Staff Global Supply Manager, HV-PCBA

Our client is currently seeking a Senior Global Supply Manager for PCBA to manage global sourcing for all assigned commodities and work supporting various vehicle systems, maintain the component timelines, and assist with purchasing throughout the company.

You Will

• Collaborate with Engineering, Supplier Quality, NPI, PM to identify and source potential Contract Manufacturers with right qualifications to meet Lucid’s expectations and timelines
• Create RFQs, review, analyze, and clarify quotations from suppliers and develop sound sourcing and business recommendations balancing cost, quality, lead-time and technical considerations
• Thoroughly negotiate favorable contracts including parts pricing, tooling costs and Engineering Services (NRE / EDT), NDAs, MSAs.
• Work with suppliers and Engineering to release parts into production and issue POs for Prototype Parts and Prototype/Production Tooling
• Be responsible for Driving and Tracking all supplier responsible ECRs, and Clear To Builds
• Manage supplier development and tooling timelines, part availability for prototype builds/start of production and develop solutions to delays or problems that arise
• Maintain overall supplier relationships and act as point of contact for all commercial issues, including internal report-outs summarizing sourcing status, parts availability and cost status
• Perform supplier assessments, audits and site inspections; develop process improvement plans and drive implementation; monitor and maintain performance metrics
• Travel 15-25% to visit suppliers to perform business and program reviews

You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain or Finance discipline required; Masters preferred, Equivalent work experience may be considered in Lieu of degree.
• 8+ years minimum Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Engineering experience in PCBA manufacturing, including knowledge of SMT, THT, assembly techniques, and enclosures.
• Experience in various testing methods used to ensure the functionality and reliability of PCBAs, such as Automated Optical Inspection (AOI), X-ray inspection, In-Circuit Test (ICT), and Functional Testing (FCT).
• Good understanding of EE components such as actives and passives (Connectors, actives (MCUs, PMIC, FPGA, etc) , passives (e.g AC-DC, DC-DC, transformers, magnetics, contactors, power semiconductors)
• Understanding of design and experience in sourcing for PCBAs with Contract Manufacturers for various ECUs across Lucid vehicles.
• Understanding in manufacturing processes supporting electrical distribution systems and assembly.
• Product launch experience preferred.
• Open-minded self-starter with the ability to adapt, improvise and problem solve, as well as work independently on multiple tasks or projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a high degree of resilience to deal with urgent requests, and minimal information.  Works well with various teams.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills. Passion for results, strategy, and hands on execution. Creative, calculated risk taker with the ability to manage complex suppliers and resolve disputes while preserving relationships with suppliers and internal staff.
• Strong written and verbal skills as well as organizational and program management capabilities.
• Proficient in Excel, Power Point, Word, JIRA, Confluence, ERP systems (SAP or equivalent)
• Ability to mitigate unforeseen problems creatively and effectively.