Logistics Specialist
Ampd Energy
Operations
Hong Kong
Posted on Feb 28, 2025
About Ampd Energy
At Ampd Energy, we believe in making a zero-emission future for many industries a reality. Founded in 2014, Ampd Energy develops robust, versatile, advanced, compact, and connected battery energy storage systems (BESS) to replace the dirty, noisy, and hazardous diesel generators that power job sites in industries such as construction, civil works, mining, events, film, and utilities.
Ampd Energy is a mission and values-driven company with a diverse, high-performing global team supported by visionary customers who all want to make a difference. We are poised for significant expansion and seek dynamic, passionate team members to help propel our growth.
About Us:
At Ampd Energy, we are trailblazers in making the construction industry emission-free. Our dynamic product management team leads the charge, navigating the roadmap and execution of Ampd Energy’s cutting-edge technology. We've developed the Ampd Enertainer, an advanced, compact and connected battery energy storage system (BESS) to replace the dirty, noisy and hazardous diesel generators that power the world's construction. We are on the lookout for individuals who embody an entrepreneurial spirit, flexibility, and enthusiasm, thriving in an environment of continual learning and evolution.
Role Overview:
We are looking for a Logistics Specialist responsible for managing logistics providers to support Ampd’s production and product development. This role is vital in ensuring the seamless flow of materials and products, maintaining compliance with customs regulations, and optimizing logistics processes. As the Logistics Specialist, you will be responsible for communicating with various stakeholders to communicate logistics requirements and status, ensuring that all aspects of the supply chain are efficiently coordinated.
Responsibilities:
Logistics Management:
Manage relationships with logistics providers to align with Ampd’s production and product development needs.
Maintain accurate status updates on logistics progress, proactively escalating issues to management as needed to prevent disruptions.
Stakeholder Communication:
Serve as the primary point of contact for all logistics-related inquiries.
Interface with internal teams (e.g., production, sales, and development) and external stakeholders (e.g., suppliers, carriers) to ensure that logistics requirements and status updates are communicated clearly and accurately.
Customs Documentation:
Maintain a complete and updated set of customs documentation for all current AMPD products, including bills of lading, customs declarations, test reports, and other necessary documents.
Ensure that all documentation is readily available to facilitate quick and accurate shipment bookings.
Process Development:
Assist in the development and documentation of AMPD logistics and shipping processes to enhance operational efficiency.
Identify areas for improvement and implement best practices within logistics operations.
Supplier Performance Review:
Prepare and conduct periodic Business Reviews with suppliers to evaluate their performance against established metrics.
Communicate AMPD’s future plans and expectations to suppliers to ensure alignment and foster strong partnerships.
Cost Improvement Initiatives:
Participate in planning and implementing cost improvement strategies within logistics.
Analyze logistics costs and identify opportunities for reductions without compromising service quality.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree (or similar), preferably in Business, Logistics, International Trade, Economics, or related fields.
- At least 5 years in a logistics role with global shipping experience including shipping out of China and Southeast Asia to Europe, Australia, and North America; knowledge of Trade Compliance will be a plus.
- Practice experience in handling bulky / heavy cargo and dangerous goods are preferable.
- Demonstrated examples on how you used your creativity and discipline to improve logistics costs for a previous project or company.
- Outstanding people skills with the ability to communicate clearly, motivate peers, work collaboratively and form trusting relationships internally and with logistics providers and other suppliers.
- Strong organization skills and the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
- Experience managing external suppliers and ideally conducting an RFQ process for a logistics or 3PL related business relationship.
- Strong communication skills, written and spoken in English & Chinese required.
Ampd Energy offers comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a multi-cultural, collaborative, and diverse environment.
All information provided will be treated in strict confidence and used solely for recruitment purposes.
Ampd Energy is an equal-opportunity employer. All candidates will be assessed on merit without regard to age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, marital status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by law.