Supply Chain Manager, Power Electronics Mechanical Components

Supply Chain Manager, Power Electronics Mechanical Components Tesla Motors, Inc. 108,000 - 198,000 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Palo Alto Jun 05, 2026
What to Expect We are looking for a Supply Chain Manager for Power Electronics Mechanical Components to drive our nextgeneration architectures and devices across all our vehicles and deliver results in highly innovative and fastpaced environment. This position will focus on leading one of the most strategic categories and includemanaging a global supply base, developing, and owning supplier and partner relationships, defining thecategory and supply base strategy, management and negotiation of Supply Agreements and related contractualexecution activities. An ideal candidate will have high ambition to grow within Tesla and bring highenergy/impact to succeed in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated ability to successfully navigate throughambiguities/difficult obstacles through collection of facts & data, advanced planning, evaluation ofalternatives, open-mindedness, thought-through strategy, and superior communications to lead cross-functionalorganizations through sourcing activities. What You'll Do
Own RFI's & RFQ's - ensuring all commercial and technical terms are agreed and documented
Ensure contracts (NDA, multiparty NDAs, General Terms, etc.) are drafted, negotiated, and executedwell with key supplier partners
Drive continual cost reduction and cost avoidance initiatives through price negotiations
Cover all areas of commodity management including business plans, market intelligence, technology roadmaps, cost modeling, and sourcing strategies
Manage supplier relationships and performance, including but not limited to dispute resolution, supplier scorecards, and periodic business reviews
Participate in DFM reviews, change control meetings, and other technical discussions with Engineering and SIE partners and drive decisions from a cost and supply perspective
Be able to understand technical drawings, specifications and have a fundamental knowledge of a multitude of manufacturing processes (stamping, plating, casting, extrusions, machining, overmolding, etc. What You'll Bring
Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Computer Engineering, etc.)or equivalent experience
2+ years of experience in Component or Product Design or Manufacturing and/or 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Sourcing, Business Development, Strategic Deal Making and Negotiation
Knowledge of high volume manufacturing processes and methodologies for metals, plastics, enclosures, assembly and test for complex mechanical components
Strong understanding of costing concepts, i.e., cost reduction strategies, cost modeling etc.
Experience in supplier evaluation/selection and strong contract negotiation skills
Experience building relationships with engineering, product management, and other cross-functional partners and drive discussions around optimization of technical specifications, and features vs. value trade-offs 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
$108,000 - $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.