Senior Supply Chain Environmental Specialist

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Specialist to support our Supply Chain Organization in responsible sourcing topics with a focus on growing Tesla’s engagement with the supply base in the topics of water conservation, circular materials, and biodiversity. A successful candidate will build a deep understanding of Tesla’s current efforts on responsible sourcing and how those efforts meet global expectations. The role requires in-depth knowledge of international standards and practices in the areas of environmental management, water conservation, and biodiversity (TNFD) as well as an understanding trends and best practices for public disclosure on these topics. In this role you will lead Tesla’s strategy around engaging the supply base on these interrelated environmental topics, as well as defining the KPIs and data-management systems.  An ideal candidate has experience launching data-driven programs, has exposure to one or more manufacturing/industrial/mining environments, and has a solid foundation in responsible sourcing topics such as water conservation, circular materials, or biodiversity. The role will interact with both key leadership personnel as well as day-to-day operations on a regular basis and hence require the ability to perform hands-on operational tasks as well as strategize on longer term solutions.