Logistics Analyst Principal (Hybrid) - Secret Clearance Required

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Secret

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Logistics

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Building High Performance Team, Customer Service, Logistics Operations, Process Improvements, Procurement

Certifications:

None

Experience:

8 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

GDIT has an immediate career opportunity for a Logistics Analyst Principal to join our Program Management Office (PMO) team at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD.
 

Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Procurement Operations Lead supporting our Worldwide Field Support (WFS) defense contract. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects while supporting critical Department of War missions around the globe.
 

At GDIT, people are our differentiators. As the Procurement Operations Lead (PMO), you will be responsible for leading procurement operations that directly enable worldwide logistics readiness and mission execution. Your work will ensure procurement activities are effectively integrated across Program Management, Supply Chain, Property Management, Engineering, Maintenance, Transportation, Finance, Contracts, and Government stakeholders while maintaining compliance with customer requirements and acquisition regulations.
 

HOW A LOGISTICS ANALYST PRINCIPAL WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
 

The Procurement Operations Lead serves as the operational owner of procurement activities across the Worldwide Field Support Program Management Office by leading procurement strategy, execution, integration, and continuous process improvement.

Responsibilities include:

• Leads procurement operations supporting worldwide logistics requirements across multiple customer locations.
• Serves as the primary procurement functional lead for the Program Management Office.
• Owns the end-to-end procurement lifecycle from customer requirement through procurement closeout and invoice reconciliation.
• Integrates procurement activities across Supply Chain Management, Property Management, Engineering, Maintenance, Transportation, Contracts, Finance, Strategic Acquisition Office (SAO), vendors, and Government customers.
• Develops standardized procurement processes, procedures, and best practices to improve operational efficiency.
• Independently leads procurement initiatives from planning through successful implementation with minimal supervision.
• Establishes procurement priorities based on operational mission requirements while balancing competing customer demands.
• Identifies procurement risks, develops mitigation strategies, and resolves issues before operational impacts occur.
• Drives continuous improvement initiatives that reduce procurement cycle times, improve quality, and enhance customer support.
• Develops, maintains, and improves procurement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Desktop Procedures, and internal process documentation.
• Tracks, analyzes, and reports procurement performance metrics while identifying opportunities for operational improvement.
• Collaborates with leadership to develop procurement strategies supporting worldwide mission requirements.
• Supports demand forecasting, strategic sourcing, vendor management, inventory optimization, cost reduction initiatives, and procurement planning.
• Oversees procurement activities from Request for Quote (RFQ) through procurement, receipt, financial reconciliation, and closeout.
• Ensures procurement actions comply with FAR, DFARS, company policies, customer requirements, and Strategic Acquisition Office procedures.
• Maintains working knowledge of procurement payment methods, purchasing card reconciliation, vendor management, and procurement reporting.
• Ensures accurate documentation and accountability supporting Government Furnished Property (GFP) and Contract Acquired Property (CAP) throughout the procurement lifecycle.
• Maintains knowledge of PIEE and associated Government property accountability processes.
• Maintains working knowledge of CHESS, FEDLOG, FEDMall, AESIP, IGC, TMDE, Trade Compliance, and other Government logistics systems supporting procurement operations.
• Develops meaningful procurement dashboards, operational metrics, and executive reports supporting informed decision-making.
• Conducts internal assessments, identifies process deficiencies, performs root cause analysis, and implements corrective actions.
• Leads a small procurement team by establishing priorities, mentoring personnel, promoting accountability, and fostering professional development.
• Builds collaborative relationships across the PMO to ensure procurement activities remain synchronized with overall logistics operations.
• Communicates effectively with Government customers, vendors, senior leadership, and internal stakeholders both verbally and in writing.
• Supports fast-paced worldwide operations while effectively managing multiple priorities and short suspense requirements.
• Demonstrates initiative by taking ownership of complex projects and driving them to successful completion.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related discipline; equivalent experience may be substituted.

Required Experience

• Eight (8) or more years of progressively responsible experience in procurement, logistics, supply chain management, acquisition, or program operations.
• Experience leading procurement operations supporting Department of War programs.
• Demonstrated experience developing procurement processes and leading operational improvements.
• Experience integrating procurement activities across multiple functional organizations.
• Experience leading projects independently from planning through implementation.
   

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically while executing tactically.
• Proven process improvement mindset.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Strong understanding of FAR, DFARS, Government procurement, and supply chain principles.

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting Worldwide Field Support or similar global logistics operations.
• Knowledge of Government Furnished Property (GFP) accountability.
• Experience with PIEE, CHESS, FEDLOG, FEDMall, AESIP, IGC, and TMDE.
• Knowledge of Statement of Work (SOW), Bill of Materials (BOM), Sole Source Justifications (SSJ), Return Material Authorization (RMA), and Strategic Acquisition Office processes.
• Knowledge of invoice schedule and payment terms.
• Lean Six Sigma, PMP, or other process improvement/project management certification is desirable.

Security Clearance

• Active Secret Security Clearance required.

Location

Hybrid – Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

#GDITPriority

The likely salary range for this position is $85,093 - $103,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

10-25%

Telecommuting Options:

Hybrid

Work Location:

USA MD Aberdeen

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work:

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