Senior Logistician

Job Posting Organization:
The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) is a key component of NATO, established to support the mission of preserving peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security for nearly one billion citizens. With a history spanning over 70 years, NCIA has evolved to meet the technological needs of NATO, employing around 3000 civilian and military staff across 29 locations in Europe, North America, and Asia. The agency focuses on providing advanced technology and cyber solutions that enable NATO to conduct critical operations, protect airspace, and maintain superiority in various domains. The organization values its workforce, aiming to hire, train, and retain the best talent to maintain its technological edge and ensure the success of its mission.

Job Overview:
As a Senior Logistician based in Norfolk, Virginia, you will play a crucial role in transforming NATO's IT services to support its Digital Endeavour. You will be part of the CSU Norfolk team, which is responsible for managing, delivering, and maintaining Communications and Information Systems (CIS) products and services for NATO's Agency customers during peacetime, crisis, and war. This position requires a proactive and enthusiastic individual who can effectively coordinate logistics-operations" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">logistics operations, manage inventory, and develop logistics plans that impact production and distribution. Your contributions will directly support the operational readiness and efficiency of NATO's logistics capabilities.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Senior Logistician will be responsible for a variety of tasks including: working with Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) processes and operations; coordinating daily inventory management activities across different locations within a facility or supply network; developing and analyzing logistics plans that influence production, distribution, and inventory; recognizing and utilizing software systems or components for supply chain management; analyzing and documenting key performance indicators related to warehouse management; and assisting in maintaining NCIA CIS Assets Property Accounting Records for NCIA Entities and External Customers within the CSU Area of Responsibility (AoR). A comprehensive list of duties can be found in the job description on the NCIA career site.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess higher vocational training in a relevant discipline with at least 2 years of post-related experience, or a secondary educational qualification with a minimum of 4 years of post-related experience. Additionally, experience in Supply, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management is essential. Candidates should demonstrate a strong understanding of logistics processes and have the ability to analyze and improve logistics operations.

Educational Background:
The position requires candidates to have completed higher vocational training in a relevant field or possess a secondary educational qualification. This educational background should be complemented by practical experience in logistics or supply chain management, ensuring that candidates have the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills to excel in the role.

Experience:
The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in logistics or supply chain management if they hold higher vocational training, or at least 4 years of experience if they have a secondary educational qualification. This experience should include hands-on involvement in logistics operations, inventory management, and supply chain processes, demonstrating a solid understanding of the field.

Languages:
Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is mandatory for this position. Candidates should be able to communicate effectively in English, as it is the primary language used within NATO and the NCIA. Additional language skills may be considered an asset but are not required.

Additional Notes:
The position offers a 5-year contract with a competitive tax-free salary, along with household and children's allowances where applicable. Expatriate staff will receive privileges including expatriation and education allowances, as well as additional home leave. The role includes excellent private health insurance and generous annual leave of 30 days plus official holidays. Additionally, employees will benefit from the NATO Pension Scheme and have access to various development programs, including professional training and wellbeing initiatives. The NCIA is committed to being an equal opportunity employer, fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and mutual respect.