Sr. Logistics Manager at Akima, LLC in Suffolk, Virginia

Job Description:

From requirements and design to operations, logistics and support, customers come to Truestone, an Akima Company, because we’ve earned their trust at every stage of the lifecycle for complex systems and networks. Our personnel enjoy competitive benefits packages and challenging roles in work environments committed to innovation, diversity and opportunity for career growth. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), 100% of our company’s profits go back to our more than 14,000 Iñupiat shareholders that have resided near and above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years. Our business helps support their way of life and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived in a challenging environment.

Job Summary:

The Supply Chain Manager coordinates, organizes, and oversees all activities involved in the identification, acquisition, planning, shipping and storage, and distribution of the project’s goods.

Responsibilities:

• Oversees the daily workflow and schedules of the department.


• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive. 


• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.  


• Manage all project-based procurement functions and assigned personnel including purchasing, material planning and warehousing.


• Provide technical guidance and leadership for personnel assigned to assist with procurement activities including recruitment, development, training and retention of staff.


• Liaise with Project Program Manager and other departmental managers to resolve any technical or administrative challenges and improve the performance of the expediting department.


• Collaborates with other departments and stakeholders to identify and maintain resources needed to establish and provide an effective supply chain.


• Establishes performance metrics for measurement, comparison, or evaluation of factors effecting the supply chain.


• Approve purchase orders including change management and close-out activities.


• Develops and maintains detailed inventories of materials and supplies located at within the Suffolk Warehouse and others sites, and Work in Progress at Supplier locations.   


• Procure and maintains required quantity of supplies and materials to support shipboard integration activities.


• Analyzes current inventories and procedures; suggest improvements to increase efficiency of supply chain and company profitability.


• Develops policies to increase efficiency throughout the supply chain while ensuring quality and safety; implements subsequent changes to processes.


• Assesses the need for material-handling equipment and staffing; makes recommendations to ensure efficient loading, unloading, movement, and storage of materials.


• Negotiates prices for raw material and delivery with suppliers, vendors, and/or shipping companies.


• Monitors the performance of suppliers, assessing their ability to meet quality and delivery requirements; identifies and qualifies new suppliers in collaboration with other departments.


• Direct processes and procedures of terms and conditions for purchase of equipment and materials.


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Minimum of 5 years ’ experience as a Supply Chain Manager.


• Hands on experience with supply chain management software (such as Costpoint or SAP).


• Experience in Navy or other maritime logistics preferred.


• Proven management experience to include training, leading and developing of assigned employees.


• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with a proven ability to create and maintain positive working relationships with vendors, suppliers, shippers, and customers.


• Understanding of commercial terms and conditions.


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on company’s success.


• Team player mentality.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• BA in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or similar relevant field highly preferred


• Three years of experience as a supervisor, manager, or similar relevant position within a Supply Chain environment required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.


• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description generally cover the nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.  This is not intended to be a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.  Subject to the terms of an applicable collective bargaining agreement, the company management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as may be necessary.  We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer. 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.

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