Lucid Motors

Sr. Global Supply Manager, Service

Lucid Motors$121K — $167K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, or equivalent education/experience
  • 8+ years in procurement or supply chain roles, preferably in automotive or manufacturing for Direct Materials
  • Success in leading strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations for finished goods
  • Experience with product development and launch cycles
  • Strong understanding of quality systems and lifecycle cost management
  • Advanced analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency with SAP/ERP systems, Excel, PowerPoint, and program management tools

Responsibilities

  • Own sourcing strategy for Vehicle Accessories
  • Define supplier selection strategy including sourcing models and make/buy decisions
  • Influence alignment on supplier capabilities and cost targets with Engineering and Design
  • Lead negotiations on pricing, tooling, and warranty terms
  • Manage Accessories-related agreements and ensure compliance with Lucid policies
  • Partner for quality assurance and meet branding expectations with suppliers
  • Oversee lifecycle management from development to series production

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability coverage
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Participation in equity program and/or discretionary cash incentive program
Full Job Description
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. Key Responsibilities Accessories Sourcing & Strategy • 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 Commercial & Supplier Ownership • 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 Development, Launch & Lifecycle Management • Partner with SQE and Engineering on 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 Cost, Performance & Risk Management • 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 Leadership & Cross-Functional Influence • 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 Qualifications • 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 Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors. Base Pay Range (Annual) $121,900-$167,640 USD 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; and a 401(k) retirement plan. 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.

About Lucid Motors

Lucid Motors is an American electric vehicle manufacturer that designs and produces luxury electric cars. The company's flagship vehicle, the Lucid Air, is a high-performance electric sedan that is designed to compete with other luxury electric vehicles such as the Tesla Model S. The Lucid Air is expected to have a range of over 500 miles on a single charge and will be available in several different configurations. The company was founded in 2007 by Bernard Tse and Sam Weng and is headquartered in Newark, California.
Learn more about Lucid Motors
Size
2,000 employees
Market Cap
$10.7 billion
Industry
Founded
2007
NASDAQ

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