Description
Logistics branch officers work at all levels of command and staff and perform the following functions and tasks. Command, direct, and control multifunctional and functional logistics units. Plan, coordinate, and execute logistics operations and all levels of command, as well as for joint, interagency, intergovernmental, and multinational (JIIM) agencies and operations. Develop logistics doctrine, organizations, and equipment. Instruct both multifunctional and functional logistics skills and Service Schools and colleges. Serve in logistics officer positions (with varied duty titles) in numerous types of unites to include the following: brigade support battalions (BSB), aviation support battalions (ASB), combat sustainment support battalions (CSSB), Special Forces group support battalions (GSB), sustainment brigades, expeditionary sustainment commands (ESC), theater sustainment commands (TSC), division/corps/ASCC headquarters, Army Sustainment Command, joint task force (JTF) headquarters, and combatant commanders (COCOM).
Core Skills
- logistics and supply chain management
- IT-enabled logistics planning
- data analysis and reporting
- operations management
- process improvement and optimization
- budgeting and resource management
- contract and vendor management
- risk management and compliance
- cross-functional team leadership
- training and workforce development
- policy and doctrine development
- strategic and operational planning
- stakeholder communication and briefing
- project and program management
- use of ERP and logistics information systems
Common Certifications
- APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
- APICS Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD)
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- Certified Professional Logistician (CPL)
Civilian Career Paths
- SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
- TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- IT MANAGEMENT
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