This position will focus on logistics purchasing and be on a team of sourcing professionals owning supplier and partner relationships, defining the category and supply base strategy, management and negotiation of Logistics Statement of Works, carrier contracts, Master Service Agreements and related contractual execution activities. An ideal candidate will have ambition to grow within Lucid. You must be a high energy, impactful individual with a demonstrated ability to succeed in a demanding and stressful environment of a startup. Demonstrated ability to navigate through ambiguities, undefined processes, evaluation of alternatives, growth mindset, and superior communications to lead cross-functional organizations through sourcing activities will be required. 

You Will:

• Lead and manage the Logistics Sourcing category and own the engagements at all levels with carriers, suppliers and partners.
• Negotiate and gain agreement to Statements of Work, Master Service Agreements, NDA and other contracts with carriers and freight forwarders.
• Identify cost optimization opportunities by facilitating internal and partner team collaboration to achieve year-over-year improvements.
• Partner with the Logistics Supply Chain, Finance and Sales and Service teams to deliver the most aggressive and closest-to-the-pin costing and budget (capex) projections, with the ability to standup under scrutiny while balancing both cost and performance.
• Host QBR and carrier scorecard reviews and work with carriers on a range of topics including operations, invoicing, performance concerns, purchase orders, cost savings, etc.
• Achieve established commitments on total cost results, supply, quality, claims and compliance adherence, and on-time delivery.
• Travel 0-5% to visit suppliers to perform business and program reviews

You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering or Business is required. Master’s degree is a plus.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Logistics Purchasing preferably with an automotive OEM managing multiple global customer segments such as Tier 1 suppliers, Retail, Service Parts, prototypes, capital equipment, etc.
• Direct automotive experience sourcing Transportation services (Ocean, Air, LTL, Parcel, Truckload, Final Mile), Warehousing services and Customs preferred.
• Knowledge of operational experience within Logistics & Distribution and eSourcing tool.
• Extensive knowledge of transportation carriers and freight forwarders.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications: Excel, Word & Powerpoint.
• Fluent verbal and written communication in English.

Demonstrated Experience in:

• Program management including critical thinking, strong written and verbal communications, and ability to lead within a matrixed team.
• Using market intelligence and trends to drive robust benchmarking and cost validation processes.
• Ability to draft a statement of work, master services agreement, RFP packet and negotiate contract terms and contract management.