Supply Chain Manager, Construction Materials Procurement

What You'll Do

• Lead the procurement of construction materials, including pre-qualifying suppliers by assessing their commercial, technical, and delivery capabilities in a high-volume environment
• Identify and onboard new suppliers, negotiating Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and ensuring alignment with Tesla's rapid deployment timelines
• Execute the RFx (Request for Information/Proposal/Quote) process efficiently to contract project scopes on schedule
• Negotiate final contract awards, provide recommendations to stakeholders, and manage contract execution and ongoing relationships
• Operate effectively in ambiguous scopes and schedules, making informed decisions with incomplete information while maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
• Serve as the primary point of contact for day-to-day supplier escalations, ensuring timely resolution under tight timelines and high stakes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) processes, optimizing material sourcing for efficiency and cost-effectiveness
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement strategies, drawing on experience in fast-paced, high-volume operations to motivate teams toward rapid learning and execution

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; equivalent professional experience considered
• At least 5 years of experience in supply chain management or procurement, preferably within the construction or engineering fields
• Proven track record in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, with examples of strong work ethic, self-starting initiative, and motivation to learn and adapt quickly
• Knowledge of construction EPC processes; experience working with general contractors, owners' representatives, or design engineering firms is a strong plus
• Excellent negotiation, interpersonal, analytical, and judgment skills
• Solid understanding of basic contract law, construction contract standards, and procurement best practices
• Ability to work independently on multiple tasks and projects, collaborating with diverse stakeholders while improvising and problem-solving in real-time

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical plans with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both with a $0 paycheck contribution
• Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• 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, Tesla