Tesla · 3 weeks ago
Service Cost Optimization Project Manager
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$88K/yr - $186K/yr
5+ years expTesla is seeking an experienced Service Cost Optimization Project Manager to lead cross-functional teams in identifying and implementing cost-saving initiatives for their Service, Sales, Delivery, and Collision Centers. The role involves managing multiple projects, analyzing purchasing data, collaborating with teams, and developing key performance indicators to measure project success.
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Responsibilities
Manage multiple projects simultaneously to achieve cost savings targets in consumables and tooling procurement for service centers
Analyze purchasing and financial data to identify areas of cost savings and develop business cases to support cost reduction initiatives
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, operations, and finance, to identify, track, and prioritize cost-saving opportunities in Tesla Service, Sales, Delivery, and Collision Centers
Develop and implement process improvements to achieve cost reduction goals in procurement, sourcing, damage chargebacks, purchasing standardization and controls, and collision repair work
Collaborate with stakeholders to negotiate with suppliers and contractors to achieve cost reductions, improve quality, and ensure on-time delivery of essential products
Communicate project plans, progress, and results to stakeholders, including senior leadership, through regular reports and presentations
Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure project success and report on forecasted and actual cost savings achieved
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in purchasing and/or financial analysis, or equivalent experience
Proven track record of driving cost reduction projects in procurement and contracted services, with excellent project management skills and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience analyzing financial data and developing business cases, and effective communication and stakeholder management skills
Benefits
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
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
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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