Supply Chain Manager, Human Rights

About the role

• Supply Chain Manager, Human Rights | Tesla (Supply Chain)
• Location: Palo Alto, California | Req ID: 264770 | Job Type: Full-time
• What to Expect

We are looking for a Supply Chain Manager (SCM) to support our responsible sourcing efforts in the battery supply chain as we accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy. The SCM will proactively assess human rights and social risks in the battery supply chain and drive targeted and innovative activities to elevate supplier sustainability performance.

The role is in Tesla’s Battery Responsible Sourcing (RS) team, which is part of the Battery Cell Supply Chain Management (SCM) organization that includes commercial procurement and supplier industrialization engineering. The role will focus on suppliers for our growing Energy (Megapack, Powerwall) business.

The ideal candidate is passionate about advancing sustainability in battery and critical mineral supply chains, has a strong background in human rights, and excels in a dynamic environment that allows them to independently develop innovative approaches.

What You'll Do

• Develop and implement strategies to improve labor standards and working conditions, including managing and analyzing social audits
• Engage with suppliers to develop action plans and drive improvements in working conditions, environmental management, and corporate governance
• Collect, analyze, and report on complex supply chain data; track supplier performance using KPIs to identify trends and prioritze action
• Perform due diligence across battery and critical mineral supply chains using third-party platforms and other external sources
• Present strategic risk assessments and mitigation strategies to internal stakeholders, including commercial supply chain managers and executives
• Review supplier contracts to ensure robust responsible sourcing clauses are embedded
• Conduct regular on-site supplier visits, sometimes on short notice

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Human Rights, International Relations, Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 4+ years of relevant experience in supply chain
• Strong analytical skills with experience in tracking supplier KPIs and translating data into actionable insights
• Familiarity with battery cell manufacturing processes, knowledge of Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery supply chain is a plus
• Understanding of relevant responsible sourcing standards, frameworks, and audit processes
• Strong precision and attention to detail
• Ability to excel in fast-paced, complex, and ambiguous situations
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to foster cross-functional collaboration, including with Commercial Procurement, Trade Legal, Policy, and Engineering functions
• Ability to travel at short notice, domestic & internationally as needed
• The position will be required to be on-site in Palo Alto, CA

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
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)

Expected Compensation$104,000 - $156,000/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.