What To Expect
Tesla’s Cathode Advanced Manufacturing team is looking for an experienced chemical manufacturing professional to join our team and manage all aspects of strategic financial planning operations for a novel battery chemical plant. As the Operations Cost and Optimization Program Manager, you will be part of a growing team where your impact will contribute to laying the foundation for a new chemical manufacturing operation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chemical manufacturing, with experience in plant financial evaluation and economic forecasting based on sound technical principles. You will be responsible for providing financial analysis and support to the plant operations team, evaluating technical capital deployment opportunities, ensuring compliance with all corporate financial policies and procedures, identifying cost improvement opportunities, and providing granular visibility into the financial performance of the plant.
What You'll Do
Perform techno-economic analysis for plant expansions and improvement projectsIntegrate with upstream and downstream supply chains, both internal and external, to optimize feedstock and offtake opportunitiesEvaluate and support policy, government, and strategic partnerships in the EV battery spaceEstablish work processes and management systems for Logistics and Operations teams to manage financial reporting for the plant, including monthly and annual financial COGS plans and forecastsDevelop and monitor annual operating budgets and forecastsAnalyze financial performance, identify areas for improvement, and ensure compliance with all corporate financial policies and proceduresWork with the corporate tax team to ensure compliance with all tax laws and regulations
What You'll Bring
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivelent experienceMinimum of 3 years of industry experience in large, complex chemical manufacturingStrong knowledge of financial management, economic analysis, and accounting principlesExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environmentWillingness to relocate to Austin
Benefits
Compensation and Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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
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