Tesla Motors, Inc.
Materials Planner, LFP Battery Cell Manufacturing
Tesla Motors, Inc., Nevada, Iowa, United States, 50201
What to Expect
Tesla is seeking a motivated, experienced, and knowledgeable Material Planner to work in Spares department. The ideal candidate will have experience performinig both material planning and procurement in a manufacturing environment, with processing equipment This position will require a person that is capable of understanding the details of manufacturing processes and business needs.
What You'll Do
Plan, schedule, and manage assigned critical spare parts for various product lines and facilities
Collaborate and communicate with Sustaining Engineering and Maintenance teams for parts identification, required for minminum inventory needs and urgent orders
Work closely with Spares manager and technicians for physical inventory audits, shipping, receiving and logistic support
Monitor parts coverage, track consumption trends and execute/adjust orders as needed based on demand and capacity changes
Bring awareness in advance to critical inventory shortage and /or supply restraints; suggest and find alternative part and sourcing options
Work with suppliers to issue RFQ for sourcing. Purchasing assigned materials; issue RTV orders for warranty, exchange and refurbishment options to reduce cost
Identify new suppliers and implement contract business opportunities to benefit Tesla
What You'll Bring
Work fluidly in a highly cross-functional team environment involving manufacturing and product development teams, as well as supply chain specialists, manufacturing engineers, and logistics personnel
Identify and implement opportunities to bring total cost of ownership down for sites and energy products, ensuring compliance with responsible sourcing
Manage RFPs, negotiate proposals & set up contracts
Developing data collection, understanding of cost drivers based on raw material and macro-economic trends
Maintaining day-to-day supplier relationships, including performance review, catalogues updated, pricing and orders
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite
Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal
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
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What You'll Do
Plan, schedule, and manage assigned critical spare parts for various product lines and facilities
Collaborate and communicate with Sustaining Engineering and Maintenance teams for parts identification, required for minminum inventory needs and urgent orders
Work closely with Spares manager and technicians for physical inventory audits, shipping, receiving and logistic support
Monitor parts coverage, track consumption trends and execute/adjust orders as needed based on demand and capacity changes
Bring awareness in advance to critical inventory shortage and /or supply restraints; suggest and find alternative part and sourcing options
Work with suppliers to issue RFQ for sourcing. Purchasing assigned materials; issue RTV orders for warranty, exchange and refurbishment options to reduce cost
Identify new suppliers and implement contract business opportunities to benefit Tesla
What You'll Bring
Work fluidly in a highly cross-functional team environment involving manufacturing and product development teams, as well as supply chain specialists, manufacturing engineers, and logistics personnel
Identify and implement opportunities to bring total cost of ownership down for sites and energy products, ensuring compliance with responsible sourcing
Manage RFPs, negotiate proposals & set up contracts
Developing data collection, understanding of cost drivers based on raw material and macro-economic trends
Maintaining day-to-day supplier relationships, including performance review, catalogues updated, pricing and orders
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite
Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal
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
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