Description
Description
SAIC is seeking an experienced Logistics Lead to establish and manage logistics operations for a new system deliverable production project at our Bedford, IN Production Facility. This position will support integration efforts for our Department of Defense (DoD) customer, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality systems while maintaining compliance with ISO and DoD standards.
This role requires a results-driven leader with deep logistics expertise, a strong focus on quality and process development, and a willingness to be hands-on during the setup and execution of a scalable production operation.
Primary Responsibilities
- Develop and implement logistics processes to enable efficient material planning, inventory management, and on-schedule delivery in a production environment.
- Lead and oversee all logistics operations, ensuring compliance with program and customer requirements.
- Serve as the logistics subject matter expert (SME), offering technical guidance and mentorship to team members.
- Collaborate across functional teams to support production readiness, solve challenges, and drive operational efficiency.
- Lead inventory management, procurement tracking, and production kitting efforts to ensure alignment with production needs.
- Drive process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure program success.
- Guide and manage the logistics team, encouraging skill development and fostering a culture of collaboration and quality.
- Communicate effectively with internal teams, external suppliers, and stakeholders to resolve logistics-related challenges.
- Bachelor's Degree + 6 years of logistics-related experience, or Master's Degree + 4 years. In lieu of a degree, 10+ years of relevant logistics experience may be considered.
- Demonstrated experience in logistics operations, including material handling, warehouse management, inventory control, and production support.
- Experience supporting government or DoD production programs is highly preferred.
Education and Experience
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree + 6 years of logistics-related experience, or master's degree + 4 years. In lieu of a degree, 10+ years of relevant logistics experience may be considered.
- Proven ability to develop and lead effective logistics processes in a production environment.
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage and mentor a logistics team while supporting hands-on operations.
- Working knowledge of industry quality standards and compliance processes, such as ISO 9001:2015.
- Problem-solving expertise and flexibility to adapt in dynamic environments to meet project deadlines.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and communicate effectively with leadership, suppliers, and stakeholders.
- Interim clearance required to start with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance. SAIC will sponsor the clearance.
Highly Desired Skills and Experience
- Certifications in logistics or supply chain (e.g., CPSM, CSCP).
- Familiarity with DoD logistics processes, procurement regulations, and compliance standards.
- Active DoD Secret Security Clearance.
- Experience working with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and logistics software tools.
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