Sr. Project Manager I (SME I) for ELMS - Active Secret

Akima, LLC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Akima Global Logistics (AGL), an Akima company, is hiring a Senior Logistics Program Manager to oversee ICP/ILS implementation, item management and cross-functional logistics efforts for DoD programs. You will coordinate with government customers, drive schedules, budgets, and performance metrics while leading a team across multiple projects.

You will ensure data integrity, drive process improvements, and maintain compliance with security and regulatory requirements, contributing to mission

Qualifications

• Master's degree in logistics, supply chain, or related field.
• Project Management certification and 2-3 years of leading medium to large projects.
• 10+ years combined experience with DoD or other federal agency in Financial Management, Program Management, IT, Material Management or Logistics, INCLUDING: Minimum 3 years of item management experience.
• Minimum 3 years Major Command to Headquarters staff experience.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in material management utilizing an LIS.
• Minimum 5 years' experience as a government or civilian project or team lead.
• Active Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manages the day-to-day activities on complex Technical or non-technical project(s).
• Manages the administrative/operational leadership of a project within the program guidelines set by the Program Manager and customer.
• Monitors project(s) to ensure work scope, schedule, and budget are well defined and maintained.
• Provides the coordination between resource managers/supervisors and ensures all necessary reviews and approvals are received.
• May conduct performance/project analyses to benefit future/other projects/missions.
• Performs complex tasks and has some latitude for determining appropriate processes to follow.
• Leads and directs the work of other employees and has full authority for personnel decisions.
• Supervision may be provided through a team of subordinate supervisors and/or managers.
• Administers departmental policies and procedures, evaluates results and performance, and assists with the development of new or modified budgets, strategic plans, or policies.
• In-depth understanding of the field's concepts and principles.

Skills

Project management

Logistics coordination

Budget planning

Stakeholder communication

Education

Master's degree in logistics management, supply chain or business-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

• Plans, coordinates and implements USSOCOM’s ELMS Inventory Control Point (ICP) structure within the ELMS Enterprise Design Implementation. Executes project management functions to manage strategic, operational, and tactical program implementations.


• Plans, coordinates and implements the Item Manager Team to facilitate the Major Command-level materiel management plans within the greater USSOCOM enterprise, synchronizing multiple projects.


• Demonstrated expertise in ELMS ICP, Warehouse and Property Accountability modules.


• Oversee ICP personnel within their respective program in all technical, administrative and training functions while synchronizing efforts with the larger strategic USSOCOM vision.


• Coordinates with ELMS Program Implementation Lead on the conversion of SOF legacy supply and/or inventory management applications to ELMS Warehouse, M&U and Material Management modules by supporting the following steps: (1) validate scope of materiel to be converted, (2) validate the item catalog, (3) validate ELMS structure and catalog, (4) validate ELMS due-ins, (5) validate data loads, (6) data validation/reconciliation, and (7) ensure ELMS maintenance with Government approval.


• Plans, manages, and coordinates logistics supply chain support within the item management function within assigned major systems or subsystems with Government approval.


• Assists PEO/Product Support Managers (PSM) in the establishment of acquisition milestones pertaining to supply chain management and monitors product support providers throughout the supply chain to ensure schedules are met, deficiencies are identified, and required adjustments are made.


• Analyzes planning and programming documents to determine the nature and scope of acquisition efforts throughout the life cycle to determine scope, interface requirements, policy issues, and performance criteria impacting current and transitioning systems.


• Assists PEO/PSM to implement Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) plans and milestones as directed by policy and guidance to provide the best product for the user, ensuring the most effective and economical means of support are considered and planned for during all stages of a system’s life cycle.


• Ensures comprehensive consideration of all factors that impact the logistic supply chain regarding design and support, including emerging technologies, testing, spares procurement strategy, supply support, product support providers, and any required field/depot training.


• Evaluates individual PEO program’s life cycle cost and trade-off parameters to ensure optimal use of product support providers’ supply and resources without degrading operational readiness.


• Recommends deviations from plans based on costs, schedules, and performance to accommodate incorporation of new equipment and/or requirements into assigned systems.


• In collaboration with PSM/LCSM, act as Item Manager to gather facts, analyze data, and develop conclusions relative to any life cycle matters having a significant impact on solutions to problems requiring command attention because of their criticality or involvement with high-level policy.


• Develops and validates internal controls and recommends policy and regulatory changes, as well as program enhancements when needed.


• Performs program level ICP management/maintenance functionswithin APSR.


• Ensure all personnel are current with any APSR required training.


• Employs the entire Microsoft Office Suite capability to produce manage workload requirements and provide administrative work products.


• Employs matured interpersonal skills, such as action and solution-oriented approach to problem solving, to support ELMS implementation in a fast-paced and fluid environment.


• Actions the Government’s intent with little to no direct guidance to achieve objectives.

Responsibilities

• Manages the day-to-day activities on complex Technical or non-technical project(s).


• Manages the administrative/operational leadership of a project within the program guidelines set by the Program Manager and customer.


• Monitors project(s) to ensure work scope, schedule, and budget are well defined and maintained.


• Provides the coordination between resource managers/supervisors and ensures all necessary reviews and approvals are received.


• May conduct performance/project analyses to benefit future/other projects/missions/programs.


• Performs complex tasks and has some latitude for determining appropriate processes to follow.


• Leads and directs the work of other employees and has full authority for personnel decisions.


• Supervision may be provided through a team of subordinate supervisors and/or managers.


• Administers departmental policies and procedures, evaluates results and performance, and assists with the development of new or modified budgets, strategic plans, or policies.


• In-depth understanding of the field's concepts and principles.


• Leads and directs the work of other employees and has full authority for personnel decisions.


• Supervision may be provided through a team of subordinate supervisors and/or managers.


• Administers departmental policies and procedures, evaluates results and performance, and assists with the development of new or modified budgets, strategic plans, or policies.

Qualifications

• Must have a master's degree required in logistics management, supply chain or a business-related field.


• Must have a Project Management certification and 2-3 years w/demonstrated experience leading medium to large projects.


• Must have a minimum of 10 Years of combined experience with DOD or other federal agency in Financial Management, Program Management, IT, Material Management or Logistics, INCLUDING: Minimum 3 years of item management experience.


• Must have a minimum of 3 years Major Command to Headquarters staff experience.


• Must have a minimum of 5 years' experience in material management utilizing an LIS.


• Must have a minimum of 5 years' experience as a government or civilian project or team lead.


• Must have an active Secret Clearance.


• Any clearance requirements for this position - are established by the government contract.

Job ID

2026-26708

Work Type

On-Site

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Global Logistics (AGL), an Akima company, is not just another operations contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AGL, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, AGL provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, AGL delivers comprehensive supply, transportation, and maintenance services designed to optimize and maintain operations.

As an AGL employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.