Global Supply Chain Manager - Testing Capital Expenditure

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Supply Chain Manager to support Tesla's tester development teams in sourcing capital expenditure testing equipment. This role will report to the Supply Chain Group Manager while serving as an active sourcing resource for various Engineering groups. The ideal candidate will possess experience in robotics, electric vehicles, automotive systems, or high-volume electromechanical products, with the ability to operate as a subject-matter expert independently. Responsibilities include developing and executing sourcing strategies for electro-mechanical components such as CNC-machined parts, die castings, sheet metal, injection-molded plastics, and electromechanical assemblies, alongside building technical expertise in SMT and Module-level testers, including IC testing, flashing fixtures, and functional testers.

Job Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing processes, technology landscape, and supplier pool, and build strong should-cost
• Develop and issue complete RFQ packages to potential suppliers
• Validate, analyze, and make sourcing recommendations based on quote packages from suppliers
• Fully support aggressive program and project timelines
• Direct spend management for tester/fixture equipment covering both NPI and Mass Production
• Support organizational cost management objectives by identifying and negotiating commercial cost reduction opportunities
• Identify qualified suppliers and drive continuous quality improvement
• Cultivate Best-in-Industry supplier relationships as single point of contact for all commercial and strategic issues
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of Tesla’s procurement, production, and related ERP systems
• Build technical knowledge of SMT & Module level tester such as IC testing, flashing fixture, functionaltesters fixture, functional testers

Job Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electric Engineering, Automation Engineering, or Supply Chain Management or equivalent experience
• 1+ years of experience in a Sourcing role, Electronics capital expenditure, preferably for PCBA/Module level testing
• Having expertise on wireless testers is plus
• Understanding of contract fundamentals and experience in handling GT&C and SOW
• Experience developing "should-cost" estimates and analyzing supplier quotes
• Open-minded self-starter with the ability to adapt, improvise and problem solve
• Demonstrated experience achieving and exceeding cost-reduction objectives
• Ability to work independently on multiple tasks and projects, with cross functional teams including engineers and operations team
• Team player and with strong interpersonal and project management skills