Logistics Director at National Carbon Technologies in Salt Lake City, Utah

Job Description:

Logistics Director

COMPANY BACKGROUND/CULTURE

National Carbon Technologies ("NCT") is a global leader in the development and production of high value carbon products made from renewable biomass.Their renewable biochar and biocarbon products are used to produce cleaner energy, improve metals production, purify the air and water, and improve crop production for millions of people globally. NCT is headquartered in Oakdale, Minneapolis.

NCT's production technologies were developed by industry thought leaders including former scientific, technology, and engineering leads from the largest bio-products companies in the world as well as carbon experts from leading research universities.NCT's comprehensive global intellectual property portfolio provides exclusive rights regarding production, sale, and use of patented process and product technologies. NCT's innovations are protected by more than 100 issued and pending patents regarding conversion of biomass into high value carbon products that result in higher performance and lower cost products than competing technologies.

NCT's sustainability profile is advantageous for customers with requirements or preferences for sustainable products:NCT's feedstock is PEFC certified sustainable biomass. Third-party analysis has confirmed that NCT has one of the lowest life-cycle environmental footprints for commercial-scale production of carbons in the world. As a superior replacement for coal and other fossil-fuel based products, NCT serves a broad customer base in four primary markets: Energy Generation & Fuel, Metals Production, Water Purification and Agriculture

NCT operates the largest advanced biocarbon production facility in North America and has the largest production capacity in the biochar/biocarbon industry.Feedstock partnerships with large public and private suppliers provide feedstock supply chain security and a path for rapid and efficient growth. Over 1 million tons of feedstock are available to NCT annually from six major suppliers within 50 miles of the company's production facilities.

OVERVIEW

Recognized as a superior replacement for coal and other fossil-fuel based products, NCT's biocarbon products are creating significant commercial opportunity for the business, particularly in the energy and metals production markets. NCT's products provide a thermo-chemically modified alternative to fossil fuels that produce a higher yield, lower cost, and better environmental and sustainability profile. Major energy and metal companies globally are looking for this alternative as they strive to reduce their carbon footprint and environmental impact. In particular, Western Europe and East Asia are leading the way in consumption of energy products that are more sustainable with lower CO2 emissions.

NCT has secured off-take contracts in excess of $1.4 billion and has developed an active customer pipeline under term sheet or MOU in excess of $5 billion in potential revenue. The company will need to grow and scale appropriately to address this demand. A critical part of achieving this growth is the development and construction of a portfolio of processing facilities that can fulfill $multi-billion contracts with international customers. This Logistics Director will be responsible for the movement of product domestically and internationally for both input and output of fiber supply and final product to NCT plant facilities and customers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Logistics: The Logistics Director will be responsible for coordinating the shipment of raw materials and finished goods to locations domestically and internationally. This includes tracking shipments, ensuring documentation and funds are provided for customs clearance. This position involves interaction with various internal department personnel and as well as external customers and freight facilitators. The applicant should possess good written and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to multi-task in this fast-paced environment.In addition to this the Logistics Director will be responsible for the following:
  
  
  • Oversees all the global supply chain activities, including inventory levels, replenishment flows, logistics costs, service levels, and freight.
  
  
  • Responsible for optimizing the administration of supply management functions for both raw materials & finished products, often including multiple job functions.
  
  
  • Ensures the service level to the customers and to intercompany partners
  
  
  • Responsible for all or most of the following: sales and operations planning (S&OP), intercompany management, inventory control, transportation, heavily involved in warehousing & distribution, and works closely with procurement, customer service, manufacturing, production planning, etc.
  
  
  • An understanding of customs operations in Europe and Asi
  
  
  
  


• Financial Acumen - Compile rates for freight quote requests and respond to internal/external customers in a timely manner.Audit freight invoices to ensure accuracy and compliance with agreed tariffs, rates, and contracts. Investigate and reconcile discrepancies, as needed.Assist with bids or procuring rates for out of scope shipments requiring competitive bidding.Support annual budget planning by driving consensus on forecasted volumes and intercompany flows.


• Stakeholder Relationship Management - Effectively communicate with various internal departments to ensure product availability, adherence to quality control guidelines and packaging standards.Develop and maintain successful relationships with vendors (e.g. transportation representatives, carriers, freight forwarders, custom brokers, regional trucking companies, line haul providers).Strong customer relations ability with analytical and technical skills that can be utilized to produce creative ideas/solutions.


• New Production Site Logistics Evaluations and Strategy - - NCT is actively evaluating and developing additional production locations.The Logistics Director will be engaged with NCT's development, financial, and fiber procurement teams in evaluating truck, rail, barge, and ship access and associated costs with supply of feedstock to such sites, and supply of products from such locations to customer sites, and generally aid in determining costs and logistics strategies for such potential production locations


• One-Time Logistics for Customer Samples and Trials - - NCT's innovative products require testing by customers prior to entry of off-take agreements.NCT conducts many trials on a global basis that can range from 10 tons to thousands of tons.In many cases neither NCT, nor the customer, has optimized supply chains for flow of products for such trials.The Logistics Director will help work with NCT's sales teams and customer representatives to identify the best and most cost-effective solutions for delivery of products for such customer trials.


• Be an Ambassador - you will act as an ambassador and advocate for the organization, passionate about NCT's ability to provide cleaner energy, safer water and sustainable agricultural production in way that helps reduce industrial carbon footprint.


• Values & Culture Leader - this individual will embody company values and be a role model within the company as NCT continues to hire and grow.

• Planning and Execution - The effective candidate will direct, forecasting, planning and customer service, coordinate the distribution of raw materials and final product for NCT.
  
  
  • Coordinate with overseas vendors to manage import activities to meet service level expectations.
  
  
  • Develop standard operating procedures and scheduling/shipping practices for efficiently carrying out logistics activities.Negotiating quotes with carriers.
  
  
  • Identify opportunities for cost reduction, material flow improvement and business development.
  
  
  • Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
  
  
  • Work with vendors to identify and eliminate logistics obstacles to ensure safe and timely shipping of products.
  
  
  • Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
  
  
  
  


• Transportation & Logistics Sector Experience - 10-15 years operational experience in transportation and logistics with preference for experience in commodity industries such as energy or pulp/paper. Domestic and international exposure is a must


• Bring an Owner's Perspective - strong candidates will ideally have a strong background in procurement, forestry, supply chain, finance, or contract negotiations.If lacking this experience, individuals must demonstrate the ability to understand the broader economic and business drivers behind the company's strategy and how their remit is connected to the greater vision.


• Cultural Alignment - a curious and entrepreneurial self-starter; able to operate successfully outside of a large corporate business. Possess a high degree of tenacity and 'can do' attitude. Strong candidates will be excited and highly motivated by the opportunity NCT is bringing to market.


• Communication & Presentation Skills - must possess excellent organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal. Must be able to review and edit reports and proposals.

• Bachelor's degree in business, transportation, logistics or equivalent combination of experience and education.