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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. \nWe 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.\nAbout the Team \nThe Material Planning team plays a critical role in ensuring Lucid’s manufacturing operations have the parts and materials needed to support serial production. This team partners closely with Purchasing, Logistics, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, and a global supplier network to protect production continuity and improve supplier delivery performance. What makes this team unique is its direct connection to daily production execution, long-term supply readiness, and cross-functional decision-making across more than 200 Tier 1 suppliers and thousands of parts and components. \nAbout the Role\nLucid is seeking a Manager, Material Planning to lead the Material Planning team based at Lucid’s manufacturing facility in Phoenix, AZ. This role reports to a senior supply chain or materials leadership manager and exists to ensure production build requirements are supported through strong material availability, supplier execution, and MRP discipline. The Manager will close gaps in supplier performance, material readiness, inventory accuracy, and cross-functional escalation management as Lucid continues to scale production. In the first 12 months, this leader will own improvements in On-Time, In-Full performance, supplier delivery metrics, team operating standards, and communication routines that give the business clear visibility to material risk. A strong candidate will gain the opportunity to lead material planning at the intersection of luxury electric vehicle production, global supply continuity, and high-volume manufacturing execution. \nWhat You Own \nMaterial Availability: Lead the Material Planning team to ensure parts and materials required for serial production are available in full and on time. \nMRP Execution: Own MRP operating discipline and ensure Lucid’s production build requirements are accurately communicated to a global supplier network. \nSupplier Performance: Drive supplier issue resolution and delivery recovery plans to improve On-Time, In-Full performance across critical materials. \nCross-Functional Alignment: Partner with Purchasing, Logistics, Manufacturing, and Supplier Quality to resolve material constraints and protect production continuity. \nExecutive Visibility: Use data to create clear, accurate communications that help leadership understand risk, progress, and required decisions. \nContinuous Improvement: Develop and implement projects that improve OTIF, reduce inventory levels, shorten lead times, and strengthen material planning processes. \nTeam Standards: Build and develop a high-performing team with clear expectations, accountability, and a commitment to operational excellence. \nWhat You Bring\nRequirements\nBachelor’s + 5+ years of relevant experience, or 9+ years of equivalent direct experience in a related field.\n8 years of material planning experience in an automotive or high-volume manufacturing environment. \n5 years of people leadership or management experience. \nDeep understanding of MRP processes, supplier delivery management, and production material readiness. \nAbility 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. \nPreferred Qualifications \nBachelor’s degree in supply chain, Engineering, Business, or a related field. \nExperience with automotive manufacturing processes, PPAP, product launches, and quality principles. \nAdvanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SAP, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent program management tools. \nStrong analytical, communication, problem-solving, and supplier relationship management skills. \nExperience developing supplier performance metrics and leading cross-functional improvement initiatives. \nPhysical Requirements \nAbility 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. \nWork Requirement \nThis role is fully onsite at Lucid’s manufacturing facility in Casa Grande, AZ or Phoenix, AZ. Daily in-person presence is required. \nAt 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.\nCompensation& 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. \nEqual 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. \nAccessibility: 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.\nCandidate Data Privacy: By submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Notice. \nTo all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Lucid Motors. 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