Director, Manufacturing Business Office

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 Director, Business Office plays a pivotal role in the leadership and strategic oversight of Lucid Motors' Manufacturing Operations group. This position requires a seasoned executive with a strong background in operations management, capable of steering the organization through the dynamic landscape of the global automotive industry.

You Will:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Operations group, aligning efforts with the overall mission and vision of Lucid Motors.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a unified approach to manufacturing, logistics, engineering, design, human resources, and finance.
• Develop and implement key performance metrics for continuous evaluation of operational success.
• Establish governance structures to track performance across various stakeholders, fostering effective communication and problem-solving.
• Deploy agile teams and task forces to areas of high impact, optimizing performance and capitalizing on opportunities for improvement.
• Oversee resource planning, including personnel and financial aspects, to enhance operational efficiency.
• Identify and define key objectives, metrics, and performance indicators, implementing tracking mechanisms and data analytics for continuous improvement.
• Build and lead an operational excellence team focused on lean manufacturing, six sigma, and process enhancements across all operational areas.
• Ensure readiness for site expansions at critical stages, facilitating seamless delivery according to plans.
• Foster a close working relationship with technical, financial, and strategic functions to synchronize changes across the organization.
• Develop a deep understanding of the Lucid Air product, collaborating closely with engineering teams to stay informed about ongoing changes and advancements.
  
  

You Will:

• 15+ years of significant operations management and product experience in manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, or quality.
• Background in manufacturing finished automobiles within a world-class automotive OEM environment known for quality and luxury.
• Proven track record of leading large teams, achieving ambitious targets, and driving process improvement.
• Ability to thrive in a hands-on, start-up environment.
• Passionate about leading innovations in the electric vehicle sector.
• Exceptional IQ balanced with necessary EQ for effective team leadership.
• Visionary and strategic thinker with a forward-thinking style.
• An undergraduate degree in engineering is required, advanced degrees are viewed favorably.
  
  

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