Manager, Production & sales planning

The Company: Faraday Future (FF) is a California-based mobility company, leveraging the latest technologies and world’s best talent to realize exciting new possibilities in mobility. We’re producing user-centric, technology-first vehicles to establish new paradigms in human-vehicle interaction. We’re not just seeking to change how our cars work – we’re seeking to change the way we drive.

At FF, we’re creating something new, something connected, and something with a true global impact. Your Role: As the Production & Sales Planning Manager, you’ll be working with some of the industry’s brightest minds to establish sales planning processes for North America. Basically, you’ll ensure that FF maintains optimal inventory levels at various stages in the supply chain to achieve customer satisfaction levels as well as mitigate inventory exposure.

Responsibilities

Operational short-term planning, model mix prioritization, and equipment option scheduling Operational project volume planning including bespoke edition builds Strategic long-term planning and forecasting Global and regional volume allocation and specification alignment Production, retail volume management Maintain regional allocation plan for FF globally Sales volume planning and adjustments for existing production and volume plans Market/sales intelligence Preparation, evaluation, and alignment of all required reporting and presentation material Preparation of production request for monthly sales report Assist in delivery process establishment, from order planning and delivery to end user full loop monitoring and process optimization.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Production, National Sales Company, or equivalent work experience 8+ years experience providing Sales Planning and accurate monthly forecasts to be used in all company communications. Short term and long-term planning based on volume forecasts and product/projects.

Ability to chair weekly Business Performance Meetings, agree forecasts, log all comments and actions for further review. Track weekly forecast accuracy and build, to be discussed in the Business Update Meeting and with the commercial team. Understanding of sales and volume planning theories Ability to quickly grasp the “big picture” of a problem Working experience in a sales environment Experienced in developing strong, positive working relations Act as first point of contact for P&A to determine optimal flow for upcoming events and business initiatives Advanced Microsoft Suite experience (Excel, PowerPoint) Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and self-motivational skills Experience working on cross-functional teams advising all levels of management within key distribution departments (production, finance, sales, business affairs, product fulfillment) Experience supporting the preparation of weekly forecasting data to provide visibility of bookings from customers.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous automotive experience is strongly preferred. A diverse skillset including strong analytical and mathematical skills, logic aptitude and familiarity with statistical modeling and statistical concepts. Creative curiosity, collaborative ethics, hardworking enthusiasm, and driving personal vision. A genuine fascination for the electric vehicle field and a commitment to global change Strong data mining, data analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making skills Salary Range: ($120,000-$150,000 DOE), plus benefits and incentive plans  Perks + Benefits Healthcare + dental + vision benefits (Free for you/discounted for family) 401(k) options Casual dress code + relaxed work environment Culturally diverse, progressive atmosphere Faraday Future is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.    

Faraday Future is an electric vehicle startup company that aims to revolutionize the automotive industry with its cutting-edge technology and innovative design. Founded in 2014, Faraday Future is committed to creating sustainable and high-performance electric vehicles that are not only environmentally friendly but also offer a thrilling driving experience.

With a focus on pushing the boundaries of automotive innovation, Faraday Future is poised to redefine the future of transportation.