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Logistics Specialist II

General Atomics

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Poway, CA
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Job Overview:

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for supporting the planning and execution of global logistics strategies, processes, and tools.
Participates in the continuous improvement and execution of global logistics initiatives and processes including forward and reverse logistics, return to vendor (RTV), analysis and reporting, processing and supporting Global Shipping and Receiving transitions as needed, new process development and provides administrative and technical support to the global logistics senior leadership team.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
  • Provides administrative and technical support to the senior Global Logistics management team.  
  • Participates in planning and executing global logistics strategies and establishing standard logistics processes and tools.
  • Coordinates and supports global logistics activities for selected projects and people, including logistics planning, training, supply chain activities from the point of manufacturing through final delivery, warehousing, shipping and receiving, and internal/external customer service.
  • Performs daily transactions in SAP (QN’s, Goods receipts, Goods Issues and Returns to Vendor).
  • Track and maintains lot and/or serial-controlled materials in SAP, ensuring full traceability.
  • Coordinates with Planning, Purchasing, Production Control, Quality, and Demand Management to resolve material issues.
  • Processes inbound deliveries and goods receipts in SAP against Purchase Orders.
  • Verifies incoming materials against documentation; coordinates with Quality for inspections or holds.
  • Processes return to stock, nonconforming material, and scrap in SAP according to established procedures.
  • Releases Re-Work Work Orders.
  • Completes and distributes standard SAP reports to support QN’s, Audits, and Management reviews.
  • Serves as a resource for SAP processes for junior staff and new team members.
  • Assist in documenting and improving standard work instructions for SAP QN and Receiving Transactions.
  • Identifies logistics issues and participates in developing solutions to a variety of moderately complex problems while referring to standard policies, procedures and practices.
  • May participate in progress planning and review sessions to discuss costs, schedule, and operational performance
  • Develops, maintains and distributes key performance metrics and analysis.
  • Responsible for ensuring all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations are observed wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
  • Responsible for ensuring work is accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
  • Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
 

Job Qualifications

  • Typically requires a bachelor's degree and three or more years of progressive logistics management experience.
  • Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
  • Must demonstrate a general understanding and application of global logistics management concepts and principles and have proven skills such as organizing, scheduling, and coordinating work assignments to meet project milestones or established completion dates.
  • Must possess the ability to contribute to the development of new processes and resolve non-routine technical matters.
  • Intermediate understanding of SAP operating systems is preferred
  • Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.
Must be customer focused and possess:
  • the ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop solutions to a variety of problems including supply chain activities;
  • good analytical, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and present findings;
  • good interpersonal skills; and
  • excellent computer skills.
  • strong written and verbal communication skills.