Supply Chain Program Manager, Seating & Interiors

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Supply Chain Program Manager to support our development teams and supplier partners in program management of Direct Supply Chain components and materials within the Vehicle Interiors commodity. These could include specific parts related to one of our four automobile programs (Model S, Model X, Model 3, and/or Model Y), as well as future developments. This role will report to our Group Manager and in parallel be an active resource supporting our various Engineering and Purchasing groups within Tesla. They will be a member of our Supply Chain organization supporting the development, implementation, and management of strategies to provide Tesla with optimal supply assurance, flexibility, quality, and delivery performance. This role will leverage strong working relationships with our purchasing & engineering teams to ensure key suppliers are meeting, timing and delivery targets are met while mitigating launch cost. They will work toward good supplier relationships and total costs of ownership to achieve maximum advantage for Tesla and our customers. Tesla is a fast moving, dynamic environment where flexibility and adaptability are key attributes needed for success. The successful candidate will be a self-starter; motivated with expert overall Purchasing development.

Responsibilities

Connect and coordinate activities between Programs, Engineering, Global Supply Management, Supplier Industrialization, Planning, Logistics, New Program Introduction and Finance to ensure seamless component and product launch, while also limiting exposure to supplier liability/excess inventory during coordinated program phase-outCollect information and generate presentations to clearly and concisely communicate risk to executive teamDevelop timelines to plan out part readiness against program timing and develop relationships with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure steady flow of informationUnderstand a broad range of manufacturing processes, both at suppliers and internally to better identify and mitigate potential risksRepresent Supply Chain team for risk mitigation and escalation discussions with Executive team, in collaboration with commodity Group ManagerUnderstand sourcing process, and drive team for timing and execution accountabilityDevelop robust systems to track progress of critical manufacturing equipment installation programs; proactively engage with cross-functional stakeholders to plan and roll out integrated systemsRequirements

Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, evidence of experience and exceptional ability, or equivalent experience5+ years experience in program management with either automotive or manufacturing experienceExcellent communications skills with ability to influence cross functional stakeholders: Programs, Design, Global Supply Management, Supplier Industrialization, Planning, Logistics, New Program Introduction and FinanceExcellent analytical and judgment skills with advanced Excel skills (macros, VBA, etc.)Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment to achieve business objectives and can establish business process issues and drive process improvementAbility to work independently on multiple tasks and projects with various stakeholders and has organizational skills to manage transactional detailsCompensation and BenefitsBenefits

Along 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 programExpected Compensation

$68,000 - $150,000/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.