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Tesla

Supply Chain Manager, Antennas

Tesla, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306

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Tesla is seeking an exceptional Global Supply Manager (GSM) to lead electronics hardware sourcing for our most exciting and transformative products. In this role, you'll develop, refine, and execute sourcing strategies for antennas, PCBAs, custom mechanical parts, and finished assemblies. By ensuring access to advanced technologies at the most competitive terms and costs, you will play a pivotal role in commercializing tomorrow's innovations. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise in sourcing, to include contract manufacturing, PCBA, mechanical fabrication, and semiconductor supply chains. Reporting to the Supply Chain Group Manager, you'll also serve as a key sourcing partner for Tesla's engineering groups. By fostering robust relationships with suppliers and cross-functional teams, you'll drive cost, quality, and delivery performance as you continuously strive to optimize the total cost of ownership. At Tesla, our fast-paced, dynamic environment demands flexibility and adaptability. We're looking for a talented self-starter with a balance of sourcing expertise, technical savvy, and motivation to thrive in an impactful and visible role.

Responsibilities

Own the RFx Process: Lead the end-to-end RFx cycle, including preparing and issuing RFQ(s) to potential manufacturing and supply partners; performing thorough analysis and evaluation of responses; driving negotiations for optimal terms; advocating a path and securing internal approvals; and nominating the selected partner(s) that meet Tesla's strategic objectives Collaborate on Product Launches: Partner closely with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to orchestrate seamless New Product Introduction (NPI) and efficient scaling to mass production Build Category Strategies: Develop, align, and execute comprehensive category strategies to meet Tesla's long-term supply chain objectives and effectively partner with stakeholders to inform and influence executive-level decisions Become a Category Expert: Gain a deep understanding of the supply base; fabrication and assembly processes, materials, lead times, global trends and dynamics, emerging technologies, and other nuances to enable proactive decision-making Assess and Mitigate Risks: Evaluate global supply chain risks and develop robust contingency plans to support Tesla's high-volume production requirements Contract Management: Ensure Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), General Terms & Conditions, Piece Price Agreements, and related contracts are in place before initiating business Develop Supplier Performance Metrics: Establish key performance indicators and monitoring processes for selected suppliers, to enable visibility to trends, risks, and opportunities Requirements

7+ years of experience in sourcing or procurement with a focus on antenna, PCBA, or electronics manufacturing Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience Excellent data-driven decision making, problem solving, and analytical skills, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with tight deadlines Proven ability to develop and execute sourcing strategies that align with business goals and drive measurable impact Exceptional communication and negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple teams and levels Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, operations, finance, and legal team to drive alignment and execute sourcing strategies Ability to build and maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring strategic collaboration and mutual growth Managing various aspects of core PCBA manufacturing, material planning, strategic sourcing, inventory control, should cost analysis, and risk management Deep understanding of PCBA manufacturing process (SMT, through-hole, testing, and final assembly) Familiarity with key semiconductor components in automotive applications such as MCUs, SoCs, and power electronics (MOSFETs, LGBTs) etc.

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 $82,800 - $189,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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.