As a Supply Chain Management (SCM) Team Member, the Logistics Management Specialist collaborates with Senior Management leadership and develops supply chain management strategies in support of the VA Health Care System and supported catchment area.
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 07/24/2025. Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-11 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-09. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below: Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-09 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: Comprehensive knowledge of supply chain logistical requirements of the health care system to support optimization of logistics operations and related support functions with management information that is transparent in terms of accountability, quality assurance, asset management, requirement determination process, and their interrelationships including the financial interfacing and readiness reporting requirements. Knowledge of the entire supply chain process to include integrated relationship with Product Lifecycle Management, Supply, Sales and Distribution, Inventory Management, Warehouse Management, Manufacturing, Remanufacturing, Maintenance, Financial Management, and the Electronic Data Warehouse. Knowledge of VA Logistics program goals, sequence and timing of key events and methods of evaluating accomplishments to successfully support assigned initiatives. Knowledge and skill in using automated supply databases for supply management determinations. Knowledge, skill and ability to plan, organize, and work with others to negotiate effectively with management to accept and implement recommendations requiring significant changes in business operations and ensure integration with ongoing initiatives. Knowledge of evaluation and measurement techniques to ensure attainment of higher command objectives and goals for assigned systems and programs. Knowledge and experience necessary to interpret and analyze metrics/statistical data and ability to reduce such data to clear, precise written summaries, reports, recommendations, etc. Knowledge and ability to assess training needs of varied groups and to develop, present and evaluate the effectiveness of training plans, materials, classes, etc.; thorough knowledge of general computer systems and applications. Comprehensive knowledge of hospital management and policy administration, supply chain information system best practices, critical thinking skills, as well as a strong understanding of budgets, financial strategies, materials management information systems and process improvement techniques.Skill in oral and written communications to prepare briefings, reports, correspondence, and to present briefings to senior level executives and supervisory staff, and other agencies {higher, lateral, or lower echelon); and to serve as point of contact and advisor for auditors, inspectors, and investigators for explanation and justification of overall local policies and procedures used within the logistics process. OR, Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related. OR, Combination: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. The following is an examples of how education and experience may be combined. This is an example only, and is not all-inclusive. You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position: Administration and Management Attention to Detail Communication Planning and Evaluating Problem Solving Production and Processing Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: Work is primarily sedentary, although some slight physical effort may be required. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
The Logistics Management Specialist develops assigned Supply Chain metrics which identify business objectives and drives the right supply chain behaviors for planning and executing approved strategies and providing supply chain expertise to improve supply availability with a focus on getting the right material, at the right time and right place to support the health care system. Duties include, but may not be limited to the following: Integration - Resolves or contributes to the resolution of assigned high-priority logistics, supply, distribution, information or service problems through personal action or immediate coordination with required local personnel/activities. Serves as an integrator and/or facilitator for contact with supply chain management customers, ensuring Supply Chain Management Service is positioned to serve the full range of supply chain needs. Performs logistical assessments of strategic supply support in coordination with the supported customers and alerts management of systemic problems. Troubleshoots and resolves issues where supply chain deficiencies affect the mission. Develops designated supply input for fiscal year and long-range plans and programs, analyzing material for reasonableness, consistency, and validity of various assumptions. Analytics - Analyzes the effectiveness of logistics and vendor support services. Develops ongoing strategic analyses across supply chain activities and recommends solutions for improvements. Researches and studies private industry as well as Department of Veteran Affairs best practices to develop and apply concepts that best fit and support Supply Chain requirements. Training and Customer Service - Develops logistics and supply chain management training opportunities and customer supply chain systems, programs, support offerings, supplies and services to collaborative partners and customers. Participates in the development of education and training documentation. Communicates with customers and personnel on the role logistics plays in maintaining comprehensive logistics support, operational readiness and sustainability. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Logistics Management Spec/PD99841S