Supply Chain Manager, Semiconductors

About the role

• Supply Chain Manager, Semiconductors | Tesla (Supply Chain)
• Location: PALO ALTO, California | Req ID: 283236 | Job Type: Full-time
• What to Expect

The Supply Chain Manager (SCM) is the owner of Microcontrollers and Microprocessors (Semiconductors) used in hardware designed by Tesla. The SCM ais accountable for commercial outcomes, supply continuity, supplier strategy, and strategic planning of devices to intersect with Tesla's product architecture. The ideal candidate will have experience sourcing semiconductors or complex hardware, and a track record of commercial negotiations.

What You'll Do

• You will be accountable for - setting the strategy, executing commercial agreements, driving supplier performance, and ensuring materials readiness
• You will report into the Semiconductor Strategic Sourcing organization and partner with Hardware & Software engineering, Contract Manufacturers, and Program Managers
• You will engage sophisticated semiconductor partners and operate at the intersection of technical aptitude, commercial strategy, cost, and long-term supply resilience
• Own the assigned electronics commodity end to end — from design influence and technology selection through NPI, ramp, sustaining, and end of life
• Develop and execute category strategy: multi-year business plans, dual-source/make-buy decisions, technology and cost roadmaps, and risk mitigation
• Own commodity supply continuity — capacity, allocation, shortage recovery, and long-term supply assurance across the supplier base
• Own price agreements, should-cost/cost models, and ongoing cost reduction to deliver best-in-class pricing without compromising quality or supply
• Own GT&Cs, commercial frameworks, and RFQs end to end — bid strategy, supplier selection, term closure, and full documentation of awards and agreements
• Partner with Engineering on design reviews and change control to drive design-for-supply and design-to-cost; understand datasheets and process controls for the commodity
• Align with SOMs, OPMs, CMs, and other stakeholders on execution; track and escalate commodity risks with clear recovery plans through closure

What You'll Bring

• 3+ years of experience in commodity management, or strategic sourcing for high-volume manufactured products (electronics preferred)
• Demonstrated end-to-end commodity ownership, including pricing, commercial agreements, supplier performance, and cross-functional leadership
• Experience owning or leading supplier QBRs, scorecards, and executive-level supplier engagement
• Experience negotiating and owning price agreements, GT&Cs, and other commercial terms with suppliers
• Technical and commercial understanding of electronics supply chains; semiconductor manufacturing knowledge (wafer / front-end / back-end / assembly & test) strongly valued depending on commodity assignment
• Ability to influence cross-functional partners with rigorous analysis supporting pricing, sourcing, and risk decisions
• Strong analytical skills; proficiency with Excel-based cost models, reporting, and data-driven recommendations
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Engineering, Data Science, or equivalent practical experience
• Proven ability to drive issues to closure in a fast-paced, matrixed environment while protecting cost, quality, and supply through ramps and sustaining production

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$88,000 - $300,000/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.