Supervisory Supply Management - Chief Supply Chain Officer

Veterans Health Administration • Temple, TX

19h • Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as the Supervisory Logistics Management Specialist and Chief Supply Chain Officer, responsible for developing and integrating a supply chain that ensures the logistical requirements of VA Health Care Systems and supported catchment areas are met. The role oversees and integrates supply chain operations across the organization and links major business functions and processes into a cohesive, high-performing business model.

The position plans and coordinates fiscal, acquisition, clinical, and administrative operations; manages performance measurement and reviews of logistics functions; and oversees sourcing, procurement, and logistics management. It also covers forecasting, planning, and budget execution for supplies, subsistence, durable medical equipment, medical gases, expendable and non-expendable items, and capital equipment, as well as inventory, warehouse operations, transportation, and distribution.

The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Telework is not available, and the position is not virtual. Work is primarily sedentary, with visits to warehouse and storage areas, loading docks, and other facilities. A current, valid state-issued driver's license is required, and a pre-placement examination will determine the ability to safely operate a Government vehicle. A financial disclosure report is required. Relocation and recruitment incentives are not authorized.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• For current Federal employees and certain former Federal employees, meet the GS-14 time-in-grade requirement: 52 weeks at GS-13, with supporting SF-50 documentation.
• Have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade, GS-13, in the normal line of progression. Experience must include senior supply chain management leadership or supervision; ensuring an organization's logistical requirements are met; and planning, coordinating, and evaluating logistics operations for effectiveness and efficiency.
• Specialized experience should include acquisition management, purchasing, transportation, distribution, inventory management and control, expendable and non-expendable equipment, warehouse operations, and budget formulation and expenditure forecasting.
• Experience overseeing and managing a large group with varied occupations and subordinate supervisors.
• Clearly describe the nature of relevant duties and responsibilities and the number of hours worked per week in each position for which experience credit is sought.
• Complete the required application, assessment, and questionnaire.
• Register with Selective Service if applicable to males born after December 31, 1959.
• Submit to a background/security investigation and complete online onboarding if selected.
• Participate in the seasonal influenza vaccination program as a condition for VA Health Care Personnel.
• Serve a one-year probationary period or two-year trial period, as applicable.
• Hold a current, valid state-issued driver's license; pass a pre-placement examination to determine ability to safely operate a Government vehicle.
• Meet all requirements by the announcement closing date, November 2, 2026.
• No educational substitution is available at this grade level.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, guide, manage, and integrate supply chain operations across the organization.
• Plan and coordinate fiscal, acquisition, clinical, and administrative operations.
• Establish, monitor, and manage performance measurement for logistics functions across the supply chain.
• Conduct logistics audits, compliance reviews, and program effectiveness and efficiency reviews.
• Manage supply chain activities, including sourcing, procurement, and logistics management.
• Link major business functions and processes into a cohesive, high-performing business model.
• Forecast, plan, and execute budgets for supplies, subsistence, durable medical equipment, medical gases, expendable and non-expendable items, and capital equipment.
• Oversee inventory management, warehouse operations, transportation, and distribution.
• Lead and/or participate in regular meetings to ensure logistics needs and requirements are met.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position eligibility and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed