Lucid Motors
automotive
SeniorMaterialPlanner
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“Senior Material Planner at Lucid Motors. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement. Develop and communicate supply requirements to Lucid’s supply base, managing over 200 Tier 1 suppliers and 6,000+ parts using MRP systems to achieve production, inventory, and cost targets. Serve as the main operational contact for assigned suppliers, maintaining effective relationships, and overseeing d”
What You'll Achieve.
achieve production, inventory, and cost targets; ensure On-Time, In-Full (OTIF) delivery performance; control costs and minimize obsolescence
Industry & Context.
Analytical skills to address and resolve production schedule issues; Effective problem-solving abilities with a proven track record of presenting clear recommendations to leadership
mid shift role (Hours are 11am-8pm)
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High School Diploma/GED, 6 years of material planning experience, 2 years of Account Management or Supplier Management experience in automotive or high-volume manufacturing environments, Analytical skills to address and resolve production schedule issues, Effective problem-solving abilities with a proven track record of presenting clear recommendations to leadership, Experience managing supplier relationships and operational performance, Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, Ability to manage multiple projects independently in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating flexibility, adaptability, and a results-driven mindset
Nice to Have
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Bilingual Mandarin speaker
What You'll Do.
Develop and communicate supply requirements to Lucid’s supply base
managing over 200 Tier 1 suppliers and 6
000+ parts using MRP systems to achieve production
Serve as the main operational contact for assigned suppliers
maintaining effective relationships
and overseeing delivery status
and performance updates
Collaborate with suppliers to ensure On-Time
In-Full (OTIF) delivery performance while supporting improvement initiatives such as lead time reduction
Proactively communicate material concerns across all organization levels
addressing shipment issues
and minimizing impacts on stakeholders
Provide production support through clear-to-build status
material coverage analysis
Deliver data-driven recommendations and scenario analyses to inform decision-making and strategic planning
Optimize system parameters
and service goals using analytical skills to control costs and minimize obsolescence
including reviewing inventory and adjusting orders for replenishment
Support supplier performance improvement by partnering with the Global Supply Purchasing team to implement action plans and update supplier scorecards
Lead meetings on material shortages
and performance oversee resource allocation and ensure adherence to established processes
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with suppliers to ensure On-Time, In-Full (OTIF) delivery performance; Work cross-functionally with departments including Purchasing, New Product Introduction, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, and Logistics to resolve material issues and support launches; Proactively communicate material concerns across all organization levels; Support supplier performance improvement by partnering with the Global Supply Purchasing team
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Smartsheets, Excel, and Office Suite
Process & Methodology
Ability to manage multiple projects independently
Full Job Description
Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility. We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience. Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you. Lucid’s mission is to inspire the adoption of sustainable energy by creating the most captivating luxury electric vehicles, centered around the human experience. We constantly seek talented, motivated individuals possessing a proven track record of excellence to join our team. Become part of a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to transform the automotive and mobility industry. Job Description: Lucid Motors is seeking a Senior Material Planner to join our Supply Chain team in Arizona. This role reports directly to the Material Planning Manager. You Will: Develop and communicate supply requirements to Lucid’s supply base, managing over 200 Tier 1 suppliers and 6,000+ parts using MRP systems to achieve production, inventory, and cost targets. Serve as the main operational contact for assigned suppliers, maintaining effective relationships, and overseeing delivery status, issue resolution, and performance updates. Collaborate with suppliers to ensure On-Time, In-Full (OTIF) delivery performance while supporting improvement initiatives such as lead time reduction. Work cross-f
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