Manager of Logistics (Non-Represented)

BART•Hayward Shop, CA

About The Position

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) seeks a manager to lead the Inventory and Stores Logistics Division within the Procurement and Materials Management Department. Reporting to the Director of Procurement or designee, the manager directs the efficient flow of materials and goods throughout the District and provides complex administrative support to the Director. The role develops and implements inventory and stores logistics procedures, maintains accurate inventory records, analyzes inventory cycles, oversees disposition of obsolete stock, and conducts audits to reconcile physical counts with computerized records. It also directs acquisition of storage facilities, plans space utilization, and administers warranty-control materials. The manager monitors service delivery, selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates staff, directs the division work plan, and participates in developing and administering the annual budget. The position serves as a liaison to other divisions to resolve sensitive and controversial issues, supports boards, commissions, and committees, and monitors relevant developments and legislation to recommend improvements in equipment, practices, and procedures. This announcement establishes an eligibility pool for vacancies that may occur within the next 12 months. Applications are reviewed in rounds, and the District may close the recruitment after a round if enough qualified candidates have been identified. The position is full-time, with Saturday and Sunday as days off. The stated annual salary range is $160,800 to $243,612; the negotiable offer range is $160,800 to $192,590, commensurate with education and experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university; additional qualifying professional experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
Equivalent of five years of full-time professional, verifiable experience in logistics management, inventory management, or related work.
At least two years of supervisory experience.
Knowledge of comprehensive inventory and stores logistics programs, inventory and distribution management, and methods of receiving, storing, distributing, and shipping materials and equipment.
Knowledge of program development and administration, warehouse and storeroom space utilization, inventory-control computer applications, inventory cost accounting, recordkeeping, budget preparation, supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Ability to oversee inventory and logistics programs; select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff; and develop division goals, policies, procedures, and standards.
Ability to use specialized material-management and inventory applications and determine storage-space requirements.
Ability to prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
Ability to analyze problems, identify alternatives, project consequences, make recommendations, evaluate service-delivery methods, and implement improvements.
Ability to interpret and apply relevant policies, laws, and regulations.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing and establish effective working relationships.

Nice To Haves

A college degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage the Inventory and Stores Logistics Division and the efficient flow of materials and goods throughout the District.
Develop and implement division goals, objectives, policies, priorities, procedures, and standards.
Monitor and evaluate service delivery methods and recommend appropriate service and staffing levels.
Plan, direct, coordinate, and review staff work plans, assignments, projects, and work products; address problems and evaluate methods and procedures.
Ensure inventory assets are accounted for and inventory records and files are accurate.
Analyze inventory cycles and determine inventory requirements to adjust material flow to meet department needs.
Oversee removal and disposition of obsolete stock.
Direct acquisition of storage facilities, plan space utilization, and determine future space requirements.
Administer warranty-control materials and coordinate returns or reimbursements under warranty programs.
Conduct inventory audits by comparing physical inventory with computerized records, reconcile discrepancies, and recommend corrections to system deficiencies.
Monitor relevant developments and legislation and recommend or implement improvements to equipment, practices, and procedures.
Select, train, motivate, and evaluate personnel; correct deficiencies and implement discipline or termination procedures when necessary.
Oversee and participate in development and administration of the division’s annual budget, forecast funds, and monitor expenditures.
Serve as the division’s liaison with other divisions to negotiate and resolve sensitive or controversial issues.
Serve on boards, commissions, and committees and prepare and present staff reports and correspondence.
Conduct organizational, investigative, and operational studies and recommend modifications to programs, policies, and procedures.
Participate in professional group meetings to stay informed about trends and innovations in materials management.