LOGISTICS & SUPPLY MANAGER at U.S. Navy Reading, PA

Downtown Boulder Partnership; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus upon enlistment

Free health insurance

Free housing

Retirement plan

Paid training

College credit

Job summary

The U.S. Navy in Reading, PA seeks a Logistics & Supply Manager to support mission-critical inventory management, procurement and financial oversight.

You’ll oversee logistics operations, ensure accurate records, and facilitate timely delivery of gear, parts and cargo. The role includes two classifications: Logistics Specialist and Logistics Specialist Submarine, with duties ranging from receiving and organizing items to operating logistics computer systems and reporting.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen or equivalent
• High school diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Order, store, check and issue flight gear and parts
• Receive, sort, inspect and deliver arriving mail and cargo
• Maintain inventory database and prepare reports and correspondence
• Operate computer systems that provide logistic support information

Skills

Inventory control

Logistics coordination

Attention to detail

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

LOGISTICS & SUPPLY MANAGER – U.S. Navy, Reading, PA

ABOUT

In this field, your efforts are critical in delivering what the Navy needs for mission success. You’ll always be thinking ahead and will know what people want before they do—and you’ll never miss a beat. Become a pro in inventory management, financial management, and procurement.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Logistics Specialist (LS), your efforts are crucial in delivering what the Navy needs for mission success. There are two classifications of Logistics Specialists depending on whether you choose to serve on submarines, both with corresponding responsibilities:

• Logistics Specialist (LS)
• Order, store, check and issue flight gear, repair parts and other equipment and goods
• Organize and operate Navy post offices, ashore and afloat
• Receive, sort, inspect and deliver arriving mail and cargo
• Maintain inventory database and prepare reports and correspondence
• Maintain financial logs and records
• Operate computer systems that provide logistic support information
• Logistics Specialist Submarine (LSS)
• Manage inventories of repair parts/general supplies for submarines and short‑base activities
• Operate Navy post offices, ashore and afloat, including distributing mail for submarines
• Order, store, check and issue equipment and goods
• Receive, sort, inspect and deliver arriving mail and cargo
• Maintain inventory database and prepare reports and correspondence
• Maintain financial logs and records
• Operate computer systems that provide logistic support information

PAY AND BENEFITS

• Competitive salary
• Potential to earn a bonus upon enlistment
• Free health insurance
• Free housing
• A retirement plan
• Paid training
• College credit

EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES

• Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance
• Post‑9/11 GI Bill, up to 100% tuition
• Professional credentials and certifications
• College credit hours toward a bachelor’s or associate degree through the American Council on

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• U.S. citizen or equivalent
• High school graduate or equivalent
• 17 years of age or older

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you’re currently serving, whether you’ve served before or whether you’ve never served before.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

These roles perform a variety of duties worldwide, at numerous overseas and states‑wide shore commands, aboard surface ships, aircraft and submarines. They generally divide time between assignments ashore and afloat.

PART‑TIME OPPORTUNITIES

The role above is an Active Duty opportunity in the Navy, however there are part‑time roles available. Serving part‑time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Logistics Specialists in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.