Army MOS · Logistics
920B Supply Systems Technician
Overview
A Supply Systems Technician manages Army supply systems and supervises the requisitioning, storage, distribution, and accounting of repair parts and maintenance-related supplies. The technician forecasts requirements, develops supply budgets and procedures, inspects stock levels, evaluates operations, and guides and supervises supply personnel.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- inventory management
- asset and property accounting
- enterprise resource planning erp usage
- logistics and supply chain management
- maintenance and repair parts forecasting
- warehouse and storage operations
- transportation and distribution coordination
- technical documentation and recordkeeping
- internal controls and audit readiness
- team leadership and supervision
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- SAP software
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft SharePoint
Civilian Career Paths
- Supply Chain Management
- Inventory Management
- Warehouse Operations
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Logistics Technician 4.0 (CLT 4.0)
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) · Funded · STAR
- SCPro Level One
- Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) · Funded
- Certified Materials and Resource Professional (CMRP) · Funded
Career Growth
- Certified Professional Property Administrator (CPPA)
- Certified Professional Property Manager (CPPM)
- Certified Professional Property Specialist (CPPS)
- Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM) · Funded
- Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO)
What the Work Involves
- Develop and implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.
- Locate vendors of materials, equipment or supplies, and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sales.
- Prepare bid awards requiring board approval.
- Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in buying, selling, and distributing materials, equipment, machinery, and supplies.
- Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.
Related Occupations
- Procurement Clerks
- Purchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm Products
- Wholesale and Retail Buyers, Except Farm Products
- Logistics Analysts
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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