What To Expect
We’re looking for a highly motivated NPI Buyer to manage NPI sourcing and planning during early Engineering builds for projects across Energy, Solar Products and Vehicles products. This is a cross-functional role that requires close coordination among different groups internally and externally of Tesla. In this role, you will be immersed in early NPI design phases, and act as owner to Plan and Source for components during early Engineering builds. You will also build and leverage strong working relationships with cross-functional partners in engineering and work together with our suppliers to assure cost, quality and delivery targets are met to achieve maximum advantage for Tesla and our customers.

What You'll Do

Deliver clear-to-build status, material coverage, run-out reports and other analyses as requested to plan for Engineering Builds

Build and maintain partnerships with assigned suppliers. Act as the primary interface with suppliers on delivery status, DFM or quality issues and resolution

Escalate to commercial or technical partners when required (procurement, accounts payable, quality, engineering, etc.)

Monitor current market conditions and technology roadmaps to proactively identify and address any supply challenges, in advanced where possible, and to determine future business opportunities or risks

Document component costs and work with Finance to track BOM cost in different program phases as needed

What You'll Bring

Experience in sourcing, manufacturing, finance, supply chain management, or a combination

Degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Industrial Engineering or similar discipline, or equivalent experience

CPIM or APIC training is a plus. High or advanced proficiency in MS Excel. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP with a solid understand of discrete manufacturing, bills of material, product lifecycle management, procure to pay processes and supply chain operations

Ability to evaluate and analyze data to enable operational decision-making or present clear recommendations to leadership. Demonstrated skills in supplier operational and relationship management

Passionate and high energy, with the diplomacy and cooperative style necessary to positively influence others, both inside and outside of Tesla. Ability to write, speak and present effectively and persuasively

Ability to work independently on multiple tasks and projects in a dynamic, fast paced environment. Flexibility and adaptability are key. Detail-oriented and organized

Benefits
Compensation and Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction

Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits

Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution

Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA

Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits

Company paid Basic Life, AD&D

Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)

Employee Assistance Program

Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays

Back-up childcare and parenting support resources

Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance

Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs

Tesla Babies program

Commuter benefits

Employee discounts and perks program

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