Lucid is the new generation of EV. Our relentless focus on innovation, luxury, and sustainability drives us into a reality where you no longer have to choose between doing great things, doing the right thing, and doing everything with the highest regard for efficiency and design. There were luxury cars, then EVs, now there’s Lucid.
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.
We are currently seeking a Purchase Associate. The Purchasing Associate manages global and local sourcing for all assigned commodities and work from the Global Supply Managers supporting various vehicle systems, maintain the component timelines, and assist with purchasing throughout the company.
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Responsibility
Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.Negotiate pricing with vendors and suppliers.Create RFQ for required services or items.Monitor and analyze market trends to identify cost savings opportunities.Source and evaluate potential suppliers.Follow the procurement policies and procedures.Prepare and issue purchase requisitions and purchase orders.Track and monitor orders to ensure timely delivery.Manage inventory levels and stock availability.Raise vendor and supplier issues to the management.Monitor supplier performance.Maintain accurate records of purchases and pricing.Analyze and report on procurement activities.Requirements
Bachelor’s degree, technical, supply chain or finance discipline preferredOpen-minded self-starter with the ability to adapt, improvise and problem solve, as well as work independently on multiple tasks or projects Strong interpersonal skills with a high degree of resilience to deal with urgent requests, and minimal information. Works well with various teams Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem solving skills. Passion for results, strategy, and hands on execution. Creative, calculated risk taker with the ability to manage difficult suppliers and resolve disputes while preserving relationships with suppliers and internal staff Strong written and verbal skills as well as organizational and program management capabilitiesProficient in Excel, Project, Power Point, Word, ERP systems (SAP or equivalent)Ability to mitigate unforeseen problems creatively and effectively