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Supply Chain Manager, Semiconductors Tesla Motors, Inc. 88000

• 300000 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Palo Alto Sep 12, 2026
  What to Expect
  The Supply Chain Manager (SCM) is the owner of Microcontrollers and Microprocessors (Semiconductors) usedinhardware designed byTesla.

The SCMais accountablefor commercial outcomes, supply continuity, supplier strategy, and strategicplanning ofdevicesto intersect withTesla's product architecture.

The ideal candidate will have experience sourcing semiconductors or complex hardware, anda track recordof commercial negotiations. What You'll Do

You will be accountable for-settingthestrategy, executing commercial agreements, driving supplier performance, and ensuring materials readiness

You will reportinto the Semiconductor Strategic Sourcing organizationand partner with Hardware & Softwareengineering, Contract Manufacturers, and Program Managers

You will engage sophisticated semiconductor partners andoperateat the intersection of technical aptitude, commercial strategy, cost, and long-term supply resilience

Own the assigned electronics commodity end to end

• from design influence and technologyselectionthrough NPI, ramp, sustaining, and end of life
  Develop and execute category strategy: multi-year business plans, dual-source/make-buy decisions, technology and cost roadmaps, and risk mitigation
  Own commodity supply continuity
• capacity, allocation, shortage recovery, and long-term supply assurance across the supplier base
  Own price agreements, should-cost/cost models, and ongoing cost reduction to deliver best-in-class pricing without compromising quality or supply
  Own GT&Cs, commercial frameworks, and RFQs end to end
• bid strategy, supplierselection, term closure, and full documentation of awards and agreements
  Partner with Engineering on design reviews and change control to drive design-for-supply and design-to-cost; understand datasheets and process controls for the commodity
  Align with SOMs, OPMs, CMs, and other stakeholders on execution; track and escalate commodity risks with clear recovery plans through closure What You'll Bring
  3+ years of experience in commodity management, or strategic sourcing for high-volume manufactured products (electronics preferred)
  Demonstrated end-to-end commodity ownership, including pricing, commercial agreements, supplier performance, and cross-functional leadership
  Experience owning or leading supplier QBRs, scorecards, and executive-level supplier engagement
  Experience negotiating and owning price agreements, GT&Cs, and other commercial terms with suppliers
  Technical and commercial understanding ofelectronicssupply chains; semiconductor manufacturing knowledge (wafer / front-end / back-end / assembly & test) strongly valued depending on commodity assignment
  Ability to influence cross-functional partners with rigorous analysis supporting pricing, sourcing, and risk decisions
  Strong analytical skills;proficiencywith Excel-based cost models, reporting, and data-driven recommendations
  Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Engineering, Data Science, or equivalent practical experience
  Proven ability to drive issues to closure in a fast-paced, matrixed environment while protecting cost, quality, and supply through ramps and sustaining production
  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•$300,000/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.