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Supply Chain Manager, Chassis

Tesla, Inc.
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2025

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Supply Chain Manager to support our development teams and contract manufacturing partners in the sourcing of Direct Supply Chain components and parts. These could include specific parts related to one of our four automobiles (Model S, Model X, Model 3, and / or Model Y), Tesla Energy, Batteries and / or any other components intrinsic to the successful running of the organization. This role will report to our Supply Chain Group Manager and be an active sourcing resource supporting our various Engineering groups within Tesla.

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What to Expect

As a Supply Chain Manager, you will :

What You’ll Do

  • Be the owner of RFQs - ensuring all commercial terms are agreed and documented. Ensure Non-Disclosure Agreements, General Terms & Conditions, Piece Price Agreements, and other related contracts are negotiated appropriately before business is initiated.
  • Drive piece price and tooling negotiation processes to ensure that Tesla’s commodity pricing meets Best-In-Class expectations while adhering to Supplier Industrialization standards of Best-In-Class quality. Additionally, drive continual cost reduction and avoidance initiatives through ad-hoc price negotiations.
  • Address all areas of category management including category business plans, market conditions, technology roadmaps, cost modeling, and sourcing strategies. Monitor global industry trends, track technology roadmaps, and actively partner with the Design teams to identify and mitigate supply and demand challenges.
  • Manage respective supplier relationships and performance, including but not limited to dispute resolution, supplier scorecards, and periodic business reviews. Participate in design reviews, change control meetings, and other technical discussions with Engineering partners; participate in Design for Manufacturability reviews with Engineering partners and prospective suppliers, driving decisions from a cost perspective.
  • Understand technical drawings and specifications, as well as basic knowledge of manufacturing process controls and quality assurance for their commodity space. Be comfortable communicating with technical stakeholders both internally and externally.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to manage project timelines, including developing and maintaining action trackers, Gantt charts, and other program management tools related to the on-time delivery of supplier parts against Program timing.
  • Communicate key supply, cost, and / or quality issues with management teams; develop corrective action plans to mitigate identified risks.

What You’ll Bring

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering, or evidence of experience and exceptional ability.
  • 5 years of experience in supply chain management or commodity management.
  • Technical and commercial understanding of tooling and manufacturing processes.
  • Experience with mechanical engineering concepts related to the commodity and the ability to generate bottom-up should costs based on the understanding of manufacturing processes.
  • Proficient knowledge of technical requirements and design of the product, able to influence cross-functional partners with detailed analysis that supports optimized pricing and product sourcing decisions.
  • Excellent negotiator; experience with mechanical and / or electrical engineering concepts related to the commodity and the ability to generate bottom-up should costs based on the understanding of manufacturing processes.
  • Compensation and Benefits

    Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits from day 1 of hire :

  • 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 including 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

    82,800 - $189,000 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.

    Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

    Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

    Privacy is a top priority for Tesla. We build it into our products and view it as an essential part of our business. To understand more about the data we collect and process as part of your application, please view our Tesla Talent Privacy Notice.

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