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Tesla

Supply Chain Planner, Materials

Tesla, Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266


What To ExpectThe Supply Chain Planner is responsible for ensuring raw materials, components, and subassemblies are delivered to Tesla production sites to support production needs at optimal efficiency. This individual must fully understand Tesla’s supply chain and production operations, as well as be an expert on their assigned product or commodities. They will deploy inventory strategies, be responsible for product change and associated material planning implications, manage and solve exceptions, and drive supplier execution. This role involves daily management of supply and constraints, status reporting and escalation, supplier engagement, and the relentless pursuit of operational excellence and continuous improvement. The Supply Chain Planner role is typically global in scope and requires cross-functional engagement within Tesla and across the extended supply chain.

What You'll DoCreate and deploy supply requirements to the supply base via MRP which achieves production, inventory, and cost objectivesEnsure demand from all sources (production, aftermarket, engineering, etc.) is supported appropriately. Manage planning system parameters and master data to optimally reflect supply chain capabilities and plan supplyApply analytics and supply chain expertise to manage system parameters and meet target inventory and service level goals while minimizing costs and obsolescenceBuild and maintain operational partnerships with assigned suppliers. Act as the primary interface with suppliers on delivery status, issues, and resolution. Escalate to commercial or technical partners when required (GSM, accounts payable, quality, engineering, etc.)Support onboarding and training of new suppliers to ensure operational excellence and compliance with Tesla’s supply chain processes and policiesCoordinate supplier ramp up and down for new product launches, ensuring suppliers deliver shipments needed to support production targetsDeliver clear-to-build status, material coverage, run-out reports, and other analyses as needed. Provide data-driven decision support to the broader organization through what-if and scenario planning (as examples)

What You'll BringAt least 1-2 years’ experience in manufacturing, finance, or supply chain management with CPIM or APIC training as a plusDegree in Supply Chain, Finance, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experienceStrong knowledge of MRP/ERP with a solid understanding of discrete manufacturing, bills of material, product lifecycle management, procure to pay processes, and supply chain opsExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to evaluate and analyze data to enable operational decision-making or present clear recommendations to leadershipDemonstrated skills in supplier operational and relationship managementPassionate and high energy, with the diplomacy and cooperative style necessary to positively influence others, both inside and outside of TeslaAbility to write, speak and present effectively and persuasively

BenefitsCompensation and BenefitsAlong with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)LGBTQ+ care concierge services401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation$56,440 - $178,500/annual salary, depending on level + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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.

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