Senior Operations Support Program Analyst

Parsons Corporation•Herndon, VA

About The Position

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible. Job Description: Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Sr Operations Support Program Analyst to join our team! Overview: Manage daily operations/logistics procedures to ensure efficiency Assist in developing and implementing operational policies and guidelines Identify and resolve operational problems to prevent delays Provide support in project management tasks Develops policies, guidelines, and procedures to ensure quality and cost control. Conducts distribution and network studies, monitors, inventory, and analyzes requirements in order to develop strategies to achieve or improve desired results. Work closely with the operations team to achieve business goals Additional specific duties: Responsible for document control at the field office level. Schedules meetings client and subcontractors and prepares presentations and other materials as required. Reconciles various office accounts; pays operating bills or submits appropriate documentation to the corporate office for payment. Obtain competitive bids from outside vendors for a variety of services such as on-site copiers, maintenance services, etc. Submits recommended purchase/lease arrangements to Project/Operations Manager for approval. Prepare financial reports as requested by management. May represent the office by attendance at meetings with the client or others. Highlights pertinent/pending actions for program, project, and functional group managers. Manages long lead inventory/assets issues and solutions. Administers the operating budget for the project office. Gives input for initial figures; investigates, resolves, and reports all variances to the Project Manager. Purchases, manages, forecasts and maintains appropriate inventory levels. Originates correspondence and reports not requiring the personal attention of Project Manager. Shipping various inventory pieces through major shipping companies-includes initializing, scheduling and coordinating end to end. Responsible for the Return Merchandize Authorization (RMA) process in our section from end to end. Responsible for submitting new requirements into the procurement system and following those requirements through receipt of items, tracking packing slips, and closing out receipt in Cost Point. Packing inventory for shipping/delivery to customers or other recipient. This includes occasional drop off of assets to shippers. (Applicant should be able to lift 50+lbs w/o issue) Reviews time reports to verify accuracy of hours worked and Job#/WBS charges. This position is part of our Federal Solutions team. The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in a related field such as government or large company logistics, supply chain, supply, acquisitions, program management, program analyst, operations analyst etc. 15+ years preferred
Prior military experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree.
The ability to take initiative and follow through end to end on various tasks.
Strong written and oral communication, organizational, demonstrated leadership, and interpersonal skills are required.
Demonstrated proficiency in keyboard skills and the utilization of MS Windows, Office 365 and related word processing, spreadsheet, and database software, is required.
Demonstrated proficiency in dealing with vendors, suppliers and customers.
A working knowledge of company policies and procedures is preferred, as well as a demonstrated ability to administer a variety of activities simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines with minimal oversight.
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Applicant should be able to lift 50+lbs w/o issue

Nice To Haves

Experience with SharePoint and Equip (or other inventory management systems) are a plus
Experience with Government Contracts/Customers
Hazmat certified desired (or ability to obtain shortly after hire).
Relevant degree in business, finance, supply chain management, logistics, management, or related area.
TS/SCI security clearance preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage daily operations/logistics procedures to ensure efficiency
Assist in developing and implementing operational policies and guidelines
Identify and resolve operational problems to prevent delays
Provide support in project management tasks
Develops policies, guidelines, and procedures to ensure quality and cost control.
Conducts distribution and network studies, monitors, inventory, and analyzes requirements in order to develop strategies to achieve or improve desired results.
Work closely with the operations team to achieve business goals
Responsible for document control at the field office level.
Schedules meetings client and subcontractors and prepares presentations and other materials as required.
Reconciles various office accounts; pays operating bills or submits appropriate documentation to the corporate office for payment.
Obtain competitive bids from outside vendors for a variety of services such as on-site copiers, maintenance services, etc.
Submits recommended purchase/lease arrangements to Project/Operations Manager for approval.
Prepare financial reports as requested by management.
May represent the office by attendance at meetings with the client or others.
Highlights pertinent/pending actions for program, project, and functional group managers.
Manages long lead inventory/assets issues and solutions.
Administers the operating budget for the project office.
Gives input for initial figures; investigates, resolves, and reports all variances to the Project Manager.
Purchases, manages, forecasts and maintains appropriate inventory levels.
Originates correspondence and reports not requiring the personal attention of Project Manager.
Shipping various inventory pieces through major shipping companies-includes initializing, scheduling and coordinating end to end.
Responsible for the Return Merchandize Authorization (RMA) process in our section from end to end.
Responsible for submitting new requirements into the procurement system and following those requirements through receipt of items, tracking packing slips, and closing out receipt in Cost Point.
Packing inventory for shipping/delivery to customers or other recipient.
This includes occasional drop off of assets to shippers.
Reviews time reports to verify accuracy of hours worked and Job#/WBS charges.