Director of Logistics & Materials Operations

Director Of Logistics & Materials Operations

Lyten is leading an industrial revolution through Lyten 3D Graphene, a breakthrough supermaterial unlocking a new generation of products from lithiumsulfur batteries and energy storage systems to concrete admixtures, lightweight composites, and next-generation sensors that are revolutionizing industries. Together, these innovations are making a massive global improvement and driving real-world impact across energy, mobility, construction, and defense.

At Lyten, we believe the most meaningful careers begin with purpose and with people who want to make a difference. We're not just developing advanced supermaterials we're about to change the world as we know it, reshaping how energy is stored, how products are built, and how progress is made.

We're entering an exciting growth phase, scaling production across the U.S. and Europe and expanding our team of engineers, scientists, and innovators.

Apply now to join our team and be part of something bigger than yourself where collaboration, creativity, and purpose come together to build the technologies that will define the next century.

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute Lyten's logistics and materials strategy supporting battery materials, graphene, and future products.
• 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.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, IATA, IMDG, OSHA, and local regulations.
• Establish approved carrier networks, contingency plans, and escalation paths to eliminate single points of failure.
• 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.
• Define standards for warehouse layout, material handling, storage, and fire safety.
• Oversee import/export operations, brokers, and freight forwarders.
• Ensure compliance with customs, export controls, NDA/ITAR/EAR requirements where applicable.
• Evaluate and optimize 3PL and trade service providers.
• Partner closely with Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Quality, Facilities, and Finance.
• Support major initiatives including equipment relocation, facility expansions, and production launches.
• Own materials readiness for 24/7 operations and critical manufacturing paths.
• Own logistics cost structure, budgeting, and continuous cost reduction.
• Define and track KPIs across on-time delivery, inventory turns, logistics spend, and service levels.
• Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Lead and develop logistics, inventory, and material handling organization.
• Establish clear roles, operating cadence, and performance expectations.
• Build bench strength and succession capability as Lyten scales.

Required Qualifications

• BS degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Operations, or related field AND 11+ years of experience in logistics, materials, or supply chain operations in manufacturing environments OR master's degree in supply chain, Industrial Engineering, Operations, or related field AND 9 + years of experience in logistics, materials, or supply chain operations in manufacturing environments OR equivalent experience
• Proven ownership of multi-site logistics operations in a fast-scaling or complex environment.
• Deep experience with:
• Dangerous Goods shipping
• Inventory and warehouse operations
• Import/export and trade compliance
• ERP-based logistics workflows
• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally at the Director / VP interface.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

Leadership Profile

• Strategic thinker with strong operational instincts
• Comfortable owning ambiguity and incomplete systems
• Calm under pressure; decisive during supply-chain disruptions
• Data-driven with strong financial acumen
• Builder mindset creates structure without bureaucracy

Why This Role Matters

This role directly protects manufacturing uptime, cost control, and customer delivery. As Lyten scales advanced materials production, logistics is no longer a support functionit is a core operational capability.

The Director of Logistics will be a key architect of Lyten's next-phase manufacturing engine.

Compensations Range:

The expected base salary range for this position is between

$155,200.00 - $232,800.00

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.

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)

Lyten is an equal opportunity employer. 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. EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.

Principals only; third party or agency submitted candidates will not be considered.

At Lyten, you'll be part of a team that's redefining what's possible in energy, materials, and manufacturing. We're not just imagining the future we're building it today with breakthrough technologies that are changing how products are made and how industries innovate.

Our people are the heart of that mission. From world-class scientists and engineers to creative problem-solvers in operations, manufacturing, and commercialization, every member of the Lyten team plays a role in turning bold ideas into real-world impact. We believe that the best work happens when you're doing great things in the world with people you like. Collaboration, curiosity, and a shared sense of purpose drive everything we do.

What You'll Find at Lyten

• A mission that matters: Contribute directly to solving complex challenges in energy, mobility, and materials innovation.

• Cutting-edge innovation: Work on technologies at the intersection of materials science, energy storage, and advanced manufacturing that strengthen energy security and local supply chains.

• Extraordinary people: Join a team of talented, friendly, and down-to-earth innovators who support, challenge, and inspire one another every day.

• Teamwork and culture: Experience a workplace built on trust, respect, and shared success where collaboration fuels breakthroughs and everyone's ideas are heard.

• Global impact: Help scale new materials and energy solutions that reinforce industrial resilience across the U.S. and Europe.

• Career growth: Be part of a fast-moving company entering a commercial growth phase, with opportunities to lead, learn, and make your mark.

• Purpose-driven values: Thrive in an environment that celebrates ingenuity, optimism,