Cost & Optimization Program Manager, Cathode Manufacturing

What to Expect Tesla’s Cathode Advanced Manufacturing team is looking for an experienced Cost & Optimization Program Manager to join our team and manage all aspects of the financial planning operations for a novel battery chemical plant, beginning commercial scale production in Austin, TX. Cost & Optimization Program Manager 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 plant financial evaluation and economic forecasting with a technical knowledge of chemical process manufacturing. You will be responsible for providing financial analysis and support to the plant operations team, ensuring compliance with all corporate financial policies and procedures, identifying cost improvement opportunities, and providing granular visibility to the financial performance of the plant.

What You'll Do

• Provide financial analysis, guidance, and support to steer leadership strategy decisions
• Perform quantified economic evaluations of plant expansions and improvement projects
• Manage financial reporting for the plant, including monthly and annual financial plans and forecasts
• Develop and monitor annual operating budgets and forecasts
• Analyze financial performance and identify areas for improvement
• Evaluate and support policy, government, and strategic partnerships in the EV battery space
• Ensure compliance with all corporate financial policies and procedures
• Develop workflow development for managing plant inventory and fixed assets
• Work with corporate tax team to ensure compliance with all tax laws and regulations

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Finance, or Accounting or equivalent experience
• Strong knowledge of financial management and economic analysis
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Willingness to relocate to Austin

Compensation and Benefits

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

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process. Apply Job!