Logistics Manager at Pyka

Alameda, California, United States

Pyka Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aviation, Aerospace, LogisticsIndustries

Requirements

  • Driven and detail-oriented
  • Experience working with global freight forwarders, customs brokers, 3PLs, etc
  • Ability to collaborate closely with Finance, Supply Chain, Legal, Field Operations, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams
  • Expertise in EAR export control regulations, including product classification, license management, and denied-party/end-use screening
  • Knowledge of local and international trade laws, including tariffs, quotas, and country-specific regulations for imports and exports

Responsibilities

  • Perform essential Logistics functions including coordinating both inbound and outbound logistics with internal stakeholders and freight forwarders, ensuring that materials arrive on time to support production and customer schedules, and minimize shortages
  • Oversee all shipments to ensure adherence to EAR export control regulations, including product classification, license management, and denied-party/end-use screening
  • Prepare and maintain accurate export documentation, coordinate with government agencies and freight forwarders, and ensure proper filing of customs declarations and records
  • Ensure all shipments adhere to local and international trade laws, including tariffs, quotas, and country-specific regulations for imports and exports
  • Develop both short term plans and long term strategies for the inbound and outbound logistics that not only maintain compliance with laws, but also optimize for cost and delivery time, based on Import and Export rules for each country where we have business partners
  • Negotiate with freight forwards to get best freight solutions based on Pyka’s requirements on cost, delivery schedule, etc. for each shipment. Request quotations, negotiate pricing and net terms, to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of materials
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with logistics service providers, fostering collaboration to enhance quality and delivery performance while addressing any issues that arise
  • Maintain [incomplete in description]

Skills

Logistics Coordination
Export Management
Import Management
Customs Clearance
Tariffs
Freight Forwarders
Customs Brokers
3PL Management
Supply Chain
International Shipping

Pyka

Develops autonomous electric airplanes for agriculture

About Pyka

Pyka develops autonomous electric airplanes that can perform all flight operations without human intervention, including taxiing, takeoff, flight, and landing. These aircraft are particularly efficient, using less power than electric cars and featuring minimal moving parts, making them cost-effective for agricultural applications like crop spraying. Equipped with advanced sensors and software, Pyka's airplanes ensure precise flying close to the ground, reducing waste and increasing efficiency for large-scale farmers. The company's goal is to transform the agricultural aviation industry by providing safe, efficient, and affordable aerial solutions.

Alameda, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$92.7MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, AerospaceIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Competitive salary & equity
Medical, dental, & vision insurance
FSA with employer matching
401k
Paid holidays
Unlimited PTO
Free catered lunch & snacks

Risks

Increased competition from companies like Kelly Hills Unmanned Systems.
Regulatory challenges in defense applications may require stricter compliance.
Dependence on large clients like Heinen Brothers poses revenue risks.

Differentiation

Pyka develops fully autonomous electric aircraft for agriculture and cargo transport.
Their aircraft use less power than electric cars, enhancing cost-effectiveness.
Pyka's Pelican Spray is the largest FAA-authorized UAS for commercial crop spraying.

Upsides

Pyka secured $40M to accelerate aircraft development and commercialization.
Partnership with Sierra Nevada Corporation expands Pyka's defense market reach.
Entry into Brazil with SLC Agrícola showcases global demand for Pyka's technology.

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