Trade Compliance Program Manager

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Lucid Motors

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

On-site

Posted March 15, 2026

Job Description

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 Trade Compliance Program Manager will lead and oversee strategic compliance initiatives, including regional expansion projects, ERP system integration, and continuous improvement programs. This role ensures compliance requirements are embedded into business processes, technology platforms, and organizational growth strategies. The Program Manager will serve as the bridge between compliance, IT, supply chain, and leadership, ensuring long-term compliance readiness while driving operational efficiency through transformation and improvement projects

Key Responsibilities

Program & Project Leadership

Lead trade compliance components of business expansion projects (new markets, free zones, industrial facilities).
Act as compliance lead for ERP system implementation/enhancements, ensuring proper integration of HS codes, Incoterms, valuation, license tracking, and restricted party screening.
Develop project plans, charters, and performance metrics (KPIs) for compliance-related programs.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, Finance, Supply Chain, Procurement, Legal) to align project goals with compliance requirements.

Continuous Improvement Projects

Design and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance compliance processes, reduce risks, and increase efficiency.
Drive automation and digital transformation of compliance workflows using ERP and compliance tools.
Identify and close gaps in current trade compliance processes, policies, and systems.
Standardize compliance procedures across the organization to ensure scalability for future growth.
Apply Lean/Six Sigma methodologies where applicable to streamline processes.

Compliance Framework Development

Establish robust compliance frameworks aligned with international regulations and local trade requirements.
Ensure ERP and digital systems maintain proper recordkeeping, audit trails, and reporting capabilities.
Develop risk assessment methodologies and implement proactive compliance monitoring.
Lead harmonization projects to align compliance practices across multiple regions and entities.

Governance & Stakeholder Management

Provide executive management with updates on compliance program progress, risks, and outcomes.
Build strong partnerships with customs authorities, regulators, and consultants during expansion and system rollouts.
Ensure organizational readiness for audits, inspections, and certifications.
Lead stakeholder engagement to gain alignment on compliance initiatives and change management.

Training & Knowledge Transfer

Develop and deliver training programs on compliance processes, ERP functionality, and continuous improvement practices.
Foster a compliance culture across the organization by promoting awareness and accountability.

Skills

Expert knowledge of international trade compliance, customs regulations, and export controls.
Strong program/project management skills (PMP, or equivalent preferred).
Hands-on ERP system (SAP) implementation experience in trade compliance modules.

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