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Supply Chain Manager, Returnables

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Tesla

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Logistics
  • Brookshire

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor’s in Supply Chain, 3-5 years’ experience, analytics skills (Excel, SQL, Tableau), strong communication, data evaluation, problem-solving ability, and a passion for process improvement.
  • You will review packaging requirements, identify cost optimization opportunities, develop ROI models, ensure efficient flow of returnables, improve processes, resolve supply chain failures, and collaborate with teams.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, experience and exceptional ability, or equivalent experience
  • At least 3 - 5 years of professional work experience in supply chain, manufacturing or other process critical operations in a fast paced environment
  • Analytics savvy with strong proficiency in Excel and knowledge of SQL, Tableau and or other analytics tools
  • Ability to effectively communicate and work with people from all levels of the organization both at Tesla as well as at suppliers. Should be comfortable handling difficult conversations
  • Ability to evaluate and analyze data to enable operational decision-making or present clear recommendations to leadership
  • Lateral thinker with exceptional judgment – ability to develop process and drive schedules and also comfortable quickly changing direction when that is the best course of action
  • Passionate and relentless in following up on issues until a final resolution achieved and sustained process improvements are deployed and verified

Responsibilities

  • Review Tesla’s returnable packaging requirements for existing and new programs
  • Identify investment opportunities to optimize packaging cost
  • Develop business cases and ROI models for packaging related investments and present to finance and leadership for approval
  • Ensure optimal flow of returnable packaging containers through the supply chain to eliminate back-up expendable packaging cost
  • Create, improve and deploy returnables packaging operation process
  • Identify common packaging supply chain failure modes, determine appropriate response and drive resolution in collaboration with internal teams and external suppliers
  • Work with cross-functional stakeholders such as sourcing and packaging engineering teams to define project priorities

FAQs

What will be my primary responsibilities as a Supply Chain Manager for Returnables?

You will have end-to-end responsibility for returnable packaging operations, including developing business cases for Capex investments, launching new packaging programs, ensuring operational success, and optimizing the flow of returnable packaging containers through the supply chain.

What qualifications are needed for this position?

A Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, or equivalent experience is required, along with at least 3 - 5 years of experience in supply chain, manufacturing, or process-critical operations.

What kind of skills are important for this role?

Strong analytical, project management, and leadership skills are essential. Additionally, proficiency in Excel, and familiarity with SQL and Tableau are important. Effective communication and problem-solving abilities are also crucial.

Will I be required to collaborate with other teams?

Yes, you will work with cross-functional stakeholders such as sourcing and packaging engineering teams to define project priorities and ensure successful operations.

What tools and systems should I be familiar with for this role?

Familiarity with analytics tools such as Excel, SQL, and Tableau is essential for data evaluation and operational decision-making.

What is the work environment like?

The position is fast-paced, requiring flexibility and adaptability to handle a variety of activities and complexities across the organization.

What are the expected outcomes of this role?

You are expected to identify investment opportunities, develop effective packaging operation processes, resolve supply chain issues, and ensure optimal efficiency and cost savings for returnable packaging.

Is experience in IT solutions related to supply chain processes beneficial?

Yes, a strong background in supply chain/logistics processes and related IT solutions will be advantageous for this role.

What benefits does Tesla offer to full-time employees?

Tesla offers competitive pay and benefits, including medical, dental, vision plans, a 401(k) match, employee stock purchase plans, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, and various additional support resources.

Is the work schedule flexible?

Yes, the position offers flexible time options for salary positions, alongside accrued hours for hourly positions.

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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.