What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Manager, Battery Cell position at Tesla Motors, Inc.?
We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Supply Chain Manager to support our end-to-end battery cell supply chain development for Tesla products. This role will report to our Supply Chain Group Manager and in parallel be an activesourcingresource supporting our various Engineering groups within Tesla.
The Battery Cell SCM plays a pivotal role in shaping Tesla's future product roadmap, battery cell sourcing, and overall supply chain strategy. This position demands high engagement in battery design and manufacturing processes to make decisions aligned with Tesla's best interests. Tesla is afast moving, dynamic environment where flexibility and adaptability are key attributes needed for success. The successful candidate will be a self-starter;motivated with overall strategic sourcingexpertise.
What You'll Do
Lead the end-to-end supply chain strategy for battery cells encompassing the full product lifecycle (cost analysis, contract negotiations, line ramp-ups, daily supply management, risk mitigation, and program sunsetting)
Drive supplier performance, prioritizing continuity of supply with factory teams
Lead cost analysis, drive continual cost reduction and avoidance initiatives through ad hoc price negotiations, evaluate supplier core competencies, and competitive positioning using should cost models
Analyze supplier proposals and line up roadmaps to match Tesla future developments, working with engineering to evaluate product tradeoffs (cost, performance, timelines)
What You'll Bring
Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, Chemistry, or equivalent experience
Ability tooperatein a fast-changing environment while handling diverse responsibilities
Demonstratedexpertisein manufacturing processes and a keen interest in the battery cell processes
Exceptional analytical and negotiation skills
4 years of relevant experience in supply chain or battery engineering
Compensation and 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
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 : $104,000 - $192,000