Supply Support Activity (SSA) Receiving Section Lead

General Dynamics Information Technology; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology is seeking a Receiving Section Lead to oversee all inbound materiel operations within a theater-level SSA in Southwest Asia. You will ensure accurate receipt validation, documentation, and processing of incoming materiel and supervise personnel to maintain accountability and compliance with SSA SOPs and regulations.

You will coordinate with host units and transportation teams to ensure proper materiel flow, verify items, and manage HAZMAT procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years in Army supply/logistics or HS Diploma with 9+ years in Army logistics.
• Strong knowledge of SSA receiving operations and accountability procedures.
• Proficiency with GCSS-Army especially receiving, MRO processing and stock updates.

Responsibilities

• Oversee SSA receiving operations including offloading and documentation.
• Validate receipt postings and perform discrepancy checks.
• Coordinate with units, warehouse sections and transport teams.
• Maintain accountability and safety in austere environments.

Skills

GCSS-Army knowledge

Receiving operations

Inventory reconciliation

Hazmat handling

Logistics coordination

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree + 5 years experience

HS Diploma + 9 years experience

Tools

GCSS-Army (receiving)

Job description

POSITION SUMMARYThe SSA Receiving Section Lead oversees all inbound materiel operations within a theater-level Supply Support Activity SSA in Southwest Asia SWA This role ensures accurate receipt validation documentation and processing of all incoming Class II III P IV VII and IX materiel The manager directs receiving operations supervises personnel maintains accountability and integrates GCSS-Army workflows to ensure timely and compliant materiel flow to storage issue and customer support sections

HOW A RECEIVING SECTION LEAD WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Oversees all SSA receiving operations including offloading verification and documentation of inbound materiel Ensures timely processing of receipts and accurate posting of transactions in GCSS-Army Validates shipment documentation conducts discrepancy checks and initiates Supply Discrepancy Reports SDRs when required Coordinates with supported units warehouse sections and transportation teams to ensure proper materiel flow Verifies condition quantity and identification of received items ensures proper handling of controlled or sensitive materiel Maintains historical receiving records and prepares daily receiving activity reports Supervises receiving personnel and ensures compliance with SSA SOPs safety standards and inventory procedures Conducts causative research and collaborates with Stock Control to resolve receiving-related inventory discrepancies Ensures correct staging binning and transfer of materiel to storage locations Manages HAZMAT receiving procedures proper documentation and regulatory compliance Coordinates with host-nation logistics partners and port officials for inbound materiel requiring special handling Supports retrograde lateral transfers and inbound shipments requiring intermodal movement across the theater Ensures audit readiness and compliance with AR 710-2 DA PAM 710-2-2 AR 735-5 and theater logistics directives Participates in logistics synchronization meetings and cross-functional coordination boards Maintains accountability safety and operational continuity in austere or extreme-heat environments

WHAT YOU LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Bachelors and 5 years of experience or a HS Diploma or equivalent and 9 years of experience in Army supply logistics and material management operations Strong working knowledge of SSA receiving operations documentation and accountability procedures Proficiency with GCSS-Army specifically receiving MRO processing and stock updates Experience with inventories causative research and reconciliation of receiving discrepancies Knowledge of HAZMAT receiving requirements and proper handling procedures Understanding of Army supply regulations retrograde processes and theater receiving policies Experience supervising Soldiers DA civilians or contractor personnel Strong communication analytical and problem-solving skills Strong communication and problem-solving skills Ability to work in austere deployed or extreme-heat environments Ability to meet LOGCAP V deployment requirements Active U S Secret clearance preferred Valid U S passport and ability to meet CRC requirements Willingness to deploy to SWA or other assigned locations Ability to stand bend and lift 40 lbs

CERTIFICATIONS

HAZMAT HAZCOM certification required or obtainable after hire Theater-required certifications AT OPSEC Cyber etc Forklift MHE certification preferred for offloading operations HAZMAT HAZCOM certification required or obtainable after hire Theater-required certifications AT OPSEC Cyber etc Forklift MHE certification required or obtain after hire

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is conducted in warehouse yard or outdoor environments with exposure to physical environmental and heat-related hazards Required PPE includes head hand foot torso respiratory and vision protection Must comply with OSHA EPA Fire Regulations host-nation standards and applicable Army and company policies Position may require extended duty hours

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITYExplore a career in supply chain and logistics at GDIT and you ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who thrive on efficiency accuracy and accountability Bachelors and 5+ years of experience or a HS Diploma or equivalent and 9+ years of experience in Army supply, logistics and material management operations.Strong working knowledge of SSA receiving operations, documentation, and accountability procedures.Proficiency with GCSS-Army, specifically receiving, MRO processing, and stock updates.Experience with inventories, causative research, and reconciliation of receiving discrepancies.Knowledge of HAZMAT receiving requirements and proper handling procedures.Understanding of Army supply regulations, retrograde processes, and theater receiving policies.Experience supervising Soldiers, DA civilians, or contractor personnel.Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Strong communication and problem-solving skills.Ability to work in austere, deployed, or extreme-heat environments.Ability to meet LOGCAP V deployment requirements.Active U.S. Secret clearance (preferred).Valid U.S. passport and ability to meet CRC requirements.Willingness to deploy to SWA or other assigned locations.Ability to stand, bend and lift 40 lbs.CERTIFICATIONSHAZMAT / HAZCOM certification (required or obtainable after hire).Theater-required certifications (AT, OPSEC, Cyber, etc.).Forklift / MHE certification (preferred for offloading operations)HAZMAT / HAZCOM certification (required or obtainable after hire).Theater-required certifications (AT, OPSEC, Cyber, etc.).Forklift / MHE certification (required or obtain after hire.).