Logistics Operations Manager

Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American energy technology and manufacturing company. We are pioneering a new class of iron-air batteries to enable our electric grid to run on clean, reliable and affordable energy, every day of the year.

Over the past few years, Form Energy and our iron-air batteries have received numerous accolades, including being named a “Best Invention” by TIME, a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch” by MIT Technology Review, and “One of the Next Big Things in Tech” by Fast Company. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and are growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States. Pilot production of our iron-air batteries has already begun, and this year, production will take off to high volumes at our new factory in West Virginia.

Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And right now might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of exceptionally talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.

Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.

Role Description

As Form Energy transforms the grid, we are looking for a Logistics Operations Manager to directly enable our multi-day energy storage technology commercialization and scale-up. You will be responsible for developing and executing the strategies to transport goods and deploy Form’s new class of energy storage systems. You will help develop a carrier network, ensure regulatory compliance is adhered to, and deliver optimized strategies that minimize costs, maximize reliability, and mitigate risks associated with the transport and deployment of Form’s systems. 

You will be both the internal and external point of contact for transport, compliance, and related logistics issues. The successful candidate will rely on their experience and deep industry knowledge to bring quantitative oversight and process-oriented approaches to managing the movement of Form’s goods, while developing and maintaining positive, productive relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors alike. Reporting to the Logistics Manager, this position is part of the rapidly growing Supply Chain organization and will work very closely with the Engineering, Operations, and Finance teams.

This opportunity is based out of Form Factory 1 in Weirton, WV. Relocation assistance is available.

What you'll do:

• Develop logistics strategies and roadmaps to minimize costs and maximize reliability for Form's project deployment, including inbound and outbound logistics, considering freight, warehousing, packaging, and tariffs

• Develop  and enable a reliable network of carriers and brokers to manage the flow of goods between Form's suppliers, manufacturing sites, and customer project sites by leveraging in-depth knowledge of routes, modes, schedules, pricing models, and Form's business requirements

• Ensure regulatory compliance by overseeing packaging and documentation requirements for the transport of materials, including dangerous goods and overweight shipments.  

• Oversee trade compliance, including maintaining customs documentation and reviewing HTS code classifications

• Integrate transportation management and data sharing between carrier and Form systems

• Audit carrier invoicing on a routine basis and work to optimize routing and accessorial charges

• Provide shrewd insight and recommendations to engineering and supply chain teams to inform product designs, optimize deployment methods, and minimize landed costs

• Regularly report on status, progress, cost trajectories, and risks

What you'll bring:

• 5+ years professional experience in logistics or supply chain operations, experience at a high volume manufacturer a plus

• Broad knowledge of packaging, transport, and trade compliance regulations

• Experience creating RFQs and down selecting carriers using detailed criteria 

• Quantitative, analytical, data-driven decision maker with a high attention to detail

• Track record of driving projects to completion, delivering results, and bringing new solutions to life 

• Motivated by difficult problems, excited to collaborate across organizations, and seeking individual responsibility 

• Ability to multitask, prioritize efforts, and e