Marine Corps MOS · Logistics

0402 Logistics Officer

Overview

Logistics Officers plan, coordinate, execute, and supervise tactical logistics, supply, maintenance, transportation, general engineering, health services, and service functions. They command logistics units, serve on operating force and joint staffs, and supervise airborne, aerial delivery, ammunition, armory, motor transport, and maintenance management activities.

Core Skills

  • logistics planning and operations
  • supply chain and inventory management
  • maintenance and transportation coordination
  • operations center and staff integration
  • cross-functional team leadership
  • budgeting and resource allocation
  • risk assessment and mitigation
  • policy and SOP development
  • project and program management
  • stakeholder communication and briefing

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • SAP software
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Microsoft Access

Civilian Career Paths

  • Supply Chain Management
  • Transportation Management
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Project Management

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • APICS CPIM

Career Growth

  • APICS CSCP
  • Certified Professional Logistician
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
  • Certified Professional in Supply Management®

Also Common

  • Certified Professional Logistician (CPL)
  • Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)

What the Work Involves

  • Maintain and develop positive business relationships with a customer's key personnel involved in, or directly relevant to, a logistics activity.
  • Develop an understanding of customers' needs and take actions to ensure that such needs are met.
  • Manage subcontractor activities, reviewing proposals, developing performance specifications, and serving as liaisons between subcontractors and organizations.
  • Develop proposals that include documentation for estimates.
  • Review logistics performance with customers against targets, benchmarks, and service agreements.

Related Occupations

  • Supply Chain Managers

Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.

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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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