Supply Chain Manager, Cell Materials

Tesla•Palo Alto, CA

About The Position

Supply Chain Manager (SCM) who is a strategic thinker with a proven track record of demand planning, engineering and development collaboration, and experience in managing complex supply chains. The SCM will work to develop supply chains of critical minerals in the Anode space. In this role the SCM will be responsible for securing battery raw materials and involved in product development all the way from R&D to production, while balancing cost, quality standards, global supply and demand, as well as geopolitical risks. 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 a demonstrated track record of achievement.

Requirements

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science or equivalent experience. Advanced degrees such as MS or PhD are preferred
5+ years of work experience in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Management Consulting
Ability to make decisions based on limited information
Dedication to the Tesla mission of accelerating the transition to renewable energy
Ability to thrive in a fast paced, highly dynamic environment
Excellent team building skills in dealing with suppliers, peers, and other functional teams
Strong writing ability and an ability to explain complex issues in a concise and plain manner
Willingness to travel

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with batteries with battery materials preferred

Responsibilities

Negotiate commercial agreements with supply chain partners such as GTC, PPA, license agreements, MTA, etc.
Manage supplier relationships to get the best deals for the company
Conduct market analysis to identify new suppliers and partnerships opportunities
Lead large-scale supplier investment projects from idea to implementation
Lead make vs buy investigations and develop and execute long term sourcing strategies based on these analysis
Own RFI's, RFP's and RFQ's - ensuring all commercial terms are agreed and documented
Develop and utilize cost models to define should costs and negotiate price for sourcing and cost reduction
Analyze current market conditions, technology roadmaps, and identify supply/demand challenges and opportunities
Lead the vendor selection process with engineering teams, including raw material specification, vendor technology capabilities assessment, and alternative product options
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