TL; DR
- While compiling this report, we found several job roles listed for the Indian subcontinent on Tesla’s official LinkedIn page.
- Given that India has reduced the basic customs duty on imported cars, which cost more than $40,000, down to 70% (from 110%), it would make sense for the company to step foot in the market.
Following Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with Tesla CEO Elon Musk last week, the American automaker is hiring for several roles in India, including roles like Store Manager, Tesla Advisor, and Customer Support Supervisor. From what it looks like, the global EV leader is finally ready to enter the Indian market.
What Roles Is Tesla Hiring For In India?
While compiling this report, we found the following job roles listed for the Indian subcontinent on Tesla’s official LinkedIn page, with over 12 million followers.
- Tesla Advisor
- Customer Support Specialist
- Customer Support Supervisor (Mumbai)
- Order Operations Specialist (Mumbai)
- Inside Sales Advisor
- Store Manager (Mumbai and Delhi)
- Service Manager (Mumbai and Delhi)
- Consumer Engagement Manager
In fact, the company is hiring for a total of 13 roles in the country, including technicians and advisors. While most of the roles are available in Mumbai, some of them are for positions in both Mumbai and Delhi. These could also be the first cities to get a Tesla showroom.
The Indian Government Has Reduced Basics Customs Duty On Premium Imported Vehicles
Given that India has reduced the basic customs duty on imported cars, which cost more than $40,000, down to 70% (from 110%), it would make sense for the company to step foot in the market. Further, entering India could open up a new revenue stream for the company, as it is struggling to maintain sales in the global markets (especially in China, one of its key markets).
Telsa has considered entering into India for a long time. Last year, Musk expressed his intent to visit India and meet the Indian Prime Minister but didn’t do so as the company was reportedly struggling to keep up sales in its key markets. It was also reported how the EV maker’s foray into the market could have brought in $3 billion to the Indian EV industry.
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