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General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems · 4 days ago

SkillBridge Trainee - Procurement

Anniston, AL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems is offering a SkillBridge Internship program for active-duty military members to gain civilian experience in supply chain management. Participants will partner with GD-OTS Supply Chain Management, job-shadow experienced leaders, and learn critical skills related to procurement and supply chain processes.

Manufacturing

Responsibilities

Partner with GD-OTS Supply Chain Management in the support of programs and direct material requirements

Skills learned will be measured by presenting special project findings to GD-OTS senior leaders

Demonstrate a broad knowledge and understanding of supply chain management processes and systems

Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to participate in IPTs with a diverse group of Subject Matter Experts

Cross functional training with Large Caliber and Supply Chain Performance teams

Analyzes the requirements of the commodity, including preliminary specifications, preferred supplier, and date commodity is needed

Fosters and maintains excellent relationships with vendors and internal customer representatives

Comply with GD-OTS corporate, business unit policies and procedures as well as applicable government regulations and laws

Act as material expediter to assist the SCM team with validating delivery date accuracy and opportunities to improve schedule

Work with a broad spectrum of highly skilled and specialized professionals to understand the current state of supply chain within the GD-OTS lines of business and aid in developing milestones to meet business objectives

Build an understanding of the DoD supply chain vision and expected requirements to meet aggressive order needs for a new/start up programs and awards

Learn the various systems and processes available to support growth in Supply Chain to meet contract obligations and GD-OTS standards

Prepares program reports for management or others

Learn relevant GD-OTS business practices and build understanding of private industry priorities for business operations

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementInterpersonal SkillsProject PresentationVendor Relationship ManagementDoD Business Practices

Required

Has served at least 180 days on active duty

Is within 12 months of separation or retirement

Will receive an honorable discharge

Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS

Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months

Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship

Meets DoD SkillBridge Qualifications as per DODI 1322.29

Candidates for this position should possess an associates degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Company

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems

General Dynamics OTS provides the U.S. military and its allies around the world, an extensive range of weapons systems. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.

Founded in 1996