Supply Chain Manager, CapEx

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Supply Chain Manager, Capital Equipment to supportour development teams in the sourcing of capital manufacturing equipment for current and future production projects. This rolewill report to our Supply Chain Group Manager and in parallel be an active sourcing resource supporting our various Engineering groups within Tesla.

The Supply Chain Manager builds and leverages strong working relationships with our engineering teams and key suppliers to assure cost, quality, and delivery targets are met. They work toward good supplier relationships and total costs of ownership to achieve maximum advantage for Tesla and our customers.

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 expert overall sourcing expertise.

• Build technical knowledge of manufacturing processes, technology landscape, and supply base for responsible sub-systems
• Owner of RFQ's - ensuring all commercial terms are agreed and documented. Ensures Non-Disclosure Agreements, General Terms & Conditions, and other related contracts are negotiated and appropriately before business is initiated
• Validate, analyze, and make sourcing recommendations based on quote packages from suppliers.Negotiate cost changes related to product design changes on current production
• Support organizational cost management objectives by identifying and negotiating commercial cost reduction opportunities
• Work on "Lean" initiatives and identify other sourcing efficiencies via benchmarking, VA/VE, competitive quotes and resourcing
• Address all areas of category management including category business plans, market conditions, technology roadmaps, cost modeling, and sourcing strategies. Monitor global industry trends, track technology roadmaps, and actively partner with the Design teams to identify/mitigate supply and demand challenges
• Manage respective supplier relationships and performance, including but not limited to dispute resolution, supplier scorecards, and periodic business reviews

• Degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain Management, or equivalent experience

• 2-5 years of experience in a Sourcing role, preferably for capital equipment, spares parts or packaging
• Experience developing "should-cost" estimates, analyzing supplier quotes and good understanding of contract fundamentals
• Open-minded self-starter with the ability to adapt, improvise and problem solve
• Demonstrated experience achieving and exceeding cost-reduction objectives
• Excellent Excel and other MS Office skills required and experience with ERP or MRP purchasing systems preferred
• Ability to work independently on multiple tasks and projects, with various teams including engineers and supply chain personnel. Excellent negotiation, written and verbal skills

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.