Chetan Pai

About Chetan Pai

From boardrooms to ultra-marathons, I thrive on endurance, strategy, and execution. My journey has taken me from serving as Executive Assistant to the Chairman of L&T (A. M. Naik), where I facilitated high-stakes corporate strategy, collaborating with C-suite leadership. Armed with a Masters in Supply Chain Management from Michigan Ross, I bridge global strategy with on-the-ground execution, always running the extra mile - both literally and professionally.I’ve managed supplier portfolios worth $350M+ in High Voltage PCBAs at Tesla, where I drove strategic sourcing, complex contract negotiations, and high-impact supplier relationships. My work has delivered measurable cost savings, supplier resilience, and quality improvements—all critical in a sector where precision and reliability are non-negotiable.My expertise spans:• Semiconductor & electronics sourcing across global supply bases (Asia, EU, US).• Supplier relationship management to secure capacity, mitigate risks, and drive innovation.• Cross-functional collaboration with engineering, finance, and production teams to ensure seamless design-to-build execution.• Negotiation and cost modeling to achieve sustainable cost reductions without compromising performance.Whether navigating supply shocks, building redundancy, or scaling next-gen EV programs, I thrive in environments where the stakes are high and the timelines are tight. Just like in ultra-marathons, I’m committed to going the extra mile—delivering resilient, high-performance supply chains that power innovation and growth.

Experience

1. Staff Global Supply Manager (Electronics)

   Lucid Motors

   Nov 2024 — Present · San Francisco, CA, US

   Driving Strategic Sourcing of Low Voltage Electronics for upcoming MidSize Vehicle launching in Q4 2026.Oversee the development and sourcing strategy for critical electronics, including PCBAs, semiconductor components, and box build assemblies. Focused on delivering innovative, scalable, and cost-effective solutions that meet performance, reliability, and timeline requirements in alignment with Lucid\'s innovation and engineering excellence.

Education

• Ramaiah Institute Of Technology

  Bachelor's Degree, Mechanical Engineering

  2010 — 2014

• University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business

  Master's Degree, Supply Chain Management

• SPJIMR SP Jain Institute of Management & Research

  Graduate Coursework in Business Administration

Skills

• Finite Element Analysis
• Material Handling
• Ansys
• Mechanical Engineering
• Product Design
• Procurement
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office
• Cad/Cam
• Inventor
• Pro Engineer
• Catia
• Oil & Gas
• Hvac Design
• Ug Nx 7.5
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Autocad