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Global Supply Manager, Testing CapEx

Tesla Motors, Inc.
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/24/2026
What to Expect

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Supply Chain Manager to support Tesla's tester development teams in sourcing capital expenditure testing equipment. This role will report to the Supply Chain Group Manager while serving as an active sourcing resource for various Engineering groups. The ideal candidate will possess experience in robotics, electric vehicles, automotive systems, or high-volume electromechanical products, with the ability to operate as a subject-matter expert independently. Responsibilities include developing and executing sourcing strategies for electro-mechanical components such as CNC-machined parts, die castings, sheet metal, injection-molded plastics, and electromechanical assemblies, alongside building technical expertise in SMT and Module-level testers, including IC testing, flashing fixtures, and functional testers.


What You'll Do
  • Analyze manufacturing processes, technology landscape, and supplier pool,and build strong should-cost
  • Develop and issue complete RFQ packages to potential suppliers
  • Validate, analyze, and make sourcing recommendations based on quote packages from suppliers
  • Fully support aggressive program and project timelines
  • Direct spend management for tester/fixture equipment covering both NPI and Mass Production
  • Support organizational cost management objectives by identifying and negotiating commercial cost reduction opportunities
  • Identify qualified suppliers and drive continuous quality improvement
  • Cultivate Best-in-Industry supplier relationships as single point of contact for all commercial and strategic issues
  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of Tesla's procurement, production, and related ERP systems
  • Build technical knowledge of SMT & Module level tester such as IC testing, flashing fixture, functionaltesters fixture, functional testers

What You'll Bring
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electric Engineering, Automation Engineering, or Supply Chain Management or equivalent experience
  • 1 years of experience in a Sourcing role, Electronics capital expenditure, preferably for PCBA/Module level testing
  • Having expertise on wireless testers is plus
  • Understanding of contract fundamentals and experience in handling GT&C and SOW
  • Experience developing "should-cost" estimates and analyzing supplier quotes
  • Open-minded self-starter with the ability to adapt, improvise and problem solve
  • Demonstrated experience achieving and exceeding cost-reduction objectives
  • Ability to work independently on multiple tasks and projects, withcross functional teams including engineers and operations team
  • Team player and with strong interpersonal and project management skills

Compensation and Benefits
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
    Expected Compensation
    $88,000 - $198,000/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.


    Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

     

    Salary : $88,000 - $198,000

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