Associate Material Planner
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 3, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 2, 2026. Lucid Motors scores B on the Alion truth index.
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.
Position Overview
The Associate Material Planner supports material flow and warehouse operations to ensure timely and accurate movement of material from receiving and storage to line-side delivery. The role supports inventory accuracy, material availability, system transactions, storage optimization, and adherence to defined logistics processes. The position works with Production, Quality, Procurement, Planning, suppliers, and warehouse teams to address day-to-day material flow issues and support continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Support daily material flow activities across receiving, storage, inventory control, and line-side material delivery.
- Monitor material availability and coordinate actions to support production requirements.
- Support storage methods for sheet metal, stamped components, and critical parts in line with defined warehouse standards.
- Apply FIFO, zoning, slotting, and other lean logistics practices to support efficient material flow and space utilization.
- Support inbound receiving activities, including unloading coordination, inspection, goods receipt, and GRN processing.
- Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to support JIT deliveries aligned with production schedules.
- Maintain accurate inventory transactions and records in SAP/WMS and support reconciliation of inventory variances.
- Support inventory audits and corrective actions to improve data accuracy and reduce transaction or booking gaps.
- Support incoming quality verification, rejection handling, segregation of non-conforming materials, and disposal activities according to defined processes.
- Monitor and report operational KPIs including put-away accuracy, inventory accuracy, GRN turnaround time, and storage utilization.
- Identify material flow and warehouse process gaps and support continuous-improvement actions.
- Follow applicable SOPs, safety requirements, system controls, and audit requirements.
- Collaborate with Production, Quality, Procurement, Planning, suppliers, and warehouse stakeholders to resolve operational material flow issues.
Skills
- Working knowledge of material flow, warehouse operations, receiving, storage, and inventory control.
- Knowledge of storage and material-handling requirements for automotive components, including sheet metal, stamped parts, and critical items.
- Working knowledge of SAP/WMS transactions and inventory-control processes.
- Understanding of lean logistics principles such as FIFO, JIT, Kanban, zoning, and slotting.
- Ability to monitor operational KPIs, analyze routine issues, and support structured problem solving.
- Good coordination and communication skills with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Ability to follow defined procedures, maintain accurate records, and support audit and compliance requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related
field.
- 1-2 years of relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, material flow, warehouse operations,
or inventory control.
- Automotive OEM or manufacturing logistics experience is preferred.
- Exposure to inventory accuracy programs, warehouse audits, SAP/WMS, or material-flow
processes is preferred.
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, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off. 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.
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