Manager III, Warehouse and Logistics Operations

Electra • Boulder, CO

5d

About The Position

We're transforming one of the world’s oldest industries with cutting-edge technology and an innovative approach. Backed by top-tier investors and recognized by Time as one of the "best Inventions of 2024" and Fast Company as one of 2024's "Next Big Things in Tech", Electra is scaling rapidly and we're looking for bold, driven individuals to help us reshape the future of iron production. If you're ready to make a real impact in a company that's redefining heavy industry for a cleaner, smarter world, we want to hear from you.
The Manager III, Warehouse and Logistics Operations, oversees multi‑site warehouse and logistics' operations, ensuring world‑class performance in inventory control, material flow, receiving, shipping, and operational readiness. This role includes leadership of an existing warehouse while being the main driver of planning, building and launching a new, large‑scale warehouse and logistics' operation supporting manufacturing activities. The ideal candidate brings experience standing up warehouse and logistics operations from the ground up, including layout and racking design, process creation, systems deployment, software implementation, and operational ramp‑up. Experience with manufacturing environments, cross‑functional operational coordination, and hazardous material handling and shipping is strongly preferred. NetSuite experience is also highly valued.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field
• 8+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing warehouse or logistics operations, including hazardous materials handling and regulated shipping (excluding internships, co-ops, and academic projects)
• 3+ years of people leadership experience, including leading supervisors and/or frontline teams, managing performance, and developing talent
• Proven ability to build, scale, and optimize warehouse operations, including facility setup, racking design, and material flow optimization
• Demonstrated ability to translate business strategies into operational execution, managing resources, priorities, timelines, and financial performance to achieve results
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to lead through complexity and implement effective, scalable solutions
• Effective communicator and cross-functional leader with experience influencing stakeholders, driving alignment, and fostering a strong safety-first culture

Nice To Haves

• Proven success operating in high-growth or startup environments, with the ability to scale processes and infrastructure
• Experience implementing or working with warehouse automation and advanced material-handling systems
• Proficiency with ERP systems, with a preference for NetSuite
• Demonstrated adaptability and interest in thriving within a fast-paced, dynamic, high-growth environment

Responsibilities

• Manage receipt of incoming supplies, materials, and equipment, ensuring conformance with purchase order specifications, quantity, and condition
• Oversee proper classification, storage, handling, and documentation of hazardous materials, ensuring compliance with DOT, OSHA, EPA, and IATA shipping requirements
• Lead day‑to‑day shipping, receiving, put‑away, picking, staging, and inventory control across multiple warehouse locations
• Support manufacturing operations through timely material flow, WIP movement, and coordination with production scheduling
• Coordinate multi‑department initiatives across manufacturing, EHS, quality, supply chain, and accounting
• Examine invoices and shipping manifests for conformity with tariff, customs, and hazmat regulations
• Develop and manage inventory-related projects, including cycle counts, audits, corrective actions, and material‑flow optimization
• Develop and maintain SOPs for receiving, handling, storing, shipping, and salvaging materials, including hazardous or regulated materials
• Assist with the design and launch of the new warehouse supporting manufacturing and logistics operations
• Implement and improve ERP (NetSuite preferred), MES, and warehouse scanning systems
• Drive continuous improvement efforts related to throughput, safety, space utilization, and efficiency
• Lead and develop warehouse supervisors, technicians, and logistics staff across sites
• Foster a strong safety culture with adherence to hazmat, chemical handling, and equipment safety protocols
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with all departments
• Perform reporting and analysis on inventory, warehouse KPIs, and operational performance
• Execute other duties as assigned by supervisor

Benefits

• 100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insurance plans
• $1,800 in annual employer HSA contributions (health savings account)
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• 401k with up to 5% matching contributions which vest 100% on day one
• Eligibility for incentive stock options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager