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S08A Relational Supply Unit Technical Specialist

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.

Overview

The Relational Supply Unit Technical Specialist performs automated inventory and financial management functions in Relational Supply Unit Level activities. This specialist controls inventory, analyzes historical demand listings and financial reports, and reviews and corrects inventory transactions, financial transactions, and reconciliation reports.

Core Skills

  • automated inventory control
  • stock record maintenance
  • historical demand analysis
  • financial report review
  • transaction correction
  • inventory reconciliation
  • supply data entry
  • records auditing
  • materials tracking

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • SAP software
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Epic Systems
  • Google Docs

Civilian Career Paths

  • Inventory Management
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Database Administration
  • Finance and Accounting

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Associate
  • CompTIA Data+
  • ASCM Supply Chain Warehousing Certificate

Career Growth

  • Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM)
  • Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
  • Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate
  • Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)

Also Common

  • SAP Certified Associate

What the Work Involves

  • Operate computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze information.
  • Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.
  • Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Operate 10-key calculators, typewriters, and copy machines to perform calculations and produce documents.
  • Receive, record, and bank cash, checks, and vouchers.

Related Occupations

  • Billing and Posting Clerks
  • Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks
  • Brokerage Clerks
  • Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks

Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.

Defense contractor jobs for S08A

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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