Finance Business Partner – Product Costing

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.

Job Summary

We are looking for FBP, Product Costing to support Supply Chain operations, to deliver accurate, data-based information and analysis. The focus of the role is to provide a high degree of financial transparency and business modeling across the company and facilitate business decision coordination with all departments.

If you are detail-oriented, proactive and enjoy a challenge then we want to talk with you!

Responsibilities

• Planning, Target Setting & Cost Modeling
• Define and track material cost targets, including vendor tooling and supplier risk
• Establish commodity / part-level cost targets aligned with the business plan
• Ensure accuracy and governance of Bill of Materials (BoM) structure and costing
• Manage BoM tracking to ensure structure accuracy and sourcing alignment
• Maintain vehicle / model-level cost targets based on volume mix
• Develop and validate cost models, incorporating raw material, weight, sourcing, and engineering/design changes

• Financial Reporting & Variance Analysis
• Prepare monthly financial reports (Actual vs Budget vs Forecast)
• Perform variance analysis and provide root cause insights
• Consolidate and reconcile financial data across planning cycles

• Investment Analysis & Business Case Development
• Develop ROI / NPV analysis for supplier investments and cost optimization initiatives
• Build profitability models, including payback period and return metrics
• Support senior management decision-making through structured financial evaluations

• Cost Optimization & Benchmarking
• Conduct benchmarking studies to evaluate cost competitiveness
• Support cost reduction initiatives (e.g., TVM, Change Control)
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements

• Business Partnering & Decision Support
• Partner with Sourcing, Engineering, and Operations teams
• Support material demand planning and sourcing strategies
• Provide financial insights, analysis, and recommendations for key decisions
  

Required Skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated effective written, interpersonal and oral communication skills
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting or related field
• Master’s degree in business administration (MBA) – preferred
• At least 10 years’ relevant experience
• Proven technical, quantitative and critical-thinking skills, high level of independent judgment, initiative and creativity to identify and clearly communicate key performance drivers to management
• Ability to manage multiple projects and assignments with a high degree of autonomy and accountability for results
• Established ability using Microsoft Office software with a high proficiency with Excel
• Finance analyst experience at an Automotive OEM or Tier 1 Supplier – a huge plus!
  
  

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; and a 401(k) retirement plan. 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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