MCPP Philippines: Logistics Support Manager

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<p style="text-align:left"><b>Title:</b></p>MCPP Philippines: Logistics Support Manager<p></p><p></p><p><b>Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! </b></p><p></p><p><b>Program Summary</b></p><div></div><p></p><p>The Marine Corps’ Maritime Prepositioning Force (MPF) and Marine Corps</p><p>Prepositioning Program has been operationally invaluable in supporting our Nation’s interests across the world. This unique program provides the essential elements needed to support and execute crisis response, global reach, and forward presence. The Marine Corps’ Prepositioning Program enables the rapid deployment of Marine Air Ground Task Forces (MAGTFs) and/or augment individual Marine units</p><p>forward deployed. These forces are uniquely capable of strengthening alliances, securing strategic access, and defeating hostile adversaries. MPF is keystone in the Marine Corps’ capability for setting the conditions for national security. The prepositioning of equipment and supplies to support MAGTFs from Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), Marine Expeditionary Brigade (MEB), to Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF) level employment, enables Marine forces to fulfil their role and responsibility as our Nation’s force in readiness. Our prepositioning programs will continue to enable operations across the Joint Operational continuum – including shaping, deterrence, seizing the initiative, domination, stabilization, and enabling of civilian authorities. When combined with the forces and their equipment arriving in the fly-in echelon (FIE), prepositioning programs</p><p>provide forward deployed equipment and supplies needed to sustain a MEB-sized MAGTF for 30 days of operations; thus reducing total strategic lift requirements.</p><p></p><p><b>Job Summary</b></p><div></div><p></p><p>The scope of this position is to manage the people, equipment, and resources in the execution of the logistics support for the Marine Corps Prepositioning Program – Philippines (MCPP-PHIL) Task Order to include the development and enforcement of the logistics policy and the resourcing and allocation of people, equipment, materials, and budget.  The MCPP-PHIL Logistics Support Manager will report directly to the MCPP-PHIL Project Manager.</p><p></p><p><b><span>Initial training for this position and onboarding will occur in Jacksonville, FL with follow-on USMC Contractor Replenishment Cell (CRC) training for ultimate placement in Subic Bay, Philippines</span></b></p><p></p><p><b>Roles and Responsibilities </b></p><div></div><p></p><p>Plan, coordinate, execute and/or supervise the performance of all logistics functions for the MCPP-PHIL Task Order by implementing the following: </p><ul><li>Develop and maintain a competent and complete equipment management program that follows the contract Statement of Work and adheres to Marine Corps policy and procedures.</li><li>Execute logistics, plans, and work schedules.</li><li>Formulate administrative and operational policies and procedures.</li><li>Direct and coordinate materiel transportation and movement requirements. </li><li>Direct and coordinate equipment accountability and readiness.</li><li>Direct and coordinate supply administration and warehousing activities.</li><li>Identify specific requirements for money, manpower, materiel, facilities, and services needed to support the Marine Corps Prepositioning Program (MCPP-PHIL).</li><li>Direct, coordinate, and review invoices and requisitions to support MCPP-PHIL Task Order requirements. </li><li>Approve requisitions for equipment, materials, and supplies within budgetary guidelines.</li><li>Recommend capital expenditures for acquisition of new equipment to increase efficiency and services.</li><li>Ensure compliance with personnel and administrative policies, procedures, and government regulations.</li><li>Enforce compliance with established safety and environmental regulations, methods, and procedures for utilizing, handling, and storing various materials and equipment.</li><li>Prepare technical reports and correspondence, identify problem areas/deficiencies, and direct personnel in the development of reports and records.</li><li>Establish performance objectives/goals and supervise direct reports.</li><li>Maintain MCPP-PHIL ISO policies and procedures and enforce compliance.</li><li>Develop and sustain a culture of quality improvement.</li><li>Perform other duties as needed.</li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><b>Basic Qualifications </b></p><div></div><p></p><ul><li>BS degree in business or another related field. MBA Preferred.</li><li>In lieu of a degree, a combination of college credits, professional certification, formalized training, or education, and directly related work experience may be considered.</li><li>Fifteen years of progressive experience with specialized knowledge of maintenance and logistic support activities involving motor transportation, engineering, ordnance, and communications equipment, including ten years in a management capacity involving various aspects of cost/schedule controls, performance monitoring, report writing, program planning and customer interface.</li><li>Must be a U.S. Citizen.</li><li>Must possess a valid state Motor Vehicle Drivers’ License.</li><li>Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense secret security clearance.</li><li>Must possess or be able to obtain a U.S. Passport.</li><li>Applicants must be able to pass an FBI Background investigation with no criminal, civil, or security violations.</li><li><p>Must be able to obtain a work visa and an Alien Employment Permit for the Philippines.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></p><div></div><p></p><ul><li>Understanding of Marine Corps policies, regulations, and orders.</li><li>Industry Certification.</li><li>Automation and Scripting.</li><li>Working knowledge of military storage procedures.</li><li>Working knowledge of general maintenance procedures for military tactical equipment and supplies.</li><li>Strong written and oral communication skills.</li><li>Ability to comply with all established methods, quality standards, and time schedules applicable to this position.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>KBR Benefits</b></p><p>KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p>

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