Global Supply Manager, Battery Raw Materials

Tesla participates in the E-Verify Program What to Expect Join Tesla’s mission to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy and to be on the forefront of revolutionizing the energy industry.
As a Global Supply Manager on the Battery Raw Materials team you will play a critical role in building a global battery raw material supply to enable EV industry growth, deliver cutting edge products, and drive positive impact to the environment.
Tesla is investing heavily to become an industry leader in battery design, engineering, and manufacturing and is building the Battery Raw Materials supply chain team to support EV and stationary storage production at the TWh/yr scale.
The Role: Tesla’s Battery Raw Materials team is looking for a Global Supply Manager who is a strategic thinker with a proven track record of negotiating innovative, large-scale deals and building and managing complex supply chains.
In this role you will be responsible for securing battery raw materials and be involved in product development all the way from R&D to production, while balancing cost, quality, global supply and demand, as well as geopolitical risks.
Tesla is a fast moving, dynamic environment where flexibility and adaptability are key attributes needed for success.
The successful candidate will be a self-starter; motivated, and with a demonstrated track record of achievement.
What You’ll Do Own and execute the supply chain – from collaborating with engineering on new products and developing strategies, to leading supplier selection and negotiation, to managing material qualification and flow into Tesla and third party facilities Negotiate long term deals and contracts, and drive the execution and implementation thereof by leading cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and developing creative solutions to complex issues Leverage your extensive supply chain experience in developing sourcing strategies based on market conditions, technology roadmaps, and changing geopolitical risks; managing supplier relationships; building detailed cost models and driving cost reductions; and collaborating with purchasing counterparts What You’ll Bring BS Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science or evidence of technical experience and exceptional ability; Advanced degrees preferred (e.
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MS, PhD, or MBA) Experience in battery materials, chemical or material mass production preferred OR 10+ years of work experience in a highly technical Global Supply Manager (GSM) role Dedication to the Tesla mission of accelerating the transition to renewable energy 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.
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