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Tesla

Supply Chain Operations Program Manager

Tesla, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306


We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Supply Chain Operations Program 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 in parallel be an active sourcing resource supporting our various Engineering groups within Tesla.

Responsibilities

Drive programs that minimize operational expense while maximizing revenue generationManage worldwide operations and collaborate with the cross-functional stakeholders. Operation readiness and successful bring up of critical componentsBe a strong leader and standout colleague, collaborating with engineering, programs, quality, and supply chain teams and external suppliers. Lead program readiness reviews that include overall program status of design/technical development and operations. Drive closure on design/technical and operations issuesInfluence product manufacturability, testability, and supply chain responsiveness in pursuit of low cost and flexibility while stewarding qualityDevelop and lead new forums, reports with key stakeholders and leaders to identify and flag risks, delivery issues that need escalation, and highlight achievement of key milestones throughout the planning and execution cyclesLead analysis to understand root causes of capacity delivery delays and develop preventive processes. Lead end-to-end development and execution of various capacity delivery strategies across supply planning, inventory management, deployment management by working closely with supply chain and planning teamsOwner of RFQ's - ensuring all commercial terms are agreed and documented. Ensures Non-Disclosure Agreements, General Terms & Conditions, Piece Price Agreements, and other related contracts are negotiated and appropriately before business is initiatedDrive piece price and tooling negotiation process to ensure that Tesla's commodity pricing met Best-In-Class expectations, while meeting Supplier Industrialization standards of Best-In-Class quality, in addition to driving continual cost reduction and avoidance initiatives through ad-hoc price negotiationsMonitor global industry trends, track technology roadmaps, and actively partner with the Design teams to identify/mitigate supply and demand challenges. Participate in design reviews, change control meetings, and other technical discussions with Engineering partnersParticipate in Design for Manufacturability reviews with Engineering partners and prospective suppliers, and drive decisions from a cost perspective. Ability to understand technical drawings and specifications as well as basic knowledge of manufacturing process controls and quality assurance for their commodity spaceRequirements

Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering or Chemistry and/or equivalent experience or evidence of exceptional ability5+ years of experience in supply chain management, or commodity managementTechnical & commercial understanding of tooling and manufacturing processes on metal formingExperience with mechanical engineering concepts related to the commodity and ability to generate bottom-up should costs based on the understanding of manufacturing processProficient knowledge of technical requirements & design of the product and be able to influence cross functional partners with detailed analysis that supports optimized pricing and product sourcing decisionsExcellent negotiatorAbility to travel up to 25% of the timeAnalytical with ability to build out Should-Cost models and cost forecastsExperience with mechanical and/or electrical engineering concepts related to the commodity and ability to generate bottom-up should costs based on the understanding of manufacturing processCompensation 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

$88,000 - $186,000/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.