Global Logistics Specialist in Blackburn

Invinity Energy Systems plc (AIM: IES) is a world-leading manufacturer of vanadium flow batteries for energy storage. Built in our factories in the UK and Canada, the Company's proven, commercialised, longer duration energy storage technology has been deployed at scale and dispatched gigawatt-hours of electricity for customers across the world. Invinity's safe, scalable and durable battery technology is a trusted and safer alternative to lithium-ion batteries. Endurium VFBs are engineered for heavy-duty, high throughput applications, they don't wear out, cannot catch fire and are designed to be operated for 30 years or more. Our products address the challenges of our global energy system, unlocking the power of renewable generation by delivering energy storage without limits.

The Global Logistics Specialist is responsible for trade compliance and logistics activities to ensure on-time delivery, cost efficiency, and adherence to international trade regulations, customs requirements, and corporate policies. Working cross-functionally with Sales, Customer Operations, Supply Chain, and Project teams, the successful candidate will optimise transportation and import/export processes while promoting trade compliance, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and a safety-first culture.

Responsibilities

• Trade Compliance
• Coordinate import and export customs declarations.
• Manage compliance with customs regulations, trade agreements, export controls, and sanctions.
• Tariff classification, customs valuation, origin determinations, Free Trade Agreement reviews.
• Identify duty savings opportunities through FTAs, duty relief programs, and trade compliance initiatives.
• Provide trade compliance guidance and support for international projects and shipments.
• Support customs audits, compliance reviews, and regulatory reporting activities.
• Logistics Coordination
• Coordinate logistics activities including: Delivery of parts and components supporting global supply chain and manufacturing activities.
• Project logistics, including final-mile delivery of batteries and fall-off loads.
• Domestic and international shipments supporting global field service operations.
• Inter office transfers and non-inventory shipments.
• Reverse logistics and return material authorisation.
• Preparation/coordination of various logistics documentation, including dangerous goods.
• Maintain strong relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, and logistics providers.
• Identify and mitigate logistics risks to minimize supply chain disruptions.
• Process Improvement & Operational Support
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, projects, customer operations, and supply chain teams to support operational objectives and customer satisfaction.

Our Benefits

• Annual pay reviewed annually based on individual and company performance.
• 25 days' annual leave plus 8 public holidays (33 total), with up to 5 days carry-over each year.
• Flexible and hybrid working options for non-site teams.
• Private Medical Insurance and Medicash after probation, including 24/7 wellbeing and counselling support.
• Group Income Protection and Life Assurance providing financial peace of mind - from day one.
• Pension scheme with up to 5% employer matching if you choose it.
• Cycle-to-Work promoting sustainable travel.
• Superb share option scheme.
• EV scheme trial now running with Octopus Energy.

Invinity Energy Systems is an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating a workplace where everyone is treated fairly, with dignity and respect. We fully comply with the Equality Act 2010, ensuring that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, sex, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability, sexual orientation, or age. At Invinity, we are actively focused on increasing the representation of women across all levels of our organisation, particularly within our engineering, manufacturing and technical teams. Our culture is one of respect, inclusion, and empowerment, where every individual can contribute fully and confidently to a sustainable energy future.