Logistics Director

As Rainmaker's Logistics Director, you will own the build out of a logistics landscape that is evolving, with many processes, systems, and operating standards that still need to be defined. You will build programs and strategy that support Rainmaker's manufacturing, test facilities, and field operations teams and their goal of making water more abundant.

Lead logistics across headquarters, manufacturing, test facilities, and field operations, including transportation, warehousing, inventory management, and returns.

Plan and execute equipment deployment, site mobilization, resupply, and demobilization across operating regions.

Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Field Operations to ensure aircraft, spare parts, batteries, seeding materials, and support equipment are available ahead of mission requirements.

Establish regional storage locations, distribution routes, and contingency plans to support expansion and rapid deployment.

Manage inventory accuracy, serialized asset tracking, critical spares, and replenishment levels across all locations.

Select and manage carriers, freight forwarders, and third-party logistics providers; negotiate contracts and hold partners accountable for cost and delivery performance.

Oversee receiving, storage, packaging, and shipping procedures to protect equipment and maintain material traceability.

Coordinate equipment recovery, repair shipments, and replacement deliveries to minimize operational downtime.

Implement logistics systems and processes that improve shipment visibility, inventory control, and coordination between teams.

Own the logistics budget and improve delivery reliability, deployment readiness, freight costs, and inventory utilization.

Ensure compliance with applicable transportation, hazardous materials, customs, and import/export requirements.

Hire, train, and lead the logistics team; resolve critical shortages and transportation issues supporting field operations.