Logistics Specialist
Employer not yet confirmed · Bedford, Indiana, United States · onsite
SAIC is seeking a Logistics Specialist I to support the production program at the Bedford, Indiana Production Facility. This is a hands-on, fast-paced production environment supporting a mission-critical Department of War program. The Logistics Specialist will be responsible for receiving, tracking, organizing, and managing all materials and inventory in support of active unit production and delivery schedules.
- Receive, inspect, and log all incoming materials and components against the program Bill of Materials (BOM) and purchase orders.
- Maintain accurate inventory records in Excel and SAIC's Integrated Manufacturing Toolkit (IMT) including part numbers, quantities, locations, and status.
- Organize and stage materials across designated storage locations for efficient retrieval during production.
- Tag and label all inventory items with part number identification for traceability.
- Coordinate with Corporate Procurement on incoming shipments, delivery schedules, and material shortages.
- Support Physical Configuration Audit (PCA) activities by providing accurate inventory counts and location data.
- Identify and report discrepancies between received materials and purchase orders or BOM requirements.
- Support production team with material pulls, kitting, and staging for active unit builds.
- Maintain shipping and receiving documentation including packing lists, bills of lading, and delivery receipts.
- Coordinate outbound shipments including unit delivery logistics and material transfers between PCB and Bedford facilities.
- Support cycle counts and periodic inventory reconciliation.
- Assist with forklift operations and material handling as needed (35k certification preferred).
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Associate's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred
Experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience in logistics, warehousing, inventory management, or supply chain in a production or manufacturing environment
- Experience with inventory management systems and Excel-based tracking tools
- Experience receiving and processing materials against purchase orders and packing lists
Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for inventory tracking and reporting
- Familiarity with barcode scanning, part number tagging, and inventory labeling systems
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment with shifting priorities
- Basic understanding of Bills of Materials (BOM) and production documentation
- Forklift certification preferred or willingness to obtain
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical warehouse duties
Clearance
- Active SECRET clearance required or ability to obtain