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Operations & Compliance Coordinator

Key Facts

Remote From: 
Full time
Mid-level (2-5 years)
English

Other Skills

  • Quality Assurance
  • Microsoft Office
  • Verbal Communication Skills
  • Intellectual Curiosity
  • Detail Oriented
  • Relationship Building
  • Adaptability

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Compliance, Supply Chain, Operations Management or related field
  • 1-3 years’ experience in operations compliance, supply chain or administrative coordination
  • Must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for The Battery Network

Requirements:

  • Manage end-to-end shipment logistics, including scheduling, process documentation, and troubleshooting for high-volume and specialized shipments
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards for battery handling, sorting, and reporting
  • Maintain and update operational data systems with accurate shipment, backlog, and ERP entry information

Job description

At The Battery Network, we are leading the charge to turn yesterday’s batteries into tomorrow’s power.  

As the nation’s premier battery collection and recycling nonprofit, we’ve spent over three decades leading the charge toward a cleaner planet and a circular economy.   

We connect consumers, businesses, manufacturers, and municipalities through one trusted network. We provide education, collection, logistics, and compliance expertise, helping our partners stay ahead of regulation while capturing the critical materials that power the future. We keep valuable materials in circulation and out of landfills—reducing reliance on foreign supply chains, strengthening America’s energy independence, and protecting people, property, and the planet.  

We’re looking for passionate changemakers to help us scale our impact and shape the future of sustainability. If you're ready to turn purpose into action, you’ll thrive in our mission-driven, collaborative environment. 

 Learn more at batterynetwork.org and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn


POSITION SUMMARY
  • LOCATION: Remote - Greater Atlanta, GA preferred
  • TRAVEL: 
    • Local: Estimated 5 days/month
    • Overnight: Limited, as required (Estimated ~2x-5x/year)
    • LEVEL: Entry-Level
    • TO APPLY: Interested applicants must submit a resume and cover letter via the application link. 
    • Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Operations & Compliance Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring the seamless execution of logistics, compliance, and operational workflows across The Battery Network’s battery recycling programs. This role supports the organization’s ability to scale by managing day-to-day operational tasks, maintaining regulatory compliance, and driving process improvements across a complex network of service providers, vendors, and internal teams.  This is a remote position that could spend an estimated 5 days per month collaborating on site with a closely integrated vendor who is located north-west of metro Atlanta.  Only candidates who live within 50 miles of Marietta, GA, will be considered.  

      If you are a self-starter who thrives in a highly collaborative environment, builds strong internal and external relationships, is detail-oriented, takes initiative, and brings a process-improvement mindset to your work, join us and make an impact! 


MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties and responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to the following:  

Logistics & Shipment Coordination 

  • Manage end-to-end shipment logistics, including scheduling, process documentation, and troubleshooting for high-volume and specialized shipments.  
  • Maintain trackers and dashboards to monitor inventory, create inventory movement, and manage delivery timelines.  
  • Coordinate with freight brokers, battery recycling processors, and external vendors to ensure timely pickups and deliveries, including resolving shipment refusals and rerouting as needed.  
  • Provide on-site support for process development, innovation, system implementation, and change management assistance at preferred vendors. 
  • Potential oversight and coordination of Operations Interns or other student project groups, as needed
  • Compliance & Quality Assurance 

  • Monitor and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., International Organization for Standardization [ISO], Department of Transportation [DOT]) and internal standards for battery handling, sorting, and reporting. 
  • Investigate and resolve data discrepancies such as duplicate or unknown enterprise resource planning (ERP) entries.  
  • Support audit readiness and vendor performance tracking through detailed reporting and documentation.   
  • Data Management & Reporting 
  • Maintain and update operational data systems (e.g., ERP) with accurate shipment, backlog, and ERP entry information. 
  • Collaborate on the development of automated alerts and dashboards for regulated state compliance, throughput, and unattributed reporting.   

  • CORE QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Compliance, Supply Chain, Operations Management or related field AND/OR 
  • 1-3 years’ experience in operations compliance, supply chain or administrative coordination.  
  • Must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for The Battery Network, with or without sponsorship.  

  • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Knowledge of compliance regulations and quality management systems.  
  • Strong knowledge of logistics and nurturing vendor relationships.  
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel) and operations software.  
  • Attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information.  
  • Able to adapt to a changing environment; comfort working in a fluid environment where processes may change.  
  • Hazardous Material Certifications (US 49CFR) a plus.  
  • Thrives in a mission-driven environment where culture and values are central to success.  
  • Eager to join a team that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion as core values and fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation.   
  •    

    SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & EXPERIENCE
  • Data gathering, handling, organization, and analysis
  • Demonstrated ability to build relationships, both internally and externally
  • Strong communication skills
  • Proactive issue resolution
  • Curiosity to learn and thrive in a remote environment  
  • Interested in and able to flourish in a mission-based organization where culture and values are paramount in importance.
  • Logistics, operations, and materials handling 
  •  


    WORKING CONDITIONS
  • This position is remote based within 50 miles of Marietta, GA. Only candidates who live within 50 miles of Marietta, GA, will be considered. Candidates must be eligible to work lawfully in the United States for The Battery Network.
  • Limited overnight travel (estimated 3-5 times per year) as needed. Travel could include, but not be limited to, attending conferences, on-site vendor meetings, or team/organization-wide meetings.
  • This role may require on-site presence in GA up to five (5) days per month, including working in industrial environments and the ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.  
  • This position requires the ability to travel to on-site locations as needed using reliable transportation. Mileage incurred for approved business travel is reimbursed per company policy.  
  • Standard work hours are Monday–Friday, 8 hours per day. Some roles may require additional hours during peak periods. We prioritize the quality and timeliness of work over rigid schedules and recognize the importance of connection, collaboration, and work-life balance. To support this, we offer flexible scheduling where roles allow, and in alignment with current policy, while ensuring operational needs and team collaboration are met. 

  • ABOUT THE BATTERY NETWORK

    At The Battery Network, we enjoy a culture of teamwork, innovation, and fun. Our team is the primary reason for our unique culture. We hire energetic and dedicated people who work hard every day to help us achieve our goals. Each one of our employees is a valued contributor, not just a number. We work in teams to benefit from our collective talents to make a real impact on the environment. 

    The way we operate contributes to the success of our employees and our organization. We also value the diversity of employees’ backgrounds and believe everyone’s unique perspective is critical to our success. Diversity and intercultural collaboration is fundamental to what we do. Our team has varied backgrounds, speak different languages, and are engaged in varied personal pursuits but all share a commitment to environmental sustainability, and each do their small part to improve our planet. 

    We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis race, age, color, creed, sex, religion, ancestry, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. 

    We value our employees. In keeping with our values, we strive to support our team members in and out of work. As part of this, we offer a strong, well-rounded benefits package. You can learn more about our work culture, values, and benefits at our Careers page:  The Battery Network - Careers

    TO APPLY 

    We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment. We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and believe that a diverse team brings a variety of perspectives and ideas that are critical to our success.  

    Interested applicants must submit both a cover letter and resume through the application link.

    All candidates must be available for phone and video interviews. Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis once application review occurs.   

    This employer participates with E-Verify.   

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