What To Expect
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.
What You'll Do
Owner of RFI's, RFP's and RFQ's - ensuring all commercial terms are agreed and documentedEnsures NDA, SOW's and Master Purchase Agreement are positioned appropriately before business is initiatedDevelop business strategies around the Finished Vehicle, Warehousing, Customs and Service Parts Logistics industries to drive price negotiations processes and ensure best in-class pricingKnowledge 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 contractsDrive continual cost reduction and avoidance initiatives through strategic price negotiationsAddress all areas of Special Equipment management related to category business plans, global market and pricing analysis and procurement supportLead 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 recommendationsAnalyse current spend and evaluate current suppliersConsolidate spend across supply base to create leverage, analyse purchasing trends and develop sourcing alternatives. Identify new high potential suppliers on global basisConduct negotiations and secure comprehensive agreements with suppliersMaintain a high level of industry expertise and supplier/market conditions Manage respective supplier relationships and performance, including but not limited to dispute resolutionDevelop 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 levelsEvaluate supplier business proposals and present recommendations that will result in cost savings, avoidance, or containmentDevelop sourcing and negotiation strategies that deliver against business objectives and achieves sustainable relationships with suppliersCreate competitive environments with suppliers to support a negotiation strategyEvaluate and provide guidance on final selection of suppliers; Perform value analysis for final selection of suppliersEvaluate supplier core competencies and competitive positioning using industry cost models
What You'll Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Supply Chain, with Masters / MBA preferred 7-10+ years of related experience in Vendor/Carrier managementequivalent experience with evidence of exceptional abilityAbility to multi-task, prioritize and work in an extremely fast-paced environment Project related experience in Special Logistic Equipment ServicesTrack 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 resultsExcellent 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 themHealth insurance discounts (AU only) Bike to work – $10 per day if you cycle to workEmployee Assistance Program - Free and confidential counselling for all staff and their familiesAnnual 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.
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