Tesla · 3 months ago
Supply Chain Manager, Cell Materials
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$83K/yr - $189K/yr
5+ years expTesla is a fast moving, dynamic environment where they are seeking a Supply Chain Manager who is a strategic thinker with a proven track record in demand planning and managing complex supply chains. The SCM will be responsible for securing battery raw materials, negotiating commercial agreements, and leading supplier investment projects, ensuring production lines remain at capacity while balancing cost and quality standards.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Negotiate commercial agreements with supply chain partners such as GTC, PPA, license agreements, MTA, etc
Manage supplier relationships to get the best deals for the company
Conduct market analysis to identify new suppliers and partnerships opportunities
Lead large-scale supplier investment projects from idea to implementation
Lead make vs buy investigations and develop and execute long term sourcing strategies based on these analysis
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
Oversee demand planning and forecasting to ensure production lines remain at capacity
Qualification
Required
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science or equivalent experience
5+ years of work experience in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Management Consulting
Ability to make decisions based on limited information
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
Willingness to travel
Preferred
Advanced degrees such as MS or PhD are preferred
Prior experience with batteries with battery materials preferred
Benefits
Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$20.12BKey Investors
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
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Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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