Logistics Specialist with Security Clearance

Afognak Native Corporation; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability protection

Life insurance

401(k) retirement

Paid leave

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Afognak Native Corporation is seeking a Logistics Specialist to oversee cradle-to-grave processes for equipment and materials under federal procurement rules. You will manage inventory, shipping, and calibration activities, coordinating with carriers and warehouses to ensure compliant, timely deliveries.

The role requires a High School Diploma with 3 years in procurement/warehousing or an Associate's degree with 2 years; a Top Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with 3 years of progressive responsibility in procurement, distribution, and warehousing roles.
• Associates Degree in a business-related field preferred with 2 years of progressive responsibility in procurement, distribution, and warehousing roles.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active Top Secret Clearance.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain database of logistics information: orders, shipping status, delivery status, inventory, etc.
• Interpret data on logistics elements: availability, maintainability, supply chain management, distribution, and transportation.
• Coordinate with logistics management to optimize service levels and minimize costs.
• Track cradle-to-grave product flow and keep FAR-compliant records.
• Monitor inventory transactions at warehouses to ensure accuracy.
• Receive materials and verify against packing slips and PO.
• Enter receipts and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Coordinate returns of damaged or incorrect items.
• Segregate and store parts by location, method, and material type.
• Conduct regular inventories of all materials and GFE.
• Validate inventory, reconcile invoices, and resolve discrepancies.
• Work with 3rd party warehouses to ensure proper receipt and shipping under regulations.
• Provide shipping updates and relevant logistics information as directed.
• Issue and return to stock items and process equipment on employee departure.
• Maintain calibration records and support calibration efforts.
• Coordinate shipping of equipment via various carriers.
• Create shipping plans and track program equipment readiness.
• Prepare procurement requests and inventory logs as needed.
• Support technicians in field with replacement equipment and PPE.

Skills

Logistics management

Inventory control

Data entry

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Logistics Specialist (LS) will oversee the cradle to grave process of materials for the contract through acquisition, allocation, distribution, delivery, calibration, repair, and disposal of equipment. The LS will have knowledge of government shipping requirements, including details of security, hazmat, and Post/location of requirements. The LS is responsible for maintaining effective communication with all points of contact during the entire logistics process, as well as maintaining inventory control and shipping/receiving records.

• Maintain database of logistics information; orders, shipping status, delivery status, inventory, etc. through multiple technology platforms
• Interpret data on logistics elements: availability (inventory), maintainability (life cycle), supply chain management, distribution, and transportation
• Confer with logistics management team to determine how to optimize service levels, maintain supply-chain efficiency and minimize cost
• Track product flow cradle to grave while maintaining up-to-date records abiding by contract requirements and all Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requiremen
• Monitor inventory transactions at warehouse facilities to assess receiving, storage, shipping, and inventory integrity
• Receive deliveries of ordered materials/parts and verify items against packing slips and purchase orders
• Enter receipts of goods into appropriate systems and maintain accurate inventory records
• Track and confirm receipt of all shipped/incoming packages and provide quality control regarding accuracy of materials
• Coordinate the return of damaged, defective, or incorrect items
• Segregate and store parts/materials by delivery location, method of shipment, and material type
• Conduct regular cyclic inventories of all static and outbound materials, tools, and equipment including company-owned and Government Furnished Equipment (GFE)
• Validate inventory, reconcile invoices, and research and resolve discrepancies or elevate to management as needed
• Works with 3rd party warehouse personnel to ensure program parts/materials are properly received, prepared, and shipped within applicable regulations, including OCONUS requirements
• Provide inventories, goods receipts, shipping updates, and other relevant logistics information as directed
• Issue and return to stock company-owned and GFE items, including processing equipment upon employee departure
• Maintain accurate calibration records for applicable equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE), and support calibration efforts including tracking, inspection/testing coordination, data entry/reporting, and repair/replacement requirements
• Shipping of equipment through unsecured commercial, unsecured pouch, and secured pouch
• Communicate with and/or monitor service providers such as ocean carriers, air freight forwarders, customs brokers, DHL, FedEx, UPS, and State Department Diplomatic Pouch Services
• Contact carriers for rates and schedules
• Create shipping plans for shipments and receivables, including funding and expediting
• Compile purchase order requests in a timely manner to meet program sustainability
• Update the Purchase Order (PO) Tracker daily with status
• Support technicians in the field with replacement of broken or worn-out equipment, calibration needs, and new PPE
• Other duties as assigned Deliverables may include:
• Daily order tracking status (shipped, received, etc)
• Procurement Order Request (as needed)
• Weekly Inventory Log
• Monthly Inventory Log
• Daily Program equipment readiness (BOM fulfillment %)
• Program equipment shipping status (as needed)
• Other duties as assigned to fulfil contract requirements REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Education Requirements:
• High School Diploma with three (3) years' experience of progressive responsibility in procurement, distribution, and warehousing roles; or
• Associates Degree in business related field (preferred) with two years' experience of progressive responsibility in procurement, distribution, and warehousing roles. Licensing and Clearance Requirements:
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain an active Top Secret Clearance. Preferred Skills and Experience:
• Strong experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and function in a fast-paced environment, meeting quick turnaround deadlines
• Self-Starter and team working abilities
• Knowledge in government supply-chain management and logistics functions
• General understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Afognak Native Corporation and Afognak's direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates to include Alutiiq, LLC; Afognak Commercial Group, LLC; Alutiiq Professional Consulting, LLC; and each of their respective domestic and foreign, direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates are equal opportunity employers that do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws (collectively, "Protected Status"). The pay range information provided is a general guideline. The pay rate offered will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as geographic locations, market data, and other business considerations, as permitted by law. Our full range of benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability protection, life insurance, prescription coverage, voluntary benefits, paid leave, and 401(k) retirement. Positions covered by the McNamara O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), Davis-Bacon Act (DBA), or a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), or Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will comply with the statute or CBA requirements as well as other client-customer contract requirements (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). For more information, please visit our Company's Career page.