Supply Chain Manager, Crash Safety, Sensing

Supply Chain Manager, Crash Safety, Sensing Tesla - 3.3 Fremont, CA Job Details Full-time $104,000 - $192,000 a year 20 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Flextime Adoption assistance Employee assistance program 401(k) matching Employee discount Benefits from day one Pet insurance Qualifications Vendor relationship building Cost management Market research projects Pricing Strategic management Market analysis Procurement strategy development Engineering Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) Electrical engineering 3 years Developing strategic sourcing strategies Product development Vendor relationship management Contracts Vendor contract management Quality standards in production Procurement contract negotiation Manufacturing Senior level Cross-functional collaboration Business Operations Implementing cost-saving initiatives Supply Chain Management Mechanical knowledge Cross-functional communication Supply chain collaboration Supply chain process improvement Full Job Description What to Expect We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Supply Chain Manager to lead the sourcing, strategy, and supplier relationships for crash safety, seat sensing, and seat belt commodities. This individual will work closely with engineering teams, quality partners, and external suppliers to ensure that these commodities meet rigorous performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency standards. Reporting to the Staff Supply Chain Manager, you will be a key resource supporting various engineering groups within Tesla, ensuring seamless alignment with Tesla's goals. In this fast-paced, dynamic environment, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement sourcing strategies that guarantee optimal supply assurance, pricing, flexibility, quality, and delivery performance. You'll explore and industrialize technologies while building strong relationships with suppliers to meet Tesla's strategic objectives. This role offers the exciting opportunity to shape future technologies while advancing Tesla's mission to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. This is an opportunity to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and make a lasting impact in an industry that's transforming the world. What You'll Do Lead the end-to-end sourcing and procurement process for crash safety and seat sensing commodities, managing RFQs, contract negotiations, NDAs, General Terms & Conditions, and Piece Price Agreements to ensure transparent and efficient business transactions Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers, building a reliable supply base to support the evolving needs of these commodities Drive strategic negotiations on piece pricing and product development with suppliers, aligning cost expectations, quality standards, and performance requirements Collaborate closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to define specifications, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance Continuously conduct market research and stay updated on advancements in technologies, designs, and systems to identify cutting-edge solutions that can enhance performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness Develop and implement sourcing strategies that align with Tesla's long-term visions, ensuring the right suppliers are in place to meet technological and production demands Spearhead cost reduction initiatives that balance cost efficiency with uncompromising quality and reliability, optimizing the supply chain for camera modules and related assemblies What You'll Bring 5+ years of experience in supply chain management, or commodity management, for direct categories used in high volume manufacturing products 3+ years of experience in Automotive supply chain management, or commodity management with mechanical and electrical commodities Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering or equivalent experience Preferred experience with mechanical/electrical engineering concepts related to the commodity and ability to generate bottom-up should costs based on the understanding of manufacturing process Ability to travel up to 25% of the time Proficient knowledge of technical requirements & design of the product and be able to influence cross functional partners with detailed analysis that supports optimized pricing and product sourcing decisions Technical and commercial understanding of supply chain and manufacturing processes for mechanical and electrical components 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 $104,000 - $192,000/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. Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.