Logistics Manager

Form Energy is a U.S. technology and manufacturing company that is developing and commercializing cost-effective multi-day energy storage systems to enable the global electricity system to run on 100% low-cost renewable energy, every day of the year. Driven by Form’s core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is deeply motivated and inspired to create a better world. We seek to transform the energy landscape and do our part in making the world better for all. We are supported by leading investors who share a common belief that low-cost, multi-day energy storage will be a key enabler of tomorrow’s zero carbon electric system.
Role Description
As Form transforms the grid, we are looking for a Logistics Manager to directly enable our multi-day energy storage technology commercialization and scale up. This person will be responsible for developing and executing the strategies to transport goods and deploy Form’s new class of energy storage systems. They will establish a carrier network, oversee regulatory compliance, and deliver optimized strategies that minimize costs, maximize reliability, and mitigate risks associated with the transport and deployment of Form’s systems. 
This person 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. This position is part of the rapidly growing Supply Chain organization, and will report to the Sr. Manager of Supply Chain. It will work very closely with Engineering, Operations, and Finance teams.

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 duties costs
• Establish 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 
• Create and manage RFQs for competitive sourcing
• Ensure regulatory compliance by overseeing packaging and documentation requirements for the transport of goods, including dangerous goods  
• Oversee trade compliance including maintaining customs documentation and reviewing HS code designations
• Integrate transportation management and data sharing between carrier and Form systems
• Audit carrier invoicing on a routine basis
• 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

• 3+ 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 selecting carriers using detailed selection 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 effectively communicate progress and strategic roadmaps
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, finance, or other relevant discipline
• Must be able to work in the US and travel globally as necessary

Form Energy is committed to equitable compensation and we offer a generous benefits package to make sure you have the support you need. We cover 100% of employee premiums and 80% of dependent premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees. We offer a flexible Paid Time Off program and every employee, regardless of gender identity or expression, is eligible for 12 weeks of paid parental bonding leave. We offer a 401k and all employees are granted stock options. A full listing of our benefits is available on our careers page. 
At Form Energy, we are working toward a 100% renewable energy future for everyone in the world. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees and are seeking to build a team that reflects the diversity of the people we hope to serve with our revolutionary products. Form Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.