Supply Chain Manager, Flexible Printed Circuits

Description:
We are looking for a Supply Chain Manager for Flexible Printed Circuits to drive cutting edge technologies across all our vehicles and special projects that are highly innovative and fast paced. This position will focus on leading one of the most strategic categories and include managing a Global supply base, developing and owning supplier and partner relationships, defining the category and supply base strategy, management and negotiation of Supply Agreements and related contractual execution activities. An ideal candidate will have high ambition to grow within Tesla and bring high energy/impact to succeed in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated ability to successfully navigate through ambiguities/difficult obstacles through collection of facts & data, advanced planning, evaluation of alternatives, open-mindedness, thought-through strategy, and superior communications to lead cross-functional organizations through sourcing activities.

Responsibilities:
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 negotiation for piece price and product development to ensure that Tesla’s pricing meets best-landed-cost expectations as well as Supplier Industrialization standards of Best-In-Class quality

Ensures contracts are drafted, negotiated, and executed well with key supplier partners

Drive continual cost reduction and cost avoidance initiatives through price negotiations

Cover all areas of FPC component management including business plans, market intelligence, technology roadmaps, cost modeling, and sourcing strategies

Manage supplier relationships and performance, including but not limited to dispute resolution, supplier scorecards, and periodic business reviews

Participate in DFM reviews, change control meetings, and other technical discussions with Engineering and SIE partners and drive decisions from a cost and supply perspective

Understand technical drawings and specifications of FPC’s and manufacturing process tradeoffs

Requirements:
5+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Sourcing, Business Development, Strategic Deals

Experience and knowledge in Flexible Printed Circuits (FPC) and associated component and assembly technologies

Strong understanding of costing concepts, i.e, cost reduction strategies, cost modeling etc

Experience in supplier evaluation/selection and strong contract negotiation skills

Experience building relationships with engineering, product management, and other cross-functional partners and drive discussions around optimization of technical specifications, and features vs. value trade-offs

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering or equivalent experience

Compensation & Benefits:
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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
$88,000 - $198,000/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.