Material Planning Manager - Launch & Powertrain

Full-time

Lucid Motors

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.
About The Team
The Material Planning team plays a critical role in ensuring Lucid’s manufacturing operations have the parts and materials needed to support serial production and new program launches. This includes dedicated planning coverage for powertrain commodities. The team partners closely with Purchasing, Logistics, Manufacturing, Engineering, Program Management, Supplier Quality, and a global supplier network to protect production continuity, support launch readiness, and improve supplier delivery performance. What makes this team unique is its direct connection to daily production execution, new product launch, long-term supply readiness, and cross-functional decision-making across more than 200 Tier 1 suppliers and thousands of parts and components. 
About The Role
Lucid is seeking a Manager, Material Planning Launch & Powertrain Planning to lead material planning for new program launches and to oversee the powertrain planning team, based at Lucid’s manufacturing facility in Casa Grande, AZ or Phoenix, AZ. This role reports to a senior supply chain or materials leadership manager and exists to ensure both new-launch and serial production build requirements are supported through strong material availability, supplier execution, engineering change control, and MRP discipline. The Manager will lead material readiness for pre-series and launch builds, manage the transition from launch to steady-state production, and direct powertrain planning to protect the supply of critical drivetrain components. This leader will close gaps in supplier performance, material readiness, inventory accuracy, and cross-functional escalation management as Lucid continues to scale production and introduce new programs. In the first 12 months, this leader will own improvements in On-Time, In the first 12 months, this leader will own on-time launch material readiness, improvements in On-Time, In-Full performance, powertrain supply continuity, supplier delivery metrics, team operating standards, and communication routines that give the business clear visibility to material and launch risk. A strong candidate will gain the opportunity to lead material planning at the intersection of luxury electric vehicle production, new product launch, powertrain supply, global supply continuity, and high-volume manufacturing execution. 
What You Own
Launch & New Program Readiness: Lead material planning for pre-series, launch, and ramp builds; drive on-time material availability for new programs and manage the controlled transition from launch to steady-state serial production. 
Powertrain Planning Oversight: Direct the powertrain planning team to secure the supply of electric drive units, motors, inverters, gearboxes, and related high-voltage components, ensuring capacity, delivery, and inventory align to build demand. 
Material Availability: Lead the Material Planning team to ensure parts and materials required for launch and serial production are available in full and on time. 
MRP Execution: Own MRP operating discipline and ensure Lucid’s production and launch build requirements are accurately communicated to a global supplier network.
Engineering Change Management: Manage the material impact of engineering changes, running changes, and phase-in / phase-out activity to avoid line-down risk, obsolescence, and excess inventory.
Supplier Performance: Drive supplier issue resolution and delivery recovery plans to improve On-Time, In-Full performance across critical materials, including long-lead powertrain commodities.
Cross-Functional Alignment: Partner with Purchasing, Logistics, Manufacturing, Engineering, Program Management, and Supplier Quality to resolve material constraints and protect production and launch continuity.
Executive Visibility: Use data to create clear, accurate communications that help leadership understand launch risk, powertrain supply risk, progress, and required decisions.
Continuous Improvement: Develop and implement projects that improve OTIF, reduce inventory levels, shorten lead times, and strengthen launch and material planning processes.
Team Standards: Build and develop a high-performing team across launch and powertrain planning with clear expectations, accountability, and a commitment to operational excellence.
What You Bring
High school diploma or GED.
10 years of material planning experience in an automotive or high-volume manufacturing environment.
5 years of people leadership or management experience.
Deep understanding of MRP processes, supplier delivery management, and production material readiness.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform the essential duties of the position, including understanding work instructions, safety procedures, and job-related communications.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Experience with automotive manufacturing processes, PPAP, product launches, and quality principles.
Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SAP, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent program management tools.
Strong analytical, communication, problem-solving, and supplier relationship management skills.
Experience developing supplier performance metrics and leading cross-functional improvement initiatives.
Physical Requirements
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform the essential duties of the position, including understanding work instructions, safety procedures, and job-related communications. This role may require standing, walking, sitting, using a computer, attending meetings in office and production environments, and wearing required PPE when entering designated manufacturing areas.
Work Requirement
This role is fully onsite at Lucid’s manufacturing facility in Casa Grande, AZ or Phoenix, AZ. Daily in-person presence is required.
At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.
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.
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.
Accessibility: Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at TA-Operations lucidmotors.com. This email address is designated solely for accommodation requests and is not monitored for job applications or resume submissions. To be considered for employment, all applications must be submitted through the Lucid Motors Careers website.
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