Strategic Supply Chain & Inventory Specialist

ADP, Inc.; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanwha Defense USA is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist in Opelika, AL to support material flow, receiving, and inventory control for a 50,000 sq. ft. facility specializing in combat vehicle maintenance, modification, and prototyping.

You will work with technicians, engineers, and leadership to ensure availability of critical parts, manage shipments, and ensure compliance with DoD requirements while driving safety and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Technical degree or logistics certification in supply chain
• Experience in manufacturing, military, or industrial logistics
• Strong understanding of inventory management and documentation
• Ability to read technical manuals, part lists, and kit installation docs
• Hands-on experience with material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks)
• Proven ability to collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and program personnel in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Manage receiving, inspection, and processing of incoming materials including repair parts, modification kits, prototype components, and government-furnished equipment
• Maintain accurate inventory using established tracking systems with proper labeling and storage
• Coordinate issuance, staging, and movement of parts and kits for repair, modification, prototyping, and integration tasks
• Collaborate with technicians, engineers, and supervisors to forecast material needs to meet timelines
• Monitor and reconcile inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions
• Manage shipping operations including packaging, documentation, and transportation in compliance
• Support logistics planning for prototype builds and engineering change packages
• Oversee storage and handling of sensitive materials with proper environmental controls
• Coordinate with procurement to resolve shortages and technical questions
• Enforce OSHA-compliant safety practices in material handling and drive continuous improvements

Skills

Inventory management

Logistics coordination

Reading manuals

Forklift operation

Collaborative teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Technical degree or logistics certification

Military/industrial training

Tools

Inventory management software

ERP systems

DoD documentation systems

Job description

Hanwha Defense USA is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist in Opelika, AL to support material flow, receiving, and inventory control for a 50,000 sq. ft. facility specializing in combat vehicle maintenance, modification, and prototyping.

You will work with technicians, engineers, and leadership to ensure availability of critical parts, manage shipments, and ensure compliance with DoD requirements while driving safety and process improvements.