Navy NEC · Logistics
S05A Reserve Independent Duty Ashore Logistics Specialist
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating. Part of the Logistics Specialist rating
Overview
The Reserve Independent Duty Ashore Logistics Specialist provides direct and indirect supply administrative support for Navy Reserve Activities. This specialist may establish contracts for facility repairs, messing support, and berthing arrangements while handling procurement through credit cards, open market purchases, and Federal Supply Schedule purchases.
Core Skills
- supply administration
- government procurement
- contract support
- purchase card management
- facility support coordination
- lodging and berthing arrangement
- food service support
- financial recordkeeping
- regulatory compliance
Civilian Software & Tools
- Google Docs
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Windows
- SAP software
Civilian Career Paths
- Procurement
- Supply Chain Management
- Facilities Management
- Administration
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP)
- Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Associate
Career Growth
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
- Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO)
- Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Also Common
- Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB)
What the Work Involves
- Issue or distribute materials, products, parts, and supplies to customers or coworkers, based on information from incoming requisitions.
- Keep records of out-going orders.
- Examine shipment contents and compare with records, such as manifests, invoices, or orders, to verify accuracy.
- Prepare documents, such as work orders, bills of lading, or shipping orders, to route materials.
- Record shipment data, such as weight, charges, space availability, damages, or discrepancies, for reporting, accounting, or recordkeeping purposes.
Related Occupations
- Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, Recordkeeping
- Postal Service Clerks
- Cargo and Freight Agents
- Counter and Rental Clerks
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a high school diploma and some on-the-job training.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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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