Finance Business Partner - Manufacturing
Lucid Motors
King Abdullah Economic City, 02
Full-Time
Competitive
OfficeExecutive
At Lucid, we are creating exceptional mobility experiences through innovation to drive the world forward. Built on Lucids 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 whats possible and shape the future of mobility.
Drives financial planning, cost target setting, and advanced cost modeling to support manufacturing competitiveness. Owns financial reporting and variance analysis, delivering actionable insights to inform both operational and strategic decision-making. Leads business case development, investment analysis, benchmarking, and cost optimization initiatives. Acts as a key finance partner to the manufacturing team, ensuring alignment and maintaining end-to-end cost discipline across all operational areas.
Planning, Target Setting & Cost Modeling:
Define and track manufacturing cost targets, including HPU and CPU. Establish detailed, shop-level cost centers across Stamping, Body, Paint, Assembly, Powertrain, Battery, Utilities, and Logistics, ensuring alignment with the overall business plan. Maintain strong governance over manufacturing structures and costing accuracy. Manage standard costing processes and perform variance analysis at the shop level. Develop and maintain vehicle and model-level cost targets based on production volumes. Monitor key manufacturing KPIs such as OEE, throughput, rework, downtime, and scrap, linking performance to financial impact.
Financial Reporting & Variance Analysis:
Prepare monthly financial reports comparing actuals, budget, and forecast. Perform detailed variance analysis and provide clear root-cause insights. Consolidate and reconcile financial data across planning and reporting cycles to ensure consistency and accuracy.
Investment Analysis & Business Case Development:
Develop ROI and NPV analysis to evaluate manufacturing investments and cost optimization initiatives. Build comprehensive profitability models, including payback periods and return metrics. Support senior management decision-making through structured and >Compensation & Benefits:Lucid offers a comprehensive and competitive including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; paid time off; paid holidays; and a 401(k) retirement plan. Eligible employees may also participate in Lucids 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.
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