Global Supply Manager, APAC Logistics Procurement

We’re looking for a highly motivated and experienced Procurement Professional to join our growing team to support Logistics Operations for our Asia Pacific markets. This role is currently responsible for eight APAC markets, but this number is continually expanding as Tesla continues to grow. You will be responsible for RFP’s, vendor management, understanding and procuring services per operations and business requirements.

You will be looking after all logistics activities related to finished goods (motors & energy) as well as spare parts and service logistics. The ideal candidate will have a track record of significant achievements, tremendous drive, and a willingness to roll up their sleeves. This role will be based in Sydney. Owner of RFI's, RFP's and RFQ's - ensuring all commercial terms are agreed and documented Ensures NDA, SOW's and Master Purchase Agreement are positioned appropriately before business is initiated Develop business strategies around the Finished Vehicle, Warehousing, Customs and Service Parts Logistics industries to drive price negotiations processes and ensure best in-class pricing Knowledge of vehicle transport, ground trucking market, 3PL's , Air, Ocean and LTL contracts Understanding of Energy Products and Danger Goods Management.

( Eg. Lithium Batteries, and other energy storage solutions) Responsible for maintaining productive global transportation and ancillary service contracts Drive continual cost reduction and avoidance initiatives through strategic price negotiations Address all areas of Special Equipment management related to category business plans, global market and pricing analysis and procurement support Lead purchasing activities with internal stakeholders: Finance, Energy Distribution, Logistics Operations, Trade Teams and Engineering departments and develop bid specifications, negotiate contracts, and consolidate results in order to deliver sourcing recommendations Analyse current spend and evaluate current suppliers Consolidate spend across supply base to create leverage, analyse purchasing trends and develop sourcing alternatives.

Identify new high potential suppliers on global basis Conduct negotiations and secure comprehensive agreements with suppliers Maintain a high level of industry expertise and supplier/market conditions Manage respective supplier relationships and performance, including but not limited to dispute resolution Develop key performance measures for chosen suppliers and negotiate on multiple variables to award longer-term strategic contracts that result in significant cost reduction and improved service levels Evaluate supplier business proposals and present recommendations that will result in cost savings, avoidance, or containment Develop sourcing and negotiation strategies that deliver against business objectives and achieves sustainable relationships with suppliers Create competitive environments with suppliers to support a negotiation strategy Evaluate and provide guidance on final selection of suppliers; Perform value analysis for final selection of suppliers Evaluate supplier core competencies and competitive positioning using industry cost models Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Supply Chain, with Masters / MBA preferred 7-10+ years of related experience in Vendor/Carrier management equivalent experience with evidence of exceptional ability Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work in an extremely fast-paced environment Project related experience in Special Logistic Equipment Services Track record in planning, execution, and delivery of projects and Category Management.

Knowledge of purchasing processes (SOP's, RFP / RFQ / RFI's, PO's etc.) Superior negotiation, organization, analytical, and communication skills, ability to work in a fast-paced environment and deliver high quality results Excellent written and oral communication, and interpersonal skills, including an ability to effectively communicate across all levels of an organization, technical and non-technical audience Benefits In addition to a competitive compensation package, Tesla Australia & New Zealand is pleased to offer the following benefits for permanent employees: Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) - Purchase Tesla stock twice per year at a 15% discount Parental leave (no minimum employment period) Primary carers – 18 weeks at full pay or 36 weeks half pay Secondary carers – 6 weeks full pay Miscarriage leave - 10 days Employee Vehicle Loan Program Novated Leasing (AU only) Employee Vehicle Finance program (AU only) - Tesla subsidises your loan interest Well-being Fund – An annual allowance of $950 USD for all employees to support their well-being in ways that are meaningful to them Health insurance discounts (AU only) Bike to work – $10 per day if you cycle to work Employee Assistance Program - Free and confidential counselling for all staff and their families Annual Flu Vaccines Birthday Leave, Cultural Significance Leave and Volunteer Leave Some eligibility criteria may apply, benefits detailed above are subject to change / withdrawal at Tesla’s discretion with no prior notice.