Navy NEC · Logistics
815G Expeditionary Force Logistic Support: Deployed
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
An Expeditionary Force Logistic Support specialist provides logistical support for theater commander operations while deployed in combat zones. This specialist performs duties involving the procurement, maintenance, and transportation of military material, facilities, and personnel.
Core Skills
- expeditionary logistics
- material procurement
- transportation coordination
- maintenance management
- facility support
- personnel movement
- supply tracking
- resource planning
- deployed operations
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
- Procurement
- Facilities Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Logistics Associate (CLA)
- Google Project Management Professional Certificate
Career Growth
- Certified Logistics Technician (CLT)
- Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
Also Common
- Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM)
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.
Similar Specialties
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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