Shipping and Receiving - P

Akima; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Akima is looking for an Inventory Logistician to join their team in Dahlgren, Virginia. This full-time position requires on-site logistics support for various supply chain functions, ensuring compliance and managing day-to-day operations. Candidates must hold a DoD-issued Secret security clearance, have an Associate's degree or equivalent experience, and possess proficiency in Microsoft Office and enterprise resource planning systems. The role includes responsibilities such as logistics management, coordination with government stakeholders, and developing compliance reports.

Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain a DoD-issued Secret security clearance.
• Ability to work independently across multiple online systems.
• Experience in inventory and material tracking.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate logistics requirements for supply movement.
• Manage logistics program operations in accordance with compliance.
• Develop operational plans and oversee inventory processes.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure timely material movements.
• Prepare operational reports on logistics performance.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Customer-focused

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Problem-solving

Education

Associate's degree

Three years of related work experience

Tools

N-ERP or similar systems

Job description

Akima Mission Optimization (AMO) is expecting to expand the team and need additional Inventory Logistician's to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Corporate Operations Support Services contract in Dahlgren, VA. NSWC Dahlgren requires on-site logistics support for day-to-day operations of the Corporate Operations Department in the areas of general equipment and operating materials & supplies (OM&S), distribution, disposal and reverse logistics. Candidate will ensure that all logistics functions meet operational, audit, and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Full time on-site logistics support who independently evaluates logistics requirements to coordinate and oversee supply movement operations.
• Exercise discretion and judgement to determine appropriate actions to resolve discrepancies or operational challenges.
• Support planning, process development, and compliance monitoring that affects the accuracy, efficiency, and reliability of logistics operations.
• Manages day‑to‑day logistics program operations including shipping, receiving, material movement, and property accountability in alignment with government and organizational requirements.
• Develops operational plans for supply movement, inventory cycles, distribution workflows, and material controls, ensuring resources and timelines support mission execution.
• Identifies risks or discrepancies and independently determines corrective actions to maintain compliance and logistical accuracy.
• Coordinates with government stakeholders, vendors, carriers, and transportation providers to ensure timely delivery and movement of materials.
• Serves as the primary point of contact to provide guidance on material movement planning, property requirements, and compliance standards.
• Oversee the receipt, inspection, documentation, and tracking of materials and equipment to ensure proper accountability and chain of custody.
• Validate documentation, resolving discrepancies through coordination with procurement, vendors, and property managers.
• Ensures inventory, shipping, receiving, and property data within N‑ERP and associated systems is accurate, complete, and compliant with audit requirements.
• Plans and oversee physical inventories, spot checks, and reconciliation activities to maintain audit readiness and accurate reporting.
• Develop performance and operational reports to inform leadership of supply chain trends, material flow efficiency, and operational risks.
• Perform data analysis to identify workflow bottlenecks, shipping delays, or recurring inventory discrepancies and recommend process improvements.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports summarizing logistics program performance and compliance status.

Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain a DoD-issued Secret security clearance.
• Associate's degree, or three (3) years or more of related work experience.
• Ability to work independently across multiple online systems to resolve issues and respond to customer inquiries.
• Must be a detail-oriented and customer-focused team member.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Working experience utilizing N-ERP or similar enterprise resource planning systems for inventory and material tracking.

Job ID

2026-23252

Work Type

On-Site

Pay Range

$50,000 - $55,000

Benefits

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.