Supply Chain Manager, Indirect Procurement

Tesla•Austin, TX

About The Position

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Global Supply Chain Manager to support the sourcing of Indirect categories. This may include Consulting, Financial, Marketing, Service Centers, Delivery Centers, Uniforms, Security, Environmental and Safety services as well as employee benefits across all North America Business Units (Motors, Energy, Solar and Service). This person will be a member of our Supply Chain Organization supporting the development, implementation, and management of strategies to provide Tesla with optimal supply assurance, pricing, and delivery performance. Tesla is a fast moving, dynamic environment where flexibility and adaptability are key attributes needed for success. The candidate will be a self-starter; eager to learn about Tesla’s Procurement Organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience
3-5 years of related work experience in Procurement or Consulting (preferable)
A knack for strategic thinking and contract negotiations
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work in an extremely fast-paced environment
Ability to make quick decisions with 80% information
Willingness to operate in a dynamic environment with changes in scope
Proficient with Microsoft Windows and Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

Develop sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives to ensure optimal outcomes
Analyze current spend, purchasing trends, and evaluate existing suppliers while identifying new high-potential alternatives
Own RFI, RFP, and RFQ processes, ensuring all commercial terms are agreed upon and documented
Evaluate supplier proposals, drive price negotiations, and recommend selections that achieve cost savings, avoidance, or containment, including supplier consolidation opportunities
Negotiate long-term strategic contracts, develop key performance measures, and drive continual cost reduction initiatives through ad hoc negotiations and multi-variable discussions
Ensure appropriate positioning of NDAs, SOWs, and Master Purchase Agreements before initiating business, while monitoring market conditions, technology roadmaps, and supply/demand challenges
Manage supplier relationships, performance, dispute resolution, and core competencies using industry cost models; collaborate with business units to develop, implement, and improve programs
Develop, implement, and continuously improve programs with collaboration with business units

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