle needs and repairs. The role also supports new vehicle deliveries during high-volume periods and daily operations as needed.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of professional experience in an operations or support role.
• Passion for working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Detail-oriented, with a focus on delivering great experiences and improving efficiency.
• Self-starter and quick thinker who can work with high attention to detail in ambiguous and rapidly changing situations.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize relentlessly.
• Willingness to be hands-on with all vehicle operations.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends in a retail environment.
• Valid driver’s license with no suspensions within the past year. Drivers under 21 must have held a driver’s license for at least 3 years and successfully complete Lucid training upon hire.
• Ability to twist, bend, squat, reach, and stand for extended periods, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with Salesforce or another CRM.
• Prior experience in the automotive sector.
• A bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience in business, marketing, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage physical vehicle inventory, ensuring vehicles are ready to sell and lots are clean and organized.
• Conduct lot walks and physical inventory checks to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Partner with the internal allocations team to communicate inventory needs.
• Maintain inventory vehicles, including performing software updates, cleaning, and charging as required.
• Coordinate with internal teams on onsite lease returns, trade-ins, and fleet vehicles.
• Arrange vehicle movements between Lucid facilities and third-party locations as needed.
• Monitor inbound vehicle shipments from manufacturing or third-party facilities.
• Perform and verify vehicle intake inspections and ensure inbound vehicles meet Lucid’s defined quality standards.
• Liaise with the Service team when repairs are needed.
• Coordinate with sales teams regarding vehicle readiness status.
• Assist with new vehicle deliveries during high-volume periods and support daily operations as required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and disability coverage
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick leave
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Eligible employees may participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed