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Bluewater

Head (m/w/d) of Logistics Projects

Bluewater, Los Angeles

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Who We Are: Bluewater provides comprehensive and innovative solutions for managing the lifecycle of large format batteries and solar panels. As a startup committed to further developing a circular economy, we innovate in the reuse, recycling, and resale of EV, e-mobility, material handling equipment, and energy storage technologies to promote sustainability and resource efficiency. We’re on an exciting mission to reduce inefficiencies and enable a secondary marketplace for renewable energy equipment.
Bluewater is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex, cross-border logistics and shipping initiatives involving used lithium-ion batteries and renewable energy components. This role is ideal for a logistics professional with deep knowledge of international shipping regulations, customs compliance, and project execution in a high-stakes, regulated environment. You’ll be responsible for ensuring timely, safe, and compliant movement of materials across North America, Europe, Latin America, and Asia—partnering with vendors, government agencies, recyclers, and internal teams to support Bluewater’s operational and sustainability goals.
Lead end-to-end planning and execution of international logistics projects involving battery exports/imports and solar components.
Define project scope, schedules, budgets, milestones, and deliverables.
Manage global shipment routing, documentation, and customs clearance across multiple jurisdictions.
Basel Convention and RCRA requirements for hazardous materials . HTS classification, import/export licensing, and incoterms, and IMDG, IATA, and ADR transport regulations for lithium-ion batteries
Oversee preparation and validation of shipping documents, including: Commercial invoices, packing lists, SDS, UN38.3 reports, manifests, movement documents
Manage and evaluate international freight forwarders, customs brokers, and recyclers.
Coordinate transboundary movement notifications and regulatory approvals.
Identify and mitigate risks related to international waste movement, storage, and processing.
5–10 years of experience in international logistics, shipping, or global supply chain project management
~ Strong understanding of hazardous materials shipping, especially UN3480 lithium-ion batteries
~ Proven experience with Basel Convention or cross-border environmental compliance
~ Proficiency in project management tools
~ Excellent communication and vendor management skills
~ PMP or Lean Six Sigma certification
Why Bluewater Battery Logistics?
Medical and Dental Insurance are 100% paid for employees.
Your input will help form and shape the company. Job Type: Full-time