--- title: 'Material Planning Manager at Lucid Motors' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/material-planning-manager-lucid-motors-phoenix-a5zc3haxve15' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-30' --- # Material Planning Manager at Lucid Motors - **Company:** Lucid Motors - **Location:** Phoenix, AZ - **Posted:** 2026-10-29 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-30 - **Apply:** https://lucidmotors.com/careers/search/5232691007?gh_jid=5232691007 ## Job description ## 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. ## About the Team The Material Planning team plays a critical role in ensuring Lucid’s manufacturing operations have the parts and materials needed to support serial production. This team partners closely with Purchasing, Logistics, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, and a global supplier network to protect production continuity and improve supplier delivery performance. What makes this team unique is its direct connection to daily production execution, long-term supply readiness, and cross-functional decision-making across more than 200 Tier 1 suppliers and thousands of parts and components. ## About the Role Lucid is seeking a Manager, Material Planning to lead the Material Planning team based at Lucid’s manufacturing facility in Phoenix, AZ. This role reports to a senior supply chain or materials leadership manager and exists to ensure production build requirements are supported through strong material availability, supplier execution, and MRP discipline. The Manager will close gaps in supplier performance, material readiness, inventory accuracy, and cross-functional escalation management as Lucid continues to scale production. In the first 12 months, this leader will own improvements in On-Time, In-Full performance, supplier delivery metrics, team operating standards, and communication routines that give the business clear visibility to material risk. A strong candidate will gain the opportunity to lead material planning at the intersection of luxury electric vehicle production, global supply continuity, and high-volume manufacturing execution. ## What You Own - Material Availability: Lead the Material Planning team to ensure parts and materials required for serial production are available in full and on time. - MRP Execution: Own MRP operating discipline and ensure Lucid’s production build requirements are accurately communicated to a global supplier network. - Supplier Performance: Drive supplier issue resolution and delivery recovery plans to improve On-Time, In-Full performance across critical materials. - Cross-Functional Alignment: Partner with Purchasing, Logistics, Manufacturing, and Supplier Quality to resolve material constraints and protect production continuity. - Executive Visibility: Use data to create clear, accurate communications that help leadership understand risk, progress, and required decisions. - Continuous Improvement: Develop and implement projects that improve OTIF, reduce inventory levels, shorten lead times, and strengthen material planning processes. - Team Standards: Build and develop a high-performing team with clear expectations, accountability, and a commitment to operational excellence. ## What You Bring ## Requirements - Bachelor’s + 5+ years of relevant experience, or 9+ years of equivalent direct experience in a related field. - 8 years of material planning experience in an automotive or high-volume manufacturing environment. - 5 years of people leadership or management experience. - Deep understanding of MRP processes, supplier delivery management, and production material readiness. - Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform the essential duties of the position, including understanding work instructions, safety procedures, and job-related communications. ## Preferred Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Engineering, Business, or a related field. - Experience with automotive manufacturing processes, PPAP, product launches, and quality principles. - Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SAP, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent program management tools. - Strong analytical, communication, problem-solving, and supplier relationship management skills. - Experience developing supplier performance metrics and leading cross-functional improvement initiatives. Physical Requirements Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform the essential duties of the position, including understanding work instructions, safety procedures, and job-related communications. This role may require standing, walking, sitting, using a computer, attending meetings in office and production environments, and wearing required PPE when entering designated manufacturing areas. Work Requirement This role is fully onsite at Lucid’s manufacturing facility in Casa Grande, AZ or Phoenix, AZ. Daily in-person presence is required. At Lucid, we don’t just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations. Compensation & Benefits: Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive [benefits package](https://mylucidbenefits.com/) including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays, paid sick leave; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Hourly/non-exempt employees accrue up to 120 hours paid time off, and salaried/exempt employee accrue up to 160 hours paid time off.  Eligible employees may also participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual cash incentive program. Incentive and equity awards, if applicable, are determined based on individual performance, role scope, market considerations, and overall company results, in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans. Equal Opportunity: At Lucid, we believe diversity strengthens everything we build. Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal laws and regulations. Accessibility: Lucid Motors is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need any accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at TA-Operations <@> lucidmotors.com. This email address is designated solely for accommodation requests and is not monitored for job applications or resume submissions. To be considered for employment, all applications must be submitted through the Lucid Motors Careers website. Candidate Data Privacy: By submitting your application, you understand and agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our [Candidate Privacy Notice](https://lucidmotors.com/media/document/candidate-privacy-notice.pdf). To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Lucid Motors. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. ## About Lucid Motors ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Lucid Motors designs and manufactures luxury electric vehicles (EVs) using proprietary technology to achieve industry-leading range, performance, and efficiency. - **Entity Type**: Public (Ticker: LCID) - **Headquarters**: Newark, California, USA (Silicon Valley) - **Founded**: 2016 - **Founders**: Bernard Tse (former Tesla board member) and Sam Weng (former Oracle executive); current CEO and CTO is Peter Rawlinson (former Chief Engineer of the Tesla Model S). ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Automotive (Electric Vehicles), Clean Technology, Manufacturing - **Target customers**: Luxury consumers (B2C) seeking high-performance, long-range electric sedans and SUVs; also developing robotaxi partnerships (B2B with Uber and Nuro). - **Mission or purpose statement**: “To inspire the adoption of sustainable energy by creating the most captivating electric vehicles, centered around the human experience.” [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company) ## Products & Services - **Lucid Air**: A luxury all-electric sedan known for having the longest range of any EV on the market (up to 516 miles EPA estimated). Multiple trims including Grand Touring, Touring, and the high-performance Air Sapphire (one of the quickest production vehicles ever made). [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company) - **Lucid Gravity**: The company’s first luxury electric SUV, launched in 2024, designed to combine the performance and range of the Air with SUV versatility. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company) - **Lucid Air Sapphire**: A tri-motor, ultra-high-performance variant of the Air sedan (1,234 hp, 0-60 mph in under 2 seconds). [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company) - **Battery & Powertrain Technology**: Proprietary EV drivetrain components (including miniaturized drive units and battery modules) that Lucid also supplies to other companies (e.g., supplying battery technology for an electric motorsport series). [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company) - **Robotaxi Platform**: Partnership with Uber and Nuro to launch a premium global robotaxi program using Lucid vehicles (announced 2025). [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers) ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Approximately $8–10 billion (fluctuating; as of mid-2025, market cap has varied between $7B–$12B depending on stock price). *Note: Check current NYSE ticker LCID for real-time data.* - **Key Metric**: Annual revenue (2024): ~$809 million (publicly reported in SEC filings). Total funding raised prior to going public via SPAC merger (2021) was over $4.4 billion. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Public Investment Fund (PIF) of Saudi Arabia (majority shareholder, ~60% ownership); Uber; Nuro; initial SPAC merger with Churchill Capital Corp IV. - **Growth Signals**: - Opened AMP-1 factory in Casa Grande, Arizona (first purpose-built greenfield EV factory in North America) with capacity scalable to 300,000 vehicles annually. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company) - Opened AMP-2 factory in Saudi Arabia (2023) – the country’s first high-tech EV manufacturing facility. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers) - Launched Lucid Gravity SUV (2024) and began European and Middle East deliveries (2025). - 2026 marks the company’s 10-year anniversary and preparation for revealing its next groundbreaking model. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers) - Partnership with Uber and Nuro for a robotaxi program signals expansion into autonomous mobility services. ## Competitive Advantages - **Industry-leading efficiency**: Lucid’s proprietary EV technology (miniaturized drive units, advanced battery pack design) enables the longest range per kWh of any production EV on the market. - **Vertical integration**: In-house design and manufacturing of motors, inverters, battery packs, and software, giving Lucid tight control over performance and cost. - **Silicon Valley engineering DNA**: Founded by former Tesla executives and staffed with top talent from Tesla, Apple, and other tech/auto companies; strong focus on software, AI, and ADAS development. - **Saudi Arabian backing**: Deep financial support from PIF provides a long-term capital runway that many EV startups lack, enabling large-scale factory investments. - **First-mover in luxury EV SUV segment**: The Lucid Gravity enters the luxury SUV market as a direct competitor to the Tesla Model X, Rivian R1S, and Mercedes EQS SUV, with a unique range and efficiency advantage. ## Strategic Focus - **Scaling production**: Ramping AMP-1 (Arizona) to full capacity and bringing AMP-2 (Saudi Arabia) online to meet global demand for Air and Gravity. - **Global expansion**: Launching in Europe and the Middle East (2025), with a focus on luxury markets. - **Autonomous driving**: Developing ADAS/autonomous driving technology (ADAS/AD division) and partnering with Uber/Nuro for robotaxi deployment. - **Next-generation platform**: Preparing to unveil a new model in 2026, likely a smaller, more affordable EV to broaden market reach. - **Sustainability**: Emphasis on efficiency as a core sustainability principle — “making the best possible use of the world’s resources” — and operating a factory powered by renewable energy. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company) ## Why Work Here - **Mission-driven impact**: Employees contribute to accelerating the adoption of sustainable energy through cutting-edge EV technology. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers) - **Engineering culture**: Described as “engineers and artists, visionaries and builders” — a fast-paced, innovation-first environment where engineers work on everything from battery chemistry to ADAS machine learning. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers/life-at-lucid) - **Growth trajectory**: Rapid scaling from a startup to a global manufacturer; employees have the opportunity to “make a significant — and immediate — contribution to the future of sustainable mobility.” [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/company) - **Work location & flexibility**: Key hubs in Newark, CA (Silicon Valley HQ); Casa Grande, AZ (manufacturing); Southfield, MI; and King Abdullah Economic City, Saudi Arabia. Roles range from on-site manufacturing to hybrid/remote for software engineering. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers) - **Comprehensive benefits**: Multiple medical/dental/vision plans, 401(k) with employer match, up to 8 weeks paid parental leave at 100% base pay, company-paid life/AD&D/disability, equity and bonus incentives, mental health support, and on-site wellness resources. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers/life-at-lucid) - **Employee-led culture**: Employee resource groups (ERGs) and communities that foster connection, diversity of thought, and inclusion. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers/life-at-lucid) - **Values-driven**: “One Team,” “Integrity in Action,” “Passion For Excellence,” “Act with Urgency,” “Ownership Mindset,” and “Breakthrough Innovation” are core principles. [lucidmotors.com](https://lucidmotors.com/careers/life-at-lucid) ## Sources 1. [lucidmotors.com – Company page](https://lucidmotors.com/company) 2. [lucidmotors.com – Careers page](https://lucidmotors.com/careers) 3. [lucidmotors.com – Life at Lucid](https://lucidmotors.com/careers/life-at-lucid) 4. [lucidmotors.com – Homepage](https://lucidmotors.com/) 5. 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