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Supply Chain Manager, Battery Chemicals

Tesla
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/9/2026
What To Expect
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 the supply chain for chemicals such as electrolyte and electrolyte sub-components for Tesla battery cells.  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.  

What You'll Do

  • Negotiate commercial agreements with supply chain partners such as GTC, PPA, license agreements, MTA, etc.
  • Manage supplier relationships to optimize cost and to scale battery material capacity
  • Conduct global market analysis to identify new chemical manufacturing partnership opportunities by evaluating technology and process capability 
  • Lead large-scale supplier investment projects from idea to implementation 
  • 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 


  • What You'll Bring

  • Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemistry, Material Science or equivalent experience
  • 5 years of work experience in Engineering, Engineering Sales, Manufacturing Planning, or Supply Chain Management role
  • Ability to make decisions based on limited information 
  • Analytical with ability to build out Should-Cost models and cost forecasts  
  • 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 
  • Prior experience with batteries with battery materials preferred 


  • Benefits
    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


  • Expected Compensation

    $84,000 - $324,000/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.

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    Salary : $84,000 - $324,000

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