Manager, Transportation Finance

About the Company

Lucid is dedicated to delivering exceptional mobility through innovative engineering and a commitment to sustainability. Leveraging proprietary vehicle architectures and software-driven designs, Lucid’s award-winning vehicles combine outstanding range, performance, and design to revolutionize automotive experiences. With global in-house design, engineering, and manufacturing, Lucid unites experts worldwide to push the limits of mobility innovation.

Role Overview

This role is focused on managing transportation finance activities, including freight and tariff cost planning, variance analysis, budgeting, and inventory valuation. The Manager will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive cost efficiency and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain inventory, freight, and duty costs for both inbound and outbound shipments.
• Coordinate with logistics and procurement to ensure day-to-day freight costs are accurate and optimized.
• Investigate cost deviations and recommend corrective measures.
• Support long-term planning, annual budgeting, and rolling forecasts by gathering and analyzing inputs from logistics and supply chain teams.
• Monitor budget adherence and identify potential overruns through key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Track and report variances related to inventory, inbound and outbound freight, and tariffs.
• Assist in root cause analysis of significant cost fluctuations and contribute to monthly plant performance reports tied to cost KPIs.
• Collaborate with New Product Development (NPD) and logistics to estimate landed costs for new products, prepare business cases, and monitor cost evolution throughout design phases.
• Maintain accurate costing data within the ERP system (SAP CO module), including setting up new product networks and routings.
• Conduct periodic audits of costing master data to ensure completeness and accuracy.

Qualifications

• 10 to 15 years of experience in product costing or plant finance roles within manufacturing; experience in automotive or electric vehicle sectors preferred.
• Proficient with ERP systems, particularly SAP, and strong Excel analytical skills.
• Educational background includes CA, CMA, MBA in Finance, or equivalent credentials.

Skills and Attributes

• Deep knowledge of inventory management, inbound and outbound costing principles, and factors driving cost changes.
• Strong analytical abilities and capability to interpret complex data.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach emphasizing execution and results.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration across teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.

Compensation and Benefits

Lucid provides a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, paid time off and holidays, and retirement plans. Eligible employees may participate in stock equity and discretionary annual cash incentive programs based on performance and company results.

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility

The company values diversity and inclusion, offering equal opportunities without discrimination. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

Additional Information

Recruitment agencies are not engaged; unsolicited resumes are not accepted. Candidate personal data will be handled as per privacy policies.