Supply Chain Manager, Battery Recycling

Tesla•Palo Alto, CA

22d

About The Position

We are looking for a Supply Chain Manager for Battery Recycling. The goal is to develop a robust, agile, and efficient supply chain that facilitates cost-effective production of Tesla’s products and drives circularity in the supply chain. The ideal candidate demonstrates a proven ability to successfully navigate complex and ambiguous situations, lead projects from start to finish, and communicate clearly and effectively to foster cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements

Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Material Science, or equivalent experience
7+ years of experience in supply chain management or commodity management, preferably in battery metals and/or materials
Ability to engage with and lead a cross-functional team
Ability to operate in an ambiguous environment, develop and execute strategies, and drive creative solutions
Ability to integrate commercial, technical, and legal concepts into contracts and drive the contract negotiations from origination to execution
Ability to collaborate well with Engineering, Operations, Logistics, and suppliers to manage supply chain programs
Understanding of metals markets, commodities & batteries, and battery supply chain

Responsibilities

Own the commercial strategy and execution of the Battery Recycling supply chain, including developing business models, identifying partners, negotiating deals, and operationalizing contracts
Drive collaboration and strategic alignment with Legal, Finance, Engineering, Logistics, Operations, and other internal groups to optimize Tesla’s Battery Recycling supply chain
Prepare and present business plans, market conditions, cost models, and policy risks
Monitor relevant industry trends/news and supplier performance to identify opportunities and mitigate potential risks
Manage supplier relationships and performance, including but not limited to dispute resolution, supplier scorecards, and periodic business reviews
Drive negotiation for piece price and product development to ensure that Tesla’s pricing meets best-landed-cost expectations as well as Supplier Industrialization standards of Best-In-Class quality

Benefits

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