SKILLBRIDGE, DISTRIBUTION GENERAL MGR (MIT)

NEXCOM • Virginia Beach, VA

68d

About The Position

The Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) Skill Bridge Program can enhance your marketability and help you find a place in the Retail Supply Chain industry so you can live the life you deserve and continue to be a part of the mission. DoD Skill Bridge matches civilian opportunities with your training and interests during the last few months of service. Industry partners like NEXCOM provide skills and certifications intended for immediate employment. We have opportunities available in positions such as General Manager and Warehouse Management Specialist (WMS). NEXCOM aims to deliver excellent customer service, contribute to the morale and well-being of service members and their families, and generate earnings reinvested into the Navy's Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) programs, playing a critical role in supporting military families and enhancing overall readiness through MWR services. NEXCOM’s mission is to provide quality goods and services at competitive prices to active-duty military personnel, retirees, and their families, while supporting the welfare and readiness of the Navy community. With a focus is on enhancing the overall quality of life for Navy personnel and supporting their operational readiness, our true mission is YOU.

Requirements

• Must meet all eligibility requirements outlined in DoD Instructions for Skill Bridge participation.
• 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.
• Seven years of progressively responsible experience in distribution and warehouse management systems.

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• Exempt or nonexempt supervisory experience in a distribution environment.

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.
• Work cross-functionally with departments such as Merchandising, Marketing, IT, Human Resources, and Finance to ensure alignment with broader NEXCOM business strategies and objectives.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Ensure that products are delivered within required timeframes by monitoring fulfillment processes.
• Promote a culture of safety through regular training, compliance monitoring, and incident prevention strategies.
• Maintain effective communication channels with key stakeholders across departments.

Benefits

• Continue to receive DOD salary and benefits while engaging in this unpaid internship.

What This Job Offers

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