SKILLBRIDGE, DISTRIBUTION GENERAL MGR (MIT)

NEXCOM • Virginia Beach, VA

63d • Onsite

About The Position

This Skill Bridge program, a collaboration between Skill Bridge and NEXCOM, offers transitioning military personnel an opportunity to gain valuable experience in the retail supply chain, logistics, and transportation industry. The internship focuses on managing the flow of merchandise from vendors to NEX locations worldwide, with the goal of improving service levels and reducing costs. NEXCOM, a global division of the U.S. Navy, operates retail and service operations for military personnel and their families, reinvesting earnings into Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) programs. The program aims to place transitioning military members into roles that leverage their existing skills and training, with the potential for full-time employment with NEXCOM upon completion.

Requirements

• Must meet all eligibility requirements outlined in DoD Instructions for Skill Bridge participation.
• Ability to participate in the apprenticeship program for no more than 120 days.
• Possess at minimum an Interim Secret Security Clearance; with the ability to receive a full Secret Security Clearance.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based work assignments.
• Ten years relevant experience in Navy Logistics that include: Seven years of progressively responsible experience which provided a knowledge of distribution and warehouse management systems, and techniques; materiel handling practices and procedures; or experience in one or more areas of storage and distribution activities such as physical receipt, inspection, storage, stock rotation, stock levels and distribution flow to location sites; and exempt or nonexempt supervisory experience; or similar work which demonstrated the knowledge and abilities required to supervise in a distribution environment.
• Final 12 months of active-duty service.

Nice To Haves

• Associate must receive Hazardous Material (HazMat) training within 90 days of hire per Department of Transportation regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage daily operations of the NEXCOM distribution center, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and timely fulfillment of orders.
• Develop and implement strategies to streamline distribution processes, improve service delivery, and meet business objectives.
• Lead and manage the distribution center workforce, ensuring alignment with goals and fostering a positive, productive work environment.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as throughput, inventory turns, on-time delivery, and labor efficiency, using data to drive improvements.
• Work cross-functionally with departments such as Merchandising, Marketing, IT, Human Resources, and Finance to ensure alignment with broader NEXCOM business strategies.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks in the distribution process, including safety concerns, supply chain disruptions, and compliance issues.
• Use data to assess current distribution performance, identify trends, and implement solutions that enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
• Lead efforts to integrate automation technologies, such as robotic systems, automated sorting, and inventory management tools.
• Oversee supply chain logistics, ensuring that all products are tracked efficiently from receipt to delivery.
• Ensure all goods received and shipped meet quality standards and oversee compliance with relevant industry regulations.
• Evaluate and implement technology solutions that enhance distribution operations, such as advanced warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Identify inefficiencies and implement continuous improvement practices to streamline processes, reduce waste, and improve throughput.
• Administer quality assurance programs to ensure accuracy in order fulfillment, inventory management, and product quality.
• Oversee the hiring, training, and ongoing development of distribution center staff.
• Provide technical training for associates on equipment, technology, and safety procedures.
• Evaluate employee performance regularly, providing feedback and coaching.
• Optimize inventory levels through data-driven insights and efficient stock rotation practices.
• Ensure that products are delivered within required timeframes by monitoring fulfillment processes and working closely with transportation teams.
• Oversee the coordination of incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Ensure that all operations adhere to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Promote a culture of safety through regular training, compliance monitoring, and incident prevention strategies.
• Implement and maintain robust quality control systems to ensure the accuracy and integrity of inventory and shipments.
• Work collaboratively with other NEXCOM departments to ensure distribution operations support the company’s overall goals.
• Maintain effective communication channels with key stakeholders across departments.
• Oversee the maintenance and operation of fleet vehicles.
• Ensure the proper functioning of material handling equipment (MHE), conveyors, and other distribution tools.
• Lead the adoption of automation technologies in the warehouse.
• Utilize advanced data analytics and machine learning tools to optimize inventory control, shipping routes, and warehouse layouts.
• Implement and manage the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Implement sustainable logistics practices to minimize the environmental impact of distribution operations.
• Evaluate energy use in the distribution center and implement measures to reduce consumption.
• The intern will be assigned special projects as needed.

Benefits

• Service members participating in the VA Skill Bridge program will continue to receive their DOD salary and benefits while engaging in this unpaid internship through the DoD Skill Bridge Program for transitioning active-duty U.S. military personnel.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed