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Director, Procurement- Chassis, Body Structures, & Raw Materials
Irvine, United States
About Us:
As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.
Role Summary:
vehicle industry.
Pay Disclosure:
Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment.
Company Statements:
Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.
Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.
Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.
Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.
Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.
As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.
Rivian is seeking a Director of Procurement to lead the Chassis, Body Structures, and Raw
Materials categories, covering Body-in-white, closures, chassis dynamics, chassis structures
and metals, liquids and resins. This role is responsible for developing and executing sourcing
strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective delivery
of components and materials essential for Rivian vehicle programs. The successful candidate
will be a strategic leader with a deep understanding of the automotive supply chain, particularly
in EV components and raw materials. Partnering with cross-functional leadership, the candidate
will be responsible for bringing the next generation or Rivian vehicles to reality in Illinois and our
new facility under construction in Georgia!
Responsibilities:
Materials categories, covering Body-in-white, closures, chassis dynamics, chassis structures
and metals, liquids and resins. This role is responsible for developing and executing sourcing
strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective delivery
of components and materials essential for Rivian vehicle programs. The successful candidate
will be a strategic leader with a deep understanding of the automotive supply chain, particularly
in EV components and raw materials. Partnering with cross-functional leadership, the candidate
will be responsible for bringing the next generation or Rivian vehicles to reality in Illinois and our
new facility under construction in Georgia!
- Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies for chassis, body, structures,
and raw materials, aligning with Rivian's overall product roadmap and business
objectives.- Lead supplier identification, evaluation, selection, and negotiation processes to secure
- Manage and cultivate strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering collaboration and
- Oversee contract management, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions and
- Drive cost reduction initiatives through strategic sourcing, value engineering, and
- Collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure
- Monitor market trends, raw material pricing, and supplier performance to proactively
- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of procurement professionals.
- Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policies, ethical standards, and
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, with a significant
vehicle industry.
- Proven track record of developing and executing successful sourcing strategies and
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Deep understanding of automotive manufacturing processes and supply chain
Salary Range for California Based Applicants: $150,000 - $215,500 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law)
Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment.
Equal Opportunity
Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at candidateaccommodations@rivian.com.
Candidate Data Privacy
Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.
Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.
Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.
Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.
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