Tesla · 16 hours ago
Supply Chain Manager, Electromechanical
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$104K/yr - $234K/yr
3+ years expTesla is seeking an exceptional Supply Chain Manager to lead category sourcing for electromechanical products within the audio and infotainment category. In this role, you'll develop and execute sourcing strategies, collaborate on product launches, and build category strategies to meet Tesla’s long-term supply chain objectives.
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Responsibilities
Own the RFx Process: Lead the end-to-end RFx cycle, including preparing and issuing RFQ(s) to potential manufacturing and supply partners; performing thorough analysis and evaluation of responses; driving negotiations for optimal terms; advocating a path and securing internal approvals; and nominating the selected partner(s) that meet Tesla’s strategic objectives
Collaborate on Product Launches: Partner closely with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to orchestrate seamless New Product Introduction (NPI) and efficient scaling to mass production
Build Category Strategies: Develop, align, and execute comprehensive category strategies to meet Tesla’s long-term supply chain objectives and effectively partner with stakeholders to inform and influence executive-level decisions
Become a Category Expert: Gain a deep understanding of the supply base; fabrication and assembly processes, materials, lead times, global trends and dynamics, emerging technologies, and other nuances to enable proactive decision-making
Assess and Mitigate Risks: Evaluate global supply chain risks and develop robust contingency plans to support Tesla's high-volume production requirements
Contract Management: Ensure Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), General Terms & Conditions, Piece Price Agreements, and related contracts are in place before initiating business
Develop Supplier Performance Metrics: Establish key performance indicators and monitoring processes for selected suppliers, to enable visibility to trends, risks, and opportunities
Qualification
Required
3+ years of experience in sourcing or procurement with a focus on electromechanical, mechanical, or electronics manufacturing
Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience or evidence of exceptional ability
Excellent data-driven decision making, problem solving and analytical skills
Proven ability to develop and execute sourcing strategies that align with business goals and drive measurable impact
Exceptional communication and negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple teams and levels
Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, operations, finance, and legal team to drive alignment and execute sourcing strategies
Ability to build and maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring strategic collaboration and mutual growth
Managing various aspects of core electronics manufacturing, material planning, strategic sourcing, inventory control, should cost analysis, risk management
Deep understanding of PCBA and finished good manufacturing process (SMT, components, mech fabrication, final assembly, test, and packout)
Ability to thrive a fast-paced, high pressure environment with right deadlines
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
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$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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