Lyten
Director of Logistics & Materials Operations
San Jose, CA · Director
Sponsorship not specified$155k-$233kDetected 51 days ago
ComplianceBudgetingSupply ChainLogisticsERPPerformance ManagementCadenceLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationOSHA
About the role
- Lyten is seeking a Director of Logistics & Materials Operations to own and scale end‑to‑end logistics, inventory, and materials movement across Baytech and supporting domestic and international sites.
- This role is responsible for building a resilient, compliant, and scalable logistics organization capable of supporting advanced battery materials and 3D graphene manufacturing, including Dangerous Goods (DG) handling, import/export, and equipment moves.
- The Director will lead logistics strategy across R&D, pilot, and manufacturing operations, and contract manufacturing sites - ensuring materials availability, cost control, regulatory compliance, and operational continuity during rapid scale‑up.
Responsibilities
- Own site‑to‑site and external logistics flows across Baytech, San Leandro, Osgood, and external partners.
- Build scalable logistics processes that support pilot → production transitions.
- Own all domestic and international shipping, including DG/Classified Materials.
- Own inventory accuracy, traceability, and control, including cycle counts and reconciliation.
- Lead implementation and optimization of ERP, WMS, and TMS tools to enable visibility and scalability.
Requirements
- Proven ownership of multi‑site logistics operations in a fast‑scaling or complex environment.
- Deep experience with:
- Demonstrated ability to work cross‑functionally at the Director / VP interface.
Nice to have
- Experience supporting battery, chemical, semiconductor, or advanced materials manufacturing.
- Hands‑on experience scaling logistics from R&D / pilot to production.
- Experience selecting and implementing WMS/TMS systems.
- Prior responsibility for equipment moves, facility expansions, or greenfield operations.
- International logistics experience (US ↔ Europe/Asia).
- Forklift Certified
- Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to travel between facilities and lift up to 70 pounds
Skills
- Thrive in an environment that celebrates ingenuity, optimism, and meaningful progress - together.
Compensation
- This compensation and benefits information is based on Lyten's estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future.
- We generally do not negotiate on salary once we have made an offer.
- The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include location, relevant prior experience and/or education, or particular skills and expertise.
- New hires joining the company tend to be paid within the starting base pay range noted above, with opportunities to increase pay over time based on development of additional skills, competencies, and company-specific knowledge.
- In addition to base pay this position is eligible for tier based bonus and equity, healthcare, dental, vision, corporate discounts, paid holidays, PTO and sick time, 401K, employee relocation plan (if applicable)
- Export/ITAR Compliance Disclosure:
Benefits
- This compensation and benefits information is based on Lyten's estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future.
- In addition to base pay this position is eligible for tier based bonus and equity, healthcare, dental, vision, corporate discounts, paid holidays, PTO and sick time, 401K, employee relocation plan (if applicable)
- The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include location, relevant prior experience and/or education, or particular skills and expertise.
Company info
- Experience a workplace built on trust, respect, and shared success - where collaboration fuels breakthroughs and everyone's ideas are heard.
- Be part of a fast-moving company entering a commercial growth phase, with opportunities to lead, learn, and make your mark.
Equal opportunity
- Lyten is an equal opportunity employer.
- EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
Visa & Work Authorization
- require compliance with export control laws and, as a result, all interviewed candidates will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export restrictions
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