Contracts Manager

Contracts ManagerTesla is seeking a skilled Contracts Manager to join the Commercial Legal Team. This role involves partnering with the Supply Chain and Energy Legal Teams to support Tesla's global procurement, sales, and operations initiatives. As a key liaison between business stakeholders and the legal team, the successful candidate will excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and demonstrate exceptional attention to detail. This position will be based in one of Tesla's offices in the Bay Area of California or Austin, Texas.ResponsibilitiesReview, negotiate, draft, and manage a variety of commercial supplier, customer, and energy-related contracts, including non-disclosure agreements, supply agreements, sales agreements, service agreements, and licensing agreementsManage contract repositories and databasesMonitor legal support ticketing systems and commercial legal team mailboxesCreate and manage playbooks and training content for key initiatives within the commercial legal teamDevelop and implement process improvements to increase contract efficiency and reduce cycle timesProvide support on transactions and related matters that support the day-to-day operations of the companyDevelop strong relationships with internal business clients and stakeholdersRequirementsBachelor's degree (J.D. strongly preferred), or equivalent experience5+ years of contract management experience, preferably in a supply chain, energy, manufacturing, or technology environmentProficiency with contract management systemsExperience working cross-functionally with legal and business teamsStrong understanding of commercial contract terms and legal principlesExcellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skillsHigh attention to detail and excellent organizational skillsCompensation & BenefitsBenefitsAlong with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&DShort-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)Employee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks programExpected Compensation $92,000 - $138,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.