Army MOS · Logistics
3C Operational Contract Support (OCS)
Overview
A soldier in Operational Contract Support fills positions that require qualification in operational contract support. The required qualification covers both planning and management.
Core Skills
- contract planning and management
- requirements definition and documentation
- vendor and stakeholder coordination
- acquisition and procurement processes
- cost and price analysis
- risk management
- market research and sourcing
- compliance and regulatory understanding
- project management
- negotiation support
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Adobe Acrobat
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft SharePoint
Civilian Career Paths
- Procurement
- Supply Chain Management
- Project Management
- Administration
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Professional in Supply Management®
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Career Growth
- Certified Professional Contract Manager™ (CPCM™)
- Certified Federal Contract Manager™
- Project Management Professional (PMP) · Funded · Promotion points
- APICS CSCP
Also Common
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
- Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)
- Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM)
- Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
What the Work Involves
- Develop and implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.
- Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.
- Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.
- Monitor and follow applicable laws and regulations.
- Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops.
Related Occupations
- Logistics Analysts
- Procurement Clerks
- Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products
- Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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