Tesla Motors, Inc.
Material Planner, Energy and Charging
Tesla Motors, Inc., Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266
What to Expect
The Material Planner is responsible for ensuring raw materials, components, and subassemblies are delivered to Tesla production sites to support production needs at optimal efficiency. This individual must fully understand Tesla's supply chain and production operations, as well as be an expert on their assigned product or commodities. They will deploy inventory strategies, be responsible for product change and associated material planning implications, manage and solve exceptions, and drive supplier execution. This role involves daily management of supply and constraints, status reporting and escalation, supplier engagement, and the relentless pursuit of operational excellence and continuous improvement. The Supply Chain Planner role is typically global in scope and requires cross‑functional engagement within Tesla and across the extended supply chain.
What You'll Do
Create and deploy supply requirements to the supply base via MRP which achieves production, inventory, and cost objectives
Ensure demand from all sources (production, aftermarket, engineering, etc.) is supported appropriately. Manage planning system parameters and master data to optimally reflect supply chain capabilities and plan supply
Apply analytics and supply chain expertise to manage system parameters and meet target inventory and service level goals while minimizing costs and obsolescence
Build and maintain operational partnerships with assigned suppliers. Act as the primary interface with suppliers on delivery status, issues, and resolution. Escalate to commercial or technical partners when required (GSM, accounts payable, quality, engineering, etc.)
Support onboarding and training of new suppliers to ensure operational excellence and compliance with Tesla's supply chain processes and policies
Coordinate supplier ramp up and down for new product launches, ensuring suppliers deliver shipments needed to support production targets
Deliver clear‑to‑build status, material coverage, run‑out reports, and other analyses as needed. Provide data‑driven decision support to the broader organization through what‑if and scenario planning (as examples)
What You'll Bring
Degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience
2+ years of experience in manufacturing, finance, or supply chain management with CPIM or APIC training as a plus
Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP with a solid understand of discrete manufacturing, bills of material, product lifecycle management, procure to pay processes, and supply chain ops
Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills. Ability to evaluate and analyze data to enable operational decision‑making or present clear recommendations to leadership
Demonstrated skills in supplier operational and relationship management
Passionate and high energy, with the diplomacy and cooperative style necessary to positively influence others, both inside and outside of Tesla
Ability to write, speak and present effectively and persuasively
Compensation and 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
Associate Materials Planner – $59,760 – $89,640/annual salary
Materials Planner – $68,400 – $102,600/annual salary
+ cash and stock awards + benefits for all levels 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.
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What You'll Do
Create and deploy supply requirements to the supply base via MRP which achieves production, inventory, and cost objectives
Ensure demand from all sources (production, aftermarket, engineering, etc.) is supported appropriately. Manage planning system parameters and master data to optimally reflect supply chain capabilities and plan supply
Apply analytics and supply chain expertise to manage system parameters and meet target inventory and service level goals while minimizing costs and obsolescence
Build and maintain operational partnerships with assigned suppliers. Act as the primary interface with suppliers on delivery status, issues, and resolution. Escalate to commercial or technical partners when required (GSM, accounts payable, quality, engineering, etc.)
Support onboarding and training of new suppliers to ensure operational excellence and compliance with Tesla's supply chain processes and policies
Coordinate supplier ramp up and down for new product launches, ensuring suppliers deliver shipments needed to support production targets
Deliver clear‑to‑build status, material coverage, run‑out reports, and other analyses as needed. Provide data‑driven decision support to the broader organization through what‑if and scenario planning (as examples)
What You'll Bring
Degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience
2+ years of experience in manufacturing, finance, or supply chain management with CPIM or APIC training as a plus
Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP with a solid understand of discrete manufacturing, bills of material, product lifecycle management, procure to pay processes, and supply chain ops
Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills. Ability to evaluate and analyze data to enable operational decision‑making or present clear recommendations to leadership
Demonstrated skills in supplier operational and relationship management
Passionate and high energy, with the diplomacy and cooperative style necessary to positively influence others, both inside and outside of Tesla
Ability to write, speak and present effectively and persuasively
Compensation and 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
Associate Materials Planner – $59,760 – $89,640/annual salary
Materials Planner – $68,400 – $102,600/annual salary
+ cash and stock awards + benefits for all levels 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.
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