Navy Rating · Logistics
651X Supply Corps LDO
Overview
A Supply Corps Limited Duty Officer performs technical and management duties in supply, finance, inventory control, contracting, distribution, and material logistics. They may also work with computer systems, operations analysis, petroleum management, food services, and budgets while serving with ships, submarines, shore commands, or joint organizations.
Core Skills
- IT-enabled supply chain and logistics management
- enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems use
- financial management and budgeting
- data analysis and performance metrics
- inventory and asset management strategy
- contracting and vendor management
- operations research and process optimization
- policy development and compliance management
- cross-functional and joint operations coordination
- leadership and team management
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- SAP software
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Warehouse management system WMS
Civilian Career Paths
- Supply Chain Management
- Procurement
- Inventory Management
- IT Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- SCPro Level One
- Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM)
- Certified Professional Property Specialist (CPPS)
Career Growth
- SCPro Level Two: Analysis and Application of Supply Chain Challenges
- Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM)
- Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)
- Certified Professional Property Administrator (CPPA)
What the Work Involves
- Develop and implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.
- Supervise the activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing, testing, and shipping products or materials.
- Collaborate with other departments to integrate logistics with business systems or processes, such as customer sales, order management, accounting, or shipping.
- Manage subcontractor activities, reviewing proposals, developing performance specifications, and serving as liaisons between subcontractors and organizations.
- Provide advice and technical assistance with cost analysis, fiscal allocation, and budget preparation.
Related Occupations
- Treasurers and Controllers
- First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers
- First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers
- First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services
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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