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.
This key position will lead logistics transportation procurement within our sourcing team, managing crucial supplier relationships and defining category strategies. You'll oversee the negotiation of logistics agreements and contractual activities while working in our dynamic startup environment. Success requires navigating ambiguity, developing innovative processes, and communicating effectively across organizational boundaries.
You Will:
Lead end-to-end logistics spend management for inbound and outbound transportation
Develop and execute comprehensive transportation sourcing strategies across all freight modes (Air, Ocean, Trucking, Parcel, Final Mile)
Build and maintain strategic partnerships with carriers and freight forwarders at all levels
Negotiate and finalize NDAs, Master Service Agreements, Statements of Work, and other contractual documents
Create total cost of ownership (TCO) models and implement transparent supplier relationship management practices
Serve as primary point of contact for all commercial matters, providing internal status reporting on sourcing, availability, and costs
Identify and implement continuous cost optimization opportunities through cross-functional collaboration
Partner with Supply Chain, Finance, Sales, and Service teams to deliver aggressive yet realistic cost projections
Conduct quarterly business reviews and carrier scorecard evaluations
Meet established targets for cost performance, quality, compliance, and on-time delivery
Limited travel ( You Bring:
Bachelor's degree required in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering, or Business (Master's degree preferred)
Generally requires 8+ years of experience in Logistics Procurement
Automotive industry experience in sourcing transportation services (Ocean, Air, LTL, Parcel, Truckload, Final Mile), warehousing services, and customs operations preferred
Demonstrated expertise with logistics operations, Transportation Management System, and eSourcing platforms
Proven negotiation skills for freight agreements with carriers and freight forwarders
Deep understanding of freight brokerage models, total cost modeling, and rate benchmarking
A track record of achieving results in fast-paced environments1
Self-motivated with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated experience in:
Program management, including critical thinking and multitasking
Leading within matrix organizational structures
Using market intelligence to drive benchmarking and cost validation
Drafting and negotiating service agreements and RFP documentation
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