Job Details

What to Expect

The Service Material Planner isresponsible for ensuring that the right parts are available at the right placeand the right time across the Tesla Energy - Service Value stream. Thisindividual must fully understand Tesla Energy's supply chain and productionoperations, as well as be an expert on their assigned product or commodities.They will deploy inventory strategies, be responsible for product change andassociated material planning implications, manage and solve exceptions, anddrive supplier execution. This role involves daily management of supply andconstraints, status reporting and escalation, supplier engagement and therelentless pursuit of operational excellence and continuous improvement. Thematerial planning role is typically global in scope, and requirescross-functional engagement within Tesla and across the extended supply chain.

What You'll Do

• Create and deploy supply requirements to the supply base via MRP which achieves production, inventory and cost objectives. Ensure demand from all sources (production, aftermarket, engineering, etc.) is supported appropriately
• Apply analytics and supply chain expertise to manage system parameters and meet target inventory and service level goals while minimizing costs and obsolescence
• Build and maintain operational partnerships with assigned suppliers. Act as the primary interface with suppliers on delivery status, issues and resolution. Escalate to commercial or technical partners when required (GSM, accounts payable, quality, engineering, etc.)
• Support onboarding and training of new suppliers to ensure operational excellence and compliance with Tesla's supply chain processes and policies
• Coordinate supplier ramp up and down for new product launches, ensuring suppliers deliver shipments needed to support production targets
• Deliver clear-to-build status, material coverage, run-out reports and other analyses as needed. Provide data-driven decision support to the broader organization through what-if and scenario planning (as examples)
• Partner with Key Service Supply Chain Service Supply Chain, partnering with Engineering, Demand Planning, Material Planning and GSM team

What You'll Bring

• At least 3 years' experience in manufacturing, finance, or supply chain management with a Degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Industrial Engineering or similar discipline or equivalent experience. CPIM or APIC training is a plus
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP with a solid understand of discrete manufacturing, bills of material, product lifecycle management, procure to pay processes and supply chain ops
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to evaluate and analyze data to enable operational decision-making or present clear recommendations to leadership
• Demonstrated skills in supplier operational and relationship management
• Passionate and high energy, with the diplomacy and cooperative style necessary to positively influence others, both inside and outside of Tesla
• Ability to write, speak and present effectively and persuasively
• Ability to work independently on multiple tasks and projects in a dynamic, fast paced environment. Flexibility and adaptability are key

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:

• 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 $66,400 - $138,000/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.