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 seeking an experienced and strategic Category Manager to lead the Engineering and Should Cost Program services. This position is critical in driving cost-effective procurement strategies for engineering-related products, services, and solutions. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of engineering categories and cost management and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in the development and execution of cost optimization strategies.

The Category Manager will work closely with the engineering, finance, and procurement teams to identify cost-saving opportunities, implement should cost models, and ensure that all sourcing activities align with the company's overall business objectives.

YOU WILL:

Strategic Procurement (80%):

• Category Strategy Development:
• Lead the development and execution of category strategies for engineering products, services, and software tools.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand engineering requirements and create sourcing strategies that optimize both cost and quality.
• Provide insight and data-driven recommendations to engineering teams for cost-effective design, manufacturing, and procurement decisions.
• Identify, qualify, and manage relationships with suppliers and vendors in the engineering category.
• Negotiate long-term contracts, agreements, and pricing terms with suppliers to secure cost-effective solutions.
• Monitor supplier performance, ensuring quality standards, delivery schedules, and cost targets are consistently met.
• Address and resolve supplier issues related to quality, delivery, and cost in a proactive manner.
• Work closely with engineering, finance, legal, and supply chain teams to ensure alignment of category and sourcing strategies with overall company goals.
• Support the engineering team with strategic sourcing decisions, ensuring the availability of the right tools and materials at the right cost.
• Partner with finance to establish budgets and forecasts for engineering categories, ensuring alignment with company financial goals.
• Transformational Leadership (20%):
• Lead transformational procurement projects aimed at enhancing procurement processes, leveraging technology, and driving organizational efficiency.
• Champion sustainability initiatives within the procurement function, promoting environmentally responsible sourcing practices and supplier diversity.
• Develop and implement change management strategies to support procurement transformation initiatives.

YOU BRING:

• Curiosity: This position will require building-from-scratch thinking in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in category management, procurement, or sourcing, with a focus on engineering products and services.
• Strong experience understanding Should Cost modeling, cost optimization, and procurement strategies in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of successfully managing cross-functional teams and driving cost reduction initiatives.
• In-depth knowledge of supply chain management, supplier negotiations, contract management, and cost analysis.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to apply data-driven insights to solve complex procurement challenges.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficient in procurement software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Ariba) and advanced Excel skills.

Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is specific to the locations listed below and is the range Lucid reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including job-related knowledge; skillset; experience, education and training; certifications; and other relevant business and organizational factors.

Additional Compensation and Benefits: Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs. (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)

Base Pay Range (Annual)

$136,100—$199,540 USD

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