Felipe Freitas

Felipe Freitas is a senior executive at Rivian, an electric vehicle manufacturer, where he serves as the Senior Group Manager and Head of Raw Materials, Standard Components, Sealers, Chemical & Bulk products.3 His role involves overseeing the purchasing and supply chain management of critical materials such as steel and aluminum for Rivian's electric vehicle production.3

Professional Background

Prior to joining Rivian, Freitas had a diverse career that included:

1. General manager of healthcare at Petrobras
2. Procurement and supply chain senior manager at Petrobras
3. Professional surfer1

Education

Freitas has a strong educational background in business and management:

• MSx (Master of Science in Management) from Stanford Graduate School of Business, Class of 202112
• MBA in strategic supply chain management from Universidade Federal Da Bahia, 20131
• BA in business administration from Universidade Do Estado Da Bahia, 20031

Notable Experiences

As a former professional surfer, Freitas brings a unique perspective to his corporate role. He has stated that surfing taught him valuable lessons in humility and perseverance, noting, "You feel your smallness when you're under a 20- to 25-foot mountain of water".1

Current Role at Rivian

At Rivian, Freitas is part of the Engineering and Product Development team.4 His responsibilities include:

• Leading the purchasing of non-cell raw materials
• Managing supply chain for critical components
• Overseeing procurement of steel, aluminum, and other essential materials for EV production3

Freitas's role is crucial in Rivian's efforts to develop and produce electric vehicles, as he manages the supply of key materials necessary for manufacturing.