Sr. Global Supply Manager, LTL & Milkrun Logistics

What You'll Do

• Define and execute the multi-year North America category strategy for LTL and Milkrun, including should-cost models, supplier segmentation, network design, and consolidation roadmaps
• Lead cross-functional design and optimization of multi-stop milkrun routes serving factory and service network locations across the US, Canada, and Mexico
• Run the region's largest RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs spanning domestic, intra-Canada, intra-Mexico, and cross-border LTL programs
• Own US-Mexico and US-Canada LTL/milkrun flows in coordination with Trade & Customs, including IMMEX, C-TPAT, FAST, and CARM considerations
• Lead negotiation and execution of NDAs, SOWs, Master Transportation Agreements, and rate schedules in partnership with Legal
• Deliver multi-million-dollar annual savings through bid rotations, mode conversions, trailer-fill improvements, and reduction of expedited freight
• Set the KPI framework and lead executive business reviews with strategic carriers, owning escalations, disputes, and corrective action plans
• Partner with senior leaders in Plant Logistics, Material Planning, Manufacturing Engineering, Finance, and Logistics Operations
• Education cross-functional teams and analysts on category strategy, negotiation, and stakeholder management
• Track NA LTL market capacity, indices, fuel trends, and milkrun best practices to keep Tesla's network ahead of the market

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or related engineering field, or equivalent experience
• 8+ years in transportation sourcing and carrier management within North America, including demonstrated leadership of LTL category strategy and/or inbound milkrun network design at an OEM, automotive, or large-scale manufacturing company
• Proven ability to influence Director/VP-level stakeholders, lead cross-functional initiatives without direct authority, and present to executive leadership
• Expert-level understanding of NA LTL pricing mechanics including base rates, FAK, discounts, accessorials, fuel, minimums, and NMFC classification
• Deep expertise in milkrun route design including stop sequencing, time windows, trailer optimization, and frequency tuning
• Established executive-level relationships across the NA LTL carrier base including national, regional, and cross-border specialists
• Advanced proficiency with TMS data, rating engines, and analytics tools such as Excel, SQL, or Power BI
• Deep command of purchasing processes including SOPs, RFIs/RFPs/RFQs, POs, MSAs, supplier scorecards, and contract governance
• Executive-level negotiation, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to operate autonomously in high-pressure environments
• Willingness to travel approximately 25-35% across the US, Canada, and Mexico

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical plans
• Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
• Dental and vision plans
• Health Savings Account contributions
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and vacation time
• Company-paid commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks