Director of Logistics

About the Company

Proper Voltage is unlocking the next generation of battery technology across robotics, data centers, and defense. We're building intelligent battery systems that make advanced chemistries work in products that were never designed for them.

Responsibilities

  • Establish and manage freight forwarder relationships, focusing on Asia-origin freight
  • Negotiate freight rates and service levels to optimize cost and visibility
  • Qualify and manage dangerous-goods-certified carriers for outbound shipments
  • Own hazmat shipping documentation, labeling, and driver certification requirements
  • Build and own the customer delivery experience, including scheduling and issue resolution
  • Partner with contract manufacturers on packaging design and final validation
  • Build the RMA and defective unit return process for reverse logistics
  • Manage the Materials Program Manager and align inbound strategy with material needs

Requirements

  • 8+ years in logistics, transportation, or supply chain operations
  • Direct ownership of dangerous goods or regulated product shipping
  • Expertise in hazmat/DG shipping compliance (documentation, labeling, carrier certification)
  • Experience negotiating international freight forwarder contracts
  • Experience building or scaling a logistics function from an early stage
  • Direct people management experience
  • Ability to operate independently in a startup environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience shipping industrial batteries or energy storage products
  • Experience with packaging design and validation for large-format products
  • Experience serving defense or government customers
  • Experience with reverse logistics and field service coordination
  • Early-stage startup experience
  • Familiarity with customs brokerage and cross-border trade compliance

Benefits

  • Base salary of $200,000 to $220,000, plus equity
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible PTO with a generous holiday policy
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