Logistics and Material Management Specialist - Space Electronic Warfare

Northstrat; Sterling (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Logistics and Material Management Specialist, where your expertise in inventory management and logistics coordination will be key to supporting the production of cutting-edge electronic warfare systems. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for overseeing the logistics process, ensuring timely delivery of components, and maintaining compliance with regulations. This innovative firm values work-life balance and offers a unique benefits package, including stock options and lifelong learning opportunities. If you are passionate about logistics and ready to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Profit Sharing Plan

Stock Options

Individual Benefits Account

Lifelong Learning Opportunities

Qualifications

• APICS certification and a Bachelor's degree in a related field are required.
• Experience with inventory control systems and supply chain processes is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage logistics for system receipt and deployment, including audits and inspections.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure timely delivery and optimize inventory levels.

Skills

Inventory Management

Logistics Coordination

Data Analysis

Regulatory Compliance

Supply Chain Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics

APICS Certification (CPIM, CSCP, CLA)

Tools

Infor

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Northstrat is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Logistics and Material Management Specialist for our production contract producing and maintaining space electronic warfare systems. In this role, you will be responsible for performing logistic management for receipt and deployment of completed systems, component replacement, audit and inspections of existing inventory, component failure metric tracking and coordination of fielding teams for maintenance and repair. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, optimize inventory levels, and contribute to the overall success of the production process.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Program Inventory Management of subcontractor
2. Logistics Coordination

• Utilization of Public and Private Transportation Mechanisms, Domestic and International Shipping

Operations Support

• Collaborate with deployment and maintenance teams to ensure proper supplies are ready for installs, replacement parts, and spares

Materials and Tool Procurement

Reporting and Documentation

• Maintain accurate records, detail reports of usages and failures, ITAR compliance

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Must be APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or Certified Logistics Associate (CLA).
2. Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
3. Must have inventory management and working knowledge of inventory control systems, methods like FIFO/LIFO, and stock optimization.
4. Experience with supply chain management understanding supply chain processes, including procurement, transportation, and distribution, tuned into supplies to anticipate when parts are end of life to alert/work with engineering to determine suitable replacements and/or re-design options.
5. Familiarity with tools like Infor, Jira, Confluence.
6. Must have the ability to analyze data to forecast inventory needs, optimize routes, or reduce costs.
7. Experience in warehouse operations and knowledge of storage methods, material handling, and safety compliance. Experience evaluating and dealing with OCONUS storage options is highly desirable.
8. Must have experience with regulatory compliance and understanding local and international shipping regulations, import/export laws, and hazardous material handling.
9. Must be able to track and understand budgets to ensure funding is available for adequate sparing and component shipping.

Work/Life Balance

Northstrat values true work-life balance. We offer power of choice benefits designed to best meet the needs of you and your lifestyle. Our benefits programs are designed to support and encourage wellness, healthy living, retirement investment, and lifetime learning.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. We also offer competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities. Please refer to our Benefits section for additional details.

Flex Time

Northstrat does not mandate specific working hours. Although project requirements may dictate schedules, a Northstrat employee is only required to work an average of 8 hours per weekday over the course of a month.

Individual Benefits Account (IBA)

To attract and retain the highest quality staff, Northstrat provides a unique and versatile benefits package, the Individual Benefit Account (IBA), which places the power of choice in the hands of our greatest asset – the employee.

Profit Sharing Plan (PSP)

The PSP is a qualified retirement plan that Northstrat funds quarterly on the employee’s behalf through the IBA in the amount equivalent to 25% (up to the IRS contribution limit) of the employee’s compensation.

Stock Options

Because Northstrat is an employee-owned company, all new employees are offered stock options. Employees have the opportunity to receive additional stock options based on accomplishment of individual performance goals.

Lifelong Learning

Our culture promotes and nurtures a growth environment. Through periodic company-sponsored training events, and the ability to use IBA funds for reimbursement of work-related education expenses, you will have the opportunity to continually grow your skills and abilities.

Bring Your True Self

We embrace diversity and encourage inclusion. We support employee-led interest groups and challenge our employees to support others and be their best self.

Northstrat is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.