Aviation Logistics Manager - Scott Air Force Base, Illinois

Company/Organization: Akima

Position: Management

Job Type: Permanent

Posted: 4/12/2024 6:49:11 PM

Description:

Overview

Work Where it Matters

Akima Logistics Services (ALS), an Akima company, is not just another federal logistics 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 ALS, 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 , ALS 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 , ALS delivers aviation logistics and supply chain services to the Department of Defense and federal civilian government.

As an ALS 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.

Job Summary:

The Logistics Manager will provide logistics support in the production of aircraft and engine systems and components for both CONUS and OCONUS locations. This position will utilize a combination of management, organization, leadership, technical, and logistics skills to develop and maintain site-specific internal and external logistics network to support maintenance requirements.

Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities:

• Manages the logistics movement, distribution and storage of supplies and materials.

• Sources parts/material and negotiates preferential pricing with vendor.

• Plans routes, analyzes budgets, and processes shipments. Designs and analyzes the logistics processes and operational solutions used in distributing those goods and services.

• Identifies and complies with all regulations/compliance requirements for OCONUS shipments.

• Identifies and complies with training requirements for hazardous shipments.

• Identifies and evaluates the effectiveness of all aspects of methods of distribution with the goal of improving operational efficiency.

• Advises management on logistics topics and proposes logistics solutions.

• Performs complex tasks typically following established processes.

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

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

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5 years experience specializing in a DoD aviation/material control environment or equivalent.

• Capable of maintaining an accurate accountability for on-hand inventory.

• Prior aviation logistical operations experience with increasing levels of responsibility.

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.

• Familiarity with shipping, receiving, and handling of hazardous materials.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Work collaboratively, cooperatively, and effectively with co-workers, managers, and stakeholders whether as a team player, team leader, or individual contributor.

• Ability to manage multiple roles and projects.

• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug testing.

• U.S. citizen with the eligibility for a U.S. government security clearance is required.

Posted Salary Range

110K-120K

Benefits Information

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.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assistakima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).

Job: Transportation, Logistics Cargo Handlers

Travel: Yes, 25 of the time

Organization: ALS - Akima Logistics Services

Clearance: Able to Obtain Secret

Work Type: On-Site

Remote: No

ReqID: 2024-8901

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