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Materials Program Manager, NPI Material Planning

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Tesla

Nov 13

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Logistics
  • Austin

Requirements

  • Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, or other related field or equivalent experience and exceptional ability
  • 3+ years related experience in materials management, production planning, material scheduling, or purchasing in a manufacturing environment
  • Proficiency in MS Excel, including ability to maintain and enhance Excel-based material shortage reports
  • Strong analytical capabilities, including ability to optimize delivery costs and inventory levels are desired
  • Knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software, SAP enterprise system inventory management system such as MES is a plus
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks based on demand
  • Ability to present material status effectively in weekly program/executive meetings
  • Ability to solve problems in a fast-paced work environment with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

  • Support programs from prototype phase through start of production until transition to production sustaining team.
  • Own the transition plan for the program parts to be handed over to on-going production.
  • Work with external suppliers to establish the appropriate delivery schedules for individual components, specifying quantity and frequency targeting on-time delivery; coordinate with Supply Chain team and Logistics as needed.
  • Own the leadership communication on the program to all key stakeholders: program management, PMI, engineering & supply chain.
  • Ensure BOM accuracy by working with engineering, PMI and document control team.
  • Maintain accurate MRP data to reflect confirmed delivery quantities and due dates from suppliers, validate, troubleshoot and resolve discrepancies.
  • Collaborate with Supply Chain and Engineering to support material changes resulting from Change action (CAs), plan for new material and minimize obsolescence of old material.
  • Work fluidly in a highly cross-functional team environment involving manufacturing, program management, product development teams, design engineers, supply chain, production control and logistics teams.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Materials Program Manager, NPI Material Planning?

The primary responsibility is to support the planning, warehousing, and delivery of materials for the launch of new programs, from the prototype phase through the start of production until a successful transition to the production sustaining team.

How many years of experience are required for this position?

A minimum of 3 years of related experience in materials management, production planning, material scheduling, or purchasing in a manufacturing environment is required.

Is familiarity with specific software platforms necessary for this job?

Yes, proficiency in MS Excel is required, and knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software, SAP enterprise system, and inventory management systems such as MES is a plus.

What type of educational background is preferred for this role?

A degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field is preferred, or equivalent experience with exceptional ability is acceptable.

What teams will I collaborate with as part of this role?

You will work fluidly in a highly cross-functional team environment involving manufacturing, program management, product development teams, design engineers, supply chain, production control, and logistics teams.

Are there opportunities for career development in Tesla?

Yes, Tesla provides opportunities for career development and growth as a part of the employee benefits package.

What kind of benefits does Tesla offer?

Tesla offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans with options for $0 paycheck contribution, 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, sick and vacation time, and various voluntary benefits.

Will I be required to manage multiple projects simultaneously?

Yes, the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks based on demand is essential for this role.

What is the company culture like at Tesla?

The company culture at Tesla emphasizes innovation, cross-functional collaboration, and a fast-paced work environment that encourages problem-solving with minimal supervision.

Is there any support provided for family building or fertility treatments?

Yes, Tesla offers family-building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits as part of their comprehensive benefits package.

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Tesla

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.

Automotive
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2003
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy through increasingly affordable electric vehicles in addition to renewable energy generation and storage. California-based Tesla is committed to having the best-in-class in safety, performance, and reliability in all Tesla cars. There are currently over 275,000 Model S, Model X and Model 3 vehicles on the road worldwide. To achieve a sustainable energy future, Tesla also created infinitely scalable energy products: Powerwall, Powerpack and Solar Roof. As the world’s only vertically integrated energy company, Tesla continues to innovate, scale and reduce the costs of commercial and grid-scale systems, with the goal of ultimately getting us to 100% renewable energy grids.

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