Manager- Production Planning & Control

Overview

Manager - Production Planning & Control

role at

Lucid Motors Middle East . 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

Manager - Production Planning & Control

function drives effective coordination between multiple stakeholders including sales, manufacturing, logistics, finance, procurement, government affairs etc., and carefully develops strategic production plans and forecasts to satisfy Lucid customers, maximize plant assets utilization, balance local governmental labor law requirements, and ensure zero downtime and loss of production capacity. The manager leads discussions related to supplier capacity constraints and drives appropriate allocation of constrained resources. The role requires excellent communication across all levels, strong data-driven analysis, and persuasion. The ideal candidate brings strategic thinking, digital transformation experience, and strong team leadership.

Responsibilities

Lead the production control team in planning, scheduling, and coordinating manufacturing activities to meet customer requirements.

Develop and implement production control strategies to improve workflow efficiency and inventory accuracy.

Manage Master Production Schedule (MPS), capacity planning, and shop floor scheduling in alignment with sales forecasts and inventory targets.

Collaborate with procurement, logistics, quality assurance, and engineering to ensure smooth operations.

Monitor and analyze production performance metrics (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, production lead time, and inventory turns; drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Ensure the accuracy and integrity of ERP / MRP systems and production data.

Identify bottlenecks or potential delays and proactively implement corrective actions.

Lead cross-functional meetings to review production status, forecast changes, and operational challenges.

Oversee raw material and component inventory levels to support production without overstocking.

Support new product introductions and engineering changes from a planning and control perspective.

Develop, coach, and mentor team members to enhance department capability and performance.

Manage, coach and develop a highly performing team that meets agreed objectives, and which delivers best practice results, added value and continuous improvements.

Set departmental objectives / KPIs and review ongoing performance of direct reports.

Monitor and ensure that staff maintain accurate material schedules to get the right materials on site at the right time.

Ensure the function operates in accordance with health, safety and environmental policies and procedures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of self, staff and visitors.

Strong acumen for overall production cost management and maximize plant revenue.

Deep understanding of end-to-end manufacturing, logistics, transportation, warehousing, shipping, and vehicle dealership processes.

Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field.

Master’s degree or MBA preferred.

10+ years of progressive experience in logistics, distribution, or supply chain operations.

At least 3+ years in a managerial or senior leadership role in logistics.

Experience in managing large teams and complex distribution networks.

Benefits Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and / or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs. (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)

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Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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