Sr. Manager, In-plant Logistics Operations

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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.

The Sr. Manager - In-plant Logistics Operations is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end execution of in-plant logistics activities, from truck park area to dock / internal WH / External WH / Market place and manufacturing lineside locations. This position handles warehouse and packaging operations (management of returnable and overseeing packaging related quality issues), smooth dock management and ensures seamless delivery of parts to manufacturing productions without any loss of production target. This leadership role ensures lean storage and movement of goods with the highest standards of safety, service and compliance.

The ideal candidate brings strategic thinking, digital transformation mindset, strong team-building skills and excellent communication capabilities across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily logistics operations across transportation, warehousing, and distribution functions.
• Develop and implement logistics strategies to optimize service levels, reduce costs, and support business growth.
• Oversee logistics planning for inbound, outbound, and reverse logistics of returnable containers, ensuring timely and accurate material flow to meet takt time.
• Manage 3PL relationships, contracts, and performance metrics; conduct regular reviews and negotiations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, production, planning, and customer service to align logistics activities.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, transportation cost per unit, inventory accuracy, and warehouse productivity.
• Ensure full compliance with regulations, safety and environmental standards related to logistics operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies.
• Implement digital tools and analytics to enhance logistics visibility, planning, and decision-making.
• Lead and develop a high-performing logistics team, including managers, analysts, and warehouse/transport supervisors.
• Support new product launches, warehouse expansions, and supply chain transformation projects.

People Management

• Manage, coach and develop a high performing team that meets objectives and delivers best-practice results and continuous improvements.
• Set departmental objectives/KPIs and review ongoing performance of direct reports.
• Monitor and ensure accurate material schedules to get the right materials on site at the right time.
• Operate in accordance with health, safety and environmental policies to ensure safety and wellbeing of self, staff and visitors.

Financial Budget and Control

• Input and hold responsibility for Material Planning budgets.

Relationship Management

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to forecast, plan and facilitate on-time materials to the production line, avoiding disruption.
• Lead internal and external relationships to ensure timely and effective communication regarding material availability.
• Work with cross-functional teams to deliver effective solutions.
• Liaise with stakeholders on product change requests and review the impact on material planning and schedules.
• Support new business initiatives and projects and contribute to review meetings and change processes. Ensure effective material planning implementation for changes.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with suppliers and ensure demand for materials is met and deliveries are on time.
• Design, develop and implement processes and work with suppliers on continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to supplier assessment and sourcing with purchasing team.
• Contribute to supplier meetings and negotiations to ensure demand for materials is met.
• Resolve supplier concerns and evaluate supplier performance with purchasing team.
• Work closely with the purchasing team to maximize purchasing strategies.
• Demonstrate deep understanding of logistics, transportation, warehouse operations, inventory management and people management skills.
• Exhibit strong leadership, strategic thinking, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Possess a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field; Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in logistics, distribution, or supply chain operations; at least 5 years in a managerial or senior leadership role in logistics.
• Experience in managing large teams and complex distribution networks.

Additional Compensation and Benefits

Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. Eligible for Lucid's equity program and/or discretionary annual incentive program, subject to program rules. (Cash or equity incentive awards depend on individual and company performance.)

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