Materials Planner, Spares, Megafactory

Tesla is seeking a motivated, experienced, and knowledgeable Material Planner to work in Equipment Spares. The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably working with medium to high-volume products. This position will require a person that is capable of understanding the details of manufacturing processes and business needs.


Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and manage assigned critical spare parts for various product lines and Equipment
• Collaboration and close communication with Sustaining Engineering, manufacturing and Maintenance for part identification, required min inventory needs and urgent orders
• Work closely with Spares Manager and Technicians for physical inventory audits, shipping, receiving and logistic support
• Work fluidly in a highly cross-functional team environment involving manufacturing and product development teams, as well as Supply Chain Specialists, Manufacturing Engineers, and Logistics personnel
• Monitor part coverage, track consumption trends and execute/adjust purchase orders as needed based on demand and capacity change. Support of emergency orders outside of normal office hours as needed
• Identify and negotiate cost-reduction opportunities and collaborate with cross-functional teams to reduce operations cost
• Generate and publish data-driven metrics of performance of overall work scope

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree preferred in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering and/or equivalent experience or evidence of exceptional ability
• Proficiency in MS Excel
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work in an extremely fast-paced environment
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks based on demand
• Problem-solving ability in cross-functional and multi-cultural environments
• Open-minded, collaborative, and team-oriented attitude with a strong work ethic
• Must have a strong command of the english lanuage, both written and verbal

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

$61,200 - $189,000/annual salary, depending on level + 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.