Tesla · 1 month ago
Materials Program Manager, NPI Materials
Sparks, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expTesla is seeking a motivated and experienced NPI Materials Program Manager to support the planning, warehousing, and delivery of materials for new programs. This role involves managing the transition of materials from the prototype phase through to production while ensuring effective communication with stakeholders and maintaining inventory accuracy.
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Responsibilities
Support programs from prototype phase through start of production until transition to production sustaining team. Own the transition plan for the program parts to be handed over to on-going production
Work with external suppliers to establish the appropriate delivery schedules for individual components, specifying quantity and frequency targeting on-time delivery; coordinate with Supply Chain team and Logistics as needed
Own the leadership communication on the program to all key stakeholders: program management, PMI, engineering & supply chain. Look for opportunities to identify and drive improvement projects/ processes
Ensure BOM accuracy by working with engineering, PMI and document control team. Maintain accurate MRP data to reflect confirmed delivery quantities and due dates from suppliers, validate, troubleshoot and resolve discrepancies
Collaborate with Supply Chain and Engineering to support material changes resulting from Change action (CAs), plan for new material and minimize obsolescence of old material
Provide ongoing transparency of inventory levels and ensure continuous inventory accuracy
Work fluidly in a highly cross-functional team environment involving manufacturing, program management, product development teams, design engineers, supply chain, production control and logistics teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, or other related field or equivalent experience
3+ years related experience in materials management, production planning, material scheduling, or purchasing in a manufacturing environment
Proficiency in MS Excel, including ability to maintain and enhance Excel-based material shortage reports
Strong analytical capabilities, including ability to optimize delivery costs and inventory levels
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks based on demand
Ability to present material status effectively in weekly program/executive meetings
Open-minded, collaborative and team-oriented attitude
Self-motivation and resourcefulness
Preferred
Knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software
Knowledge of SAP enterprise system inventory management system such as MES
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
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
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Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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