Sr. Procurement Program Manager

The Rivian Procurement Program Management team is looking for a Sr. Program Manager to support its Charging and Battery programs . As a Sr. Program Manager , you coordinate end-to-end Procurement program execution—program scoping, part sourcing, part tooling, part ordering, and change management—across Charging and Battery programs. You uncover and clearly articulate program risk to individual contributors and managers, resolve cross-functional bottlenecks at the working level, and build the AI-ready data and process improvements that allow Rivian's programs to scale at speed. This position is based onsite in Irvine, California and reports to the Sr. Manager of Procurement Program Management for MSP programs. Program Management: Coordinate Procurement program execution across multiple Charging and Battery products Stakeholder Management: Engage daily with cross-functional teams, building the relationships needed for hard conversations that move the business forward. Communication: Communicate as an expert interpreter across diverse groups, gaining buy-in on a clear vision and resolving conflict with minimal escalation. Data & Reporting : Build and maintain robust, AI-ready Procurement data and program reporting that drive progress, not motion. Risk Management & Problem Solving : Proactively identify and mitigate risk in ambiguous situations; independently resolve complex, multi-stakeholder problems. Continuous Improvement & Special Projects : Optimize recurring processes and lead special Procurement initiatives (e.g. cost reduction programs, supplier localization efforts, and program content change requests) using a systems thinking approach. Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. Analytical Expertise: Strong analytical ability to break down complex problems and data sets to derive meaningful, actionable results for cross-functional teams. Execution: Ability to resolve complex, multi-variable problems leveraging newly-developed relationships while proactively identifying opportunities for improvement. Operational Style: Comfortable working independently and in teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Travel Requirements: Ability and willingness to travel as needed based on business needs, averaging 5-8%.

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