Staff Supplier Environmental Sustainability Specialist Tesla Motors, Inc. 108,000 - 198,000 USD paid holidays, flex time, 401(k) United States, California, Fremont Aug 06, 2026
What to Expect The Responsible Sourcing & Supplier Due Diligence Team is looking for a highly skilled and motivated specialist to support Tesla's growing supplier environmental responsibility program, including our Net-Zero Emissions 2040 target. The ideal candidate for the Staff Supplier Environmental Sustainability Specialist position should have expertise developing and implementing strategic environmental sustainability programs in a manufacturing supply chain. This role supports our supply chain manufacturing and engineering operations by integrating sustainability into core processes, ensuring compliance, driving environmental initiatives and excelerating Tesla's mission of Amazing Abundance. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams build and drive Tesla's supply chain environmental strategy including mitigating negative impacts, fostering supplier best practices, tracking progress and communicating to stakeholders. What You'll Do
Lead consolidation of Tesla supply chain environmental strategy to improve effectiveness, efficiency, and governance across teams
Own continued development and execution of the multi year net zero emissions roadmap across the Tesla supply chain
Drive supplier decarbonization by engaging suppliers on reduction projects, renewable electricity adoption, and capability building while tracking progress against Tesla targets
Partner with Supply Chain, Design, Engineering, and Manufacturing to embed sustainability and low carbon concepts into end to end product development
Build key performance indicators and leadership communications that demonstrate program trajectory, next steps, and decisions needed
Ensure Tesla shows continued leadership in public disclosures through high quality supply chain environmental data and clear stakeholder reporting What You'll Bring
Degree in engineering (environmental / chemical / mechanical / sustainability), or equivalent experience
8+ years experience in manufacturing setting especially metals/plastic sectors, and well versed in environmental and sustainability topics
Proven stakeholder management skills and ability to build consensus across diverse interest in support of program goals
Experience developing or executing environmental sustainability strategies and multi year roadmaps in a supply chain context, especially across multiple workstreams
Ability to present complex environmental issues clearly and manage multiple initiatives and timelines simultaneously
Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and interpersonal skills working across technical and commercial partners 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.