Logistics Management Specialist

Logistics Management SpecialistDuties include, but may not be limited to the following:Serves as the Logistics Management Specialist with responsibility for direction and control of logistics planning that includes multiple activities and may include geographically separated areas where no supply chain management personnel are assigned. The primary purpose of this position is to direct, develop and implement policy programs and procedures for the accurate management of Supply Chain Management (SCM) planning. Serves as the Logistics Management Specialist and provides administrative and technical oversight to a lower-graded specialist.As a SCM Team Member, the position collaborates with the Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO), VAMC Senior Management leadership, Veterans Integrated Service Network staff (VISN), Veterans Health Administration (VHA) program office and Senior Management and leadership in supported activities developing supply chain management strategies in support of the VA Health Care System and supported catchment area. This position is responsible for ensuring fully prepared SCM personnel and equipment for the Emergency Medical Response Team (EMRT). Develops assigned Supply Chain metrics which identify business objectives and drives the right supply chain behaviors for planning and executing approved strategies and providing supply chain expertise to improve supply availability with a focus on getting the right material, at the right time and right place to support the health care system.Integration 50% Resolves or contributes to the resolution of assigned high-priority logistics, supply, distribution, information or service problems through personal action or immediate coordination with required local personnel/activities. Serves as an integrator and/or facilitator for contact with supply chain management customers, ensuring Supply Chain Management Service is positioned to serve the full range of supply chain needs. Establishes procedures for the integrated efforts of SCM operations with services throughout the VAMC and supported activities for mission essential deployment of SCM EM RT planning. Ensures that all assigned personnel and equipment are properly identified and prepared for deployment during simulated and actual emergency response exercises. Trains, plans and controls the movement of personnel and equipment during simulated and actual emergency response exercises. Participates in the development of supply chain management practices for facility maintenance activities, with a focus on long range planning improvement Recommends alternate courses of action in resolving problems critical to current and future logistics requirements. Reviews, coordinates and integrates commodity management of assets. Initiates and tracks forecasting actions for assigned items for future requirements. Directs item distribution to storage locations, field supply support activities and customers based on priority, delivery schedules and other requirements. Provides disposition instructions for excess and dormant material at the health care system.Analytics 35%Analyzes the effectiveness of the supply chain and supported services. Develops ongoing strategic analyses across supply chain activities and takes action for improvements. Researches and studies private industry as well as Department of Veteran Affairs best practices to develop and apply concepts that best fit and support Supply Chain requirements. In conducting research and studies for proactive purchases, develops a plan of action to collect facts and information required to formulate new concepts, i.e. marketing strategies for new contractors and suppliers. Writes and develops documentation and supply chain policy and procedural directives. Provides technical assistance within the areas of logistics planning, logistics integration, support and requirements; including supply, procurement, disposal and reutilization, hazmat handling, storage and stockage, logistics data and information, order fulfillment, discrepancy reporting and returns processing, procurement, contracting, production, finance, requirements determination and other collaborative demand planning, transportation, cataloging, provisioning, storage, and distribution.Training and Customer Service 15% Develops logistics and SCM training opportunities and customer supply chain systems, programs, support offerings, supplies and services to collaborative partners and customers. Develops education and training documentation. Communicates with customers and personnel on the role the supply chain plays in maintaining comprehensive supply chain support, operational readiness and sustainability. Performs other related duties as assigned.Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30 pmThis is not a virtual position.Position Description/PD#: Logistics Management Specialist/ PD99839S