Deputy Manager - Inbound Transportation

Lucid Motors

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Team in overseeing inbound, outbound, and inter-facility shipments across all transportation modes (LTL, FTL, parcel, ocean, air, etc.).
• Assist in developing and implementing transportation strategies to optimize costs and service levels.
• Coordinate with carrier partners, 3PLs, and internal teams to ensure smooth logistics operations.
• Monitor transportation KPIs (on-time delivery, freight spend, transit time) and support performance improvement initiatives.
• Participate in freight audit and payment processes to ensure accuracy and cost control. Ensure compliance with transportation and trade regulations.
• Contribute to the evaluation and adoption of transportation management systems (TMS) and logistics technologies.
• Drive or support continuous improvement projects focused on lead time reduction and network optimization.
• Promote sustainability through efficient routing and load consolidation.
• Supervise, coach, and develop team members to achieve departmental objectives.
• Maintain accurate material schedules and ensure timely delivery to sites.
• Uphold health, safety, and environmental standards within the transportation function.
• Strong acumen for freight cost management and budget control.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to forecast, plan, and facilitate on-time materials to the production line.
• Support supplier relationship management, including meetings, negotiations, and performance evaluation.
• Contribute to new business initiatives, change processes, and effective material planning implementation.

Skills:

• Strong team coordination and leadership skills, with experience supporting cross-functional teams.
• Good knowledge of transportation regulations, modes, and cost drivers.
• Experience in managing freight spend and supporting carrier performance.
• Familiarity with inbound TMS platforms.
• Analytical and data-driven mindset with sound decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication, negotiation, and vendor management skills.