Sr. Global Supply Manager - Packaging

Sr. Global Supply Manager – Packaging

A bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering is required.
5+ years of experience in Packaging Purchasing, preferably with an automotive OEM managing multiple global customer segments such as Tier 1 suppliers, Retail, Service Parts, prototypes, capital equipment, etc., in a global setting.
Extensive knowledge of packaging materials, returnable packaging manufacturers, and material vendors.
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.
Experience using market intelligence and trends to drive robust benchmarking and cost validation processes.
Experience drafting a statement of work, master services agreement, RFQ package, and negotiating contract terms, warranty claims, and contract management.

Lead and manage the Packaging Sourcing category and own the engagements at all levels with vendors and related partners.
Utilize expertise in packaging sourcing, project management, prototype packaging, and service parts packaging.
Identify cost optimization opportunities by facilitating internal and partner team collaboration to achieve year-over-year cost and timing improvements.
Partner with the Packaging Engineering and Material Flow teams to deliver the most aggressive and closest-to-the-pin costing and budget (capex) projections.
Develop should cost model for expendable and returnable packaging.
Host QBR and vendor scorecard reviews and work with partners on a range of topics, including operations, invoicing, performance concerns, purchase orders, cost savings, etc.
Seek and develop new vendors, technologies, and materials to keep Lucid at the forefront of packaging technology.
Achieve established commitments on total cost results, supply, quality, warranty claims, compliance adherence, and on-time delivery.