Staff Product Manager, Supply Chain Planning Process & Systems

Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.

As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.

Role Summary: The Staff Product Analyst, Planning Process & Systems will drive the strategic development and enablement of critical Supply Chain capabilities across Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE), and Material Requirements Planning (MRP). This role is pivotal in transforming our supply chain's efficiency and resilience through advanced process and system solutions.

Key Partnerships: This role requires extensive collaboration with various internal stakeholders, including:

• Supply Chain Planning
• Sales & Demand
• Production Scheduling
• New Product Introduction
• Material Planning
• SAP IT
• Oracle OTM
• Kinaxis APS
• Software Engineering

This position reports directly to the Director of Supply Chain Process & Systems.

Ideally this candidate would be located onsite at our plant in Normal, IL. Hiring team will also consider Irvine, CA or Plymouth, MI.

• Strategic Roadmapping: Define the target state for supply chain processes and systems architecture, leveraging deep industry best practices and extensive stakeholder collaboration. Develop and prioritize a logical product roadmap to achieve the defined target state, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
• Product Ownership & Leadership: Act as the product owner for designated supply chain planning systems, guiding their evolution and ensuring they meet evolving business needs.
• Transformation Leadership: Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex supply chain transformation projects within the S&OP, S&OE, and Material Planning pillars. This includes orchestrating all required internal stakeholders and managing any necessary external support.
• Expert Guidance: Serve as a subject matter expert and leader within the Supply Chain Organization, championing process and systems best practices. Lead by example, embodying the core cultural values of the organization.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and nurture strong, collaborative relationships with both business and technology partners to foster integrated planning and seamless execution.
• Data Analysis & Metrics: Proven ability to define key performance indicators (KPIs), analyze complex supply chain data, and leverage insights to drive product improvements and business outcomes. Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Hex) is a plus.
• Understanding of Agile Methodologies: Strong grasp of Agile/Scrum principles and practices for product development, including writing user stories, managing backlogs, and participating in sprint ceremonies.
• Change Management: Experience in leading change management initiatives related to system and process transformations, ensuring user adoption and success.

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, computer science, information systems, engineering, or related field.
• 6-8+ years of progressive experience in Supply Chain operations, planning, and/or transformation roles.
• Hands-on experience with S&OP, S&OE, and Material Planning capabilities, preferably within the Automotive sector.
• 2+ years in a product management role, demonstrating successful implementations or significant transformations.
• Highly organized with a proven ability to define, translate, and implement a complete end-to-end product roadmap.
• Demonstrated experience working within and delivering process/system transformations utilizing complex enterprise solutions such as SAP S/4HANA, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Transportation Management Systems (e.g., Oracle OTM preferred), Advanced Planning Systems (e.g., Kinaxis preferred), and custom-built solutions.

Preferred:

• MBA or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Experience with large-scale ERP implementations and migrations.

Salary Range/Hourly Rate for California Based Applicants: $137,800 - $172,200 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Salary Range/Hourly Rate for Illinois & Michigan Based Applicants: $125,800 - $157,200 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Coverage is effective on the first day of employment, and Rivian covers most of the premiums.

Equal Opportunity

Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at [email protected] .

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