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.
The Sr. Manager Outbound Finished Goods opportunity will be responsible for all aspects of finished outbound vehicle shipping execution. This leadership position requires an experienced professional with the ability to program manage all logistics requirements for vehicle distribution both domestically and internationally. The successful candidate will have spent considerable time launching new plants and/or new products in an automotive manufacturing environment, experience with EV vehicles preferred. The position requires partnership with Sales, Production Control, Field Service, Quality, Manufacturing, Facilities, IT, Packaging, Engineering, Finance, Trade Compliance, Program Mgt., Indirect Procurement, Regulatory Affairs and our carrier base. The ideal candidate will exhibit a can-do attitude and approach the opportunity with determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
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You Will:
Direct all outbound finished vehicle logistics operations, including transportation, exception management, damage measurement and claims, data analytics, and trade compliance for a worldwide outbound automotive supply chainDefine 3PL, asset owner, and carrier strategy to scale operations while optimizing costOversee outbound finished vehicle yard management process at the plantPrepare and manage the department budget, capital and corporate expenses related to finished vehicle logistics, cost forecasting, and act as key stakeholder in negotiation of logistics purchasing contractsDrive a corporate cross-functional consensus behind a shared vision of finished vehicle logistics and distributionDrive planning for adequate carrier capacity and storage space to keep pace with volume growthDirect the teams responsible for execution for delivery of services to the end customerDrive company compliance with logistics processes and global trade regulationsManage project logistics as directed (show or prototype cars, VIP shipments, etc.)Develop and automate metrics KPIs reflecting department spendDrive site specific requirements at port(s), rail yard(s), hubs, etc. to support the most efficient logistics operations possibleDefine and develop Finished Vehicle logistics solutions that optimize speed, cost and qualityParticipate in carrier management processes, such as selection, qualification, SOW and performance evaluationRecruit and build a high-performing Outbound Finished Vehicle TeamYou Bring:
8+ years relevant experience with automotive logistics, transportation, and global trade process and procedures, preferably in a high-volume environment 4+ years of related automotive industry experience and LEAN manufacturing4+ years direct leadership experienceStrong knowledge of multi-modal logistics pricing models (air, rail, truck, ocean, customs brokerage)Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with success in working across organizations at all levels.Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects, effective project planning in terms of resources, strategies, cost, and time with ability to meet project timelines.Strong computer proficiency in MS Office applications and SAP experienceExperience with TMS and YMS software applications
Education Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics or Engineering required. LEAN, GK, or Six Sigma Certifications a plus