Supply Chain Manager, RF & Wireless Connectivity Commodities

at  Tesla

JOB TYPE

Full-time
Tesla participates in the E-Verify Program
What to Expect
We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated EE Global Supply Manager to support our development teams and contract manufacturing partners in the sourcing of semiconductor EE components. These could include specific parts related to Tesla vehicles, Tesla energy and/or any other components intrinsic to the successful manufacturing of our products. This role will report to our Supply Chain Group Manager and in parallel be an active sourcing resource supporting our various Engineering groups within Tesla.

What You’ll Do

• Owner of connectivity and sensors semiconductor commodity end to end from influencing engineering design all the way through end of life.
• Owner of RFQ’s - ensuring all commercial terms are agreed and documented. Ensures Non-Disclosure Agreements, General Terms & Conditions, Piece Price Agreements, and other related contracts are negotiated and appropriately before business is initiated
• Drive piece price to ensure that Tesla’s commodity pricing met Best-In-Class expectations, while meeting Supplier Industrialization standards of Best-In-Class quality, in addition to driving continual cost reduction and avoidance initiatives through ad-hoc price negotiations
• 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
• Participate in design reviews, change control meetings, and other technical discussions with Engineering partners
• Ability to understand technical datasheets and specifications as well as basic knowledge of manufacturing process controls and quality assurance for their commodity space
• Comfortable communicating with technical stakeholders both internally and externally
• Communicate key supply, cost, and/or quality issues with management teams. Develop corrective action plans to mitigate identified risks

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain management, or commodity management, for direct categories used in high volume manufacturing products
• Technical & commercial understanding of supply chain and manufacturing processes on semiconductor manufacturing (wafer, front end, backend, assembly test, etc)
• 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
• Excellent negotiator
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering or Chemistry and/or evidence of exceptional ability
• Preferred 3+ years of experience in supply chain management, or commodity management in semiconductors (Digital, logic, memory, power ICs, analog ICs…etc) and understanding of at least one semiconductor commodity
• Preferred experience with electrical engineering concepts related to the commodity and ability to generate bottom-up should costs based on the understanding of manufacturing process

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:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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
$72,000 - $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.

• Owner of connectivity and sensors semiconductor commodity end to end from influencing engineering design all the way through end of life.
• Owner of RFQ’s - ensuring all commercial terms are agreed and documented. Ensures Non-Disclosure Agreements, General Terms & Conditions, Piece Price Agreements, and other related contracts are negotiated and appropriately before business is initiated
• Drive piece price to ensure that Tesla’s commodity pricing met Best-In-Class expectations, while meeting Supplier Industrialization standards of Best-In-Class quality, in addition to driving continual cost reduction and avoidance initiatives through ad-hoc price negotiations
• 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
• Participate in design reviews, change control meetings, and other technical discussions with Engineering partners
• Ability to understand technical datasheets and specifications as well as basic knowledge of manufacturing process controls and quality assurance for their commodity space
• Comfortable communicating with technical stakeholders both internally and externally
• Communicate key supply, cost, and/or quality issues with management teams. Develop corrective action plans to mitigate identified risk