What To Expect
Supply Chain Manager (SCM) who is a strategic thinker with a proven track record of demand planning, engineering and development collaboration, and experience in managing complex supply chains. The SCM will work to develop the supply chain for chemicals such as electrolyte and electrolyte sub-components for Tesla battery cells.  In this role the SCM will be responsible for securing battery raw materials and involved in product development all the way from R&D to production, while balancing cost, quality standards, global supply and demand, as well as geopolitical risks. 

Tesla is a fast moving, dynamic environment where flexibility and adaptability are key attributes needed for success. The successful candidate will be a self-starter; motivated with a demonstrated track record of achievement.  

What You'll Do

Negotiate commercial agreements with supply chain partners such as GTC, PPA, license agreements, MTA, etc.

Manage supplier relationships to optimize cost and to scale battery material capacity

Conduct global market analysis to identify new chemical manufacturing partnership opportunities by evaluating technology and process capability 

Lead large-scale supplier investment projects from idea to implementation 

Own RFI's, RFP's and RFQ's - ensuring all commercial terms are agreed and documented 

Develop and utilize cost models to define should costs and negotiate price for sourcing and cost reduction

Analyze current market conditions, technology roadmaps, and identify supply/demand challenges and opportunities  

Lead the vendor selection process with engineering teams, including raw material specification, vendor technology capabilities assessment, and alternative product options  

Drive negotiation for piece price and product development to ensure that Tesla’s pricing meets best-landed-cost expectations as well as Supplier Industrialization standards of Best-In-Class quality 

What You'll Bring

Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemistry, Material Science or equivalent experience

5+ years of work experience in Engineering, Engineering Sales, Manufacturing Planning, or Supply Chain Management role

Ability to make decisions based on limited information 

Analytical with ability to build out Should-Cost models and cost forecasts  

Dedication to the Tesla mission of accelerating the transition to renewable energy 

Ability to thrive in a fast paced, highly dynamic environment 

Excellent team building skills in dealing with suppliers, peers, and other functional teams 

Strong writing ability and an ability to explain complex issues in a concise and plain manner 

Prior experience with batteries with battery materials preferred 

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

Expected Compensation

$84,000 - $324,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

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