Supply Chain Program Manager – Drive Unit

Job Category Supply Chain Location Palo Alto, California Req. ID 164179 Job Type Full-time Tesla participates in the E-Verify Program What to Expect The Supply Chain Program Manager – Drive Unit is responsible for ensuring consistent and coordinated efforts exist in for the Tesla Drive Unit programs that span several Global Supply Management teams. The goal: Delivery on-time execution of supplier readiness through driven coordination of cross-functional teams related to Tesla sourced components. The Drive Unit consists of the Inverter, Motor, Geartrain, Lubrication and Cooling system, Enclosures and Mounts. What You’ll Do Connect and coordinate activities between Programs, Engineering, Global Supply Management, Supplier Industrialization, Planning, Logistics, New Program Introduction and Finance to ensure seamless component and product launch, while also limiting exposure to supplier liability/ excess inventory during coordinated program phase-out Collect information and generate presentations to clearly and concisely communicate risk to executive team Develop timelines to plan out part readiness against program timing Develop relationships with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure steady flow of information Understand a broad range of manufacturing processes, both at suppliers and internally to better identify and mitigate potential risks Represent Supply Chain team for risk mitigation and escalation discussions with Executive team, in collaboration with commodity Group Manager Understand sourcing process, and drive team for timing and execution accountability Develop robust systems to track progress of critical manufacturing equipment installation programs Proactively engage with cross-functional stakeholders to plan and roll out integrated systems What You’ll Bring Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in program management with either automotive or manufacturing experience Master’s degree or higher, engineering preferred and/or relevant experience. Excellent communications skills with ability to influence cross functional stakeholders: Programs, Design, Global Supply Management, Supplier Industrialization, Planning, Logistics, New Program Introduction and Finance Excellent analytical and judgment skills. Advanced Excel skills (macros, VBA, etc.) Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment to achieve business objectives. Demonstrated ability to establish business process issues and drive process improvement. Open-minded self-starter with the ability to adapt, improvise and problem solve. Ability to work independently on multiple tasks and projects with various stakeholders Organizational skills to manage transactional details. 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 - $264,000/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. For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site click here to download a free compatible screen reader (free step by step tutorial can be found here ). Please contact accommodationrequesttesla.com for additional information or to request accommodations. Privacy is a top priority for Tesla. We build it into our products and view it as an essential part of our business. To understand more about the data we collect and process as part of your application, please view our Tesla Talent Privacy Notice