- Location
- Newark, CA
- Department
- Operations
- Seniority
- Manager
- Education
- Bachelor
Description
About Lucid
At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucid’s proprietary technology and software-defined vehicle architecture, our award-winning vehicles bring our “Compromise Nothing™” approach to the global automotive market. That means refusing to choose between performance and sustainability, design and engineering, ambition and integrity. In Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity, we have designed and built vehicles that have redefined their segments, combining exceptional range, performance, design, and expansive space in a single experience.
We achieve this through deep vertical integration, with design, engineering, and production happening in-house across our global offices and manufacturing facilities. Our teams come from industries around the world, united by a shared commitment to excellence. By refusing to settle, you can help redefine what’s possible and shape the future of mobility.
Role Overview
The Senior Global Supply Manager (GSM) for Electronics Components will be responsible for owning, maintaining, and reporting-on commercial and supply chain data (ordering, forecasts, pricing, indices, trends) and create tools to and processes to optimize pricing and ordering.
You Will:
- Own and manage day-to-day relationships with assigned electronic component distributors and suppliers, ensuring continuity of supply and strong commercial partnerships.
- Maintain supplier performance trackers, allocation reports, escalation logs, and other operational tools to support effective component procurement.
- Develop and maintain processes that improve supplier responsiveness, expedite support, issue resolution, and overall supply chain performance.
- Maintain clear progress trackers and documentation to ensure accurate follow-up on supplier commitments, shortages, allocations, and recovery plans.
- Coordinate with distributors, suppliers, engineering, and planning teams to resolve supply chain disruptions and support component availability.
- Support cost reduction initiatives, supplier negotiations, business reviews, and commercial discussions while maintaining strong supplier relationships.
You Bring:
- 5+ years minimum work experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain, Electronics Distribution, Engineering, Operations, or a related field.
- Preferred: Experience with electronic components, PCBAs, or electronics purchasing.
- Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Strong supplier relationship management skills, with the ability to build credibility and influence outcomes across internal and external stakeholders.
- The ability to adapt, improvise, and solve problems while managing multiple suppliers, priorities, and escalations simultaneously.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with organizational and program management capabilities.
- Proficiency in Excel, Smartsheet, JIRA, Confluence, ERP systems (SAP or equivalent), and supplier management tools.
- Preferred: Prior experience working for or closely with electronic component manufacturers (OEMs) or distributors such as Avnet, Arrow, Future Electronics, Mouser, DigiKey, or similar organizations.
- Experience supporting expedites, shortage management, supplier escalations, allocation recovery, and operational problem solving.
- Ability to support negotiations related to pricing, lead times, inventory strategies, and supplier performance.
- Ability to mitigate unforeseen supply chain challenges creatively and effectively.
Pluses:
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and strong note-taking/documentation skills.
- Understanding of electronic component supply chains and semiconductor market dynamics.
- Experience managing supplier scorecards, business reviews, and performance improvement initiatives.
Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.
Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations.
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