Program Manager – EMEA Logistics Procurement (m/w/d) - Gigafactory Berlin Brandenburg

What to Expect

Tesla was founded in 2003 with the goal of accelerating the transition to sustainable energy and protecting the planet Earth. Through solar energy, batteries, and electric vehicles, we are building a world of amazing abundance.

At Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg, we manufacture the Model Y, and starting in 2027, we’ll produce everything from battery cells to electric vehicles. This is unique in Europe. Our international team consists of over 12,000 employees from 130 countries. We hire talent at all skill levels - prior experience in the automotive industry is not required. Would you like to help write the next chapter in Tesla’s success story and work at one of Germany’s most modern workplaces? Then this is the right place for you!

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Program Manager for Logistics Procurement to ensure seamless integration of operational changes across logistics networks and procurement processes. This role is critical in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with changes that impact supply chain flows, delivery timelines, vendor performance, and procurement strategy.

You will monitor and evaluate changes in carrier capabilities, transportation costs and procurement contracts to ensure continuity, compliance, and efficiency across Tesla’s logistics network.

What You’ll Do

· Monitor new and changing volumes in EMEA for Inbound and Outbound logistics. Assess logistics impact, cost, and delivery reliability.

· Lead change impact assessments. Flag high-risk changes and ensure documentation, risk mitigation alignment with responsible buyers and stakeholders.

· Track factory program changes. Evaluate ramp-ups, volume shifts and process changes for their effect on logistics flows.

· Deliver data-driven detailed cost reporting. Track landed cost, logistics cost per unit and vendor comparisons. Produce bi-weekly/monthly reports.

· Partner with finance to validate cost models, ensuring accuracy in total cost of ownership.

· Act as the central point for monitoring logistics related governmental regulation changes and impacts to Tesla´s logistics.

· Drive cross-functional collaboration: partner with supply chain, logistics, finance and other stakeholders to ensure operational continuity and cost efficiency.

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.

· 7+ years in related fields with proven data-driven decision-making.

· Expertise in ERP, Power BI, SQL, Excel (advanced) and TMS platforms.

· Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights and recommendations

· Experience working with manufacturing sites and understanding of logistics flows.

· Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

· Spend more than 80% at our Grünheide (Mark) office.

· Occasional business travel might be required.

If you are a proactive, results-driven professional with a passion for optimizing logistics while adhering to responsible sourcing, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our team and play a crucial role in shaping the future of our logistics.

Not only do we offer you an attractive compensation package, but also access to a wide range of perks and benefits. For example:

· Our own medical center, a gym and an in-house barbershop.

· E-bike charging stations in front of the factory, more than 500 free charging stations for electric cars, a bike leasing program, free use of the nextbike bike-sharing fleet, as well as numerous free shuttle bus routes to Grünheide and the surrounding areas.

· You’ll receive subsidized canteen meals, a free S-membership at the Urban Sports Club (discount from M+) and you can sign up for many language courses.

· We also offer all employees a wide range of insurance options, such as a company pension plan, as well as discounts on private insurance and legal protection insurance.

These and many other benefits await you. Join Tesla and help us build a world of amazing abundance.

Candidates are expected to uphold and actively promote sustainability principles in their daily work, operating in line with Tesla Global Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHS&S) Policy and EMAS requirements, fostering a culture of continuous environmental improvement.