Logistics Specialist - Shipping and Receiving - Dahlgren, VA

Job Description

Akima Mission Optimization (AMO) is hiring an Inventory Logistician to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Corporate Operations Support Services contract in Dahlgren, VA. NSWC Dahlgren requires on‑site logistics support for day‑to‑day operations of the Corporate Operations Department in the areas of general equipment and operating materials & supplies (OM&S), distribution, disposal, and reverse logistics. The candidate will ensure that all logistics functions meet operational, audit, and compliance requirements.

This role is on‑site at the specified location.

Applicable for Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.

• Full‑time on‑site logistics support who independently evaluates logistics requirements to coordinate and oversee supply movement operations.
• Exercise discretion and judgement to determine appropriate actions to resolve discrepancies or operational challenges.
• Support planning, process development, and compliance monitoring that affects the accuracy, efficiency, and reliability of logistics operations.
• Manages day‑to‑day logistics program operations including shipping, receiving, material movement, and property accountability in alignment with government and organizational requirements.
• Develop operational plans for supply movement, inventory cycles, distribution workflows, and material controls, ensuring resources and timelines support mission execution.
• Identify risks or discrepancies and independently determine corrective actions to maintain compliance and logistical accuracy.
• Coordinate with government stakeholders, vendors, carriers, and transportation providers to ensure timely delivery and movement of materials.
• Serve as the primary point of contact to provide guidance on material movement planning, property requirements, and compliance standards.
• Oversee the receipt, inspection, documentation, and tracking of materials and equipment to ensure proper accountability and chain of custody.
• Validate documentation, resolving discrepancies through coordination with procurement, vendors, and property managers.
• Ensure inventory, shipping, receiving, and property data within N‑ERP and associated systems is accurate, complete, and compliant with audit requirements.
• Plan and oversee physical inventories, spot checks, and reconciliation activities to maintain audit readiness and accurate reporting.
• Develop performance and operational reports to inform leadership of supply chain trends, material flow efficiency, and operational risks.
• Perform data analysis to identify workflow bottlenecks, shipping delays, or recurring inventory discrepancies and recommend process improvements.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports summarizing logistics program performance and compliance status.

High School/GED

• Current DoD Interim Secret clearance or higher; ability to maintain a final Secret security clearance.
• Associate's degree, or three (3) years or more of related work experience.
• Ability to work independently across multiple online systems to resolve issues and respond to customer inquiries.
• Detail‑oriented and customer‑focused team member.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Experience utilizing N-ERP or similar enterprise resource planning systems for inventory and material tracking.

On‑Site

$58,000 - $62,000 annually

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.

Dahlgren, Virginia

Operations_ Specialist

Akima

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