Supply Chain Manager, Seat Structures

Tesla Motors, Inc.
101,280 - 189,000 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Fremont
Jul 29, 2025
What to Expect We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Supply Chain Manager to support our development teams & contract manufacturing partners in the sourcing of Direct Supply Chain components & parts. These could include specific parts related to the Model S, Model X, Model 3, Model Y, Semi Truck, Cyber Truck, and other NPI programs, or any other components intrinsic to the successful running of the organization. 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 RFQ's and contract management - ensure Non-Disclosure Agreements, General Terms & Conditions, Piece Price Agreements, and other related contracts are negotiated, agreed and appropriately documented before business is initiated Drive piece price and tooling negotiation process to ensure that Tesla's commodity pricing meet 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 periodic price negotiations Monitor global industry trends, track technology roadmaps, 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 Comfortable communicating with technical stakeholders both internally and externally Lead cross-functional teams to manage project timelines including developing and maintaining action trackers, Gantt charts, other program management tools related to on-time delivery of supplier parts against program timing, can build and maintain relationships with cross-functional teams, and influence timely decisions with key stakeholders to support our mission Communicate key supply, cost, and/or quality issues with management teams and develop corrective action plans to mitigate identified risks What You'll Bring Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, Chemistry, or equivalent experience and evidence of exceptional ability 5+ years of experience in supply chain management or commodity managementassociated tometal stamping or welded assemblies including but not limited to seat structures Technical and commercial understanding of tooling and manufacturing processes associated to metal forming (stamping) and welded assemblies Understanding of the automotive seating industry, including knowledge of seat structure materials, manufacturing processes, and industry standards Experience with mechanical engineering concepts related to the commodity and ability to generate bottom-up should costs based on the understanding of manufacturing process 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 Ability to travel up to 25% of the time 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) 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 $101,280 - $189,000/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.