What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Analyst position at Brandes Associates Inc.?
Salary
Responsibilities:
- Participate in all planning increments and cycles as the SME for movement of material goods
- Serve as the single point of contact (POC) for all CONUS and OCONUS Tech Transfer item deliveries
- Develop logistics strategies for transporting full-up weapons for Live Fire (LF) events, test sets, and related material handling equipment and certified operators
- Anticipate and proactively address potential delivery challenges before they impact mission timelines
- Identify Procurement items related to material handling enabling seamless end-to-end management to the execution site
- Coordinate with multiple stakeholders including Government personnel, commercial carriers, military transportation, and site operators
Transportation Management
- Manage all commercial lift requirements for CONUS & OCONUS deliveries
- Coordinate Military Lift (MilLift) operations and scheduling including ground handling equipment and operators
- Oversee ship transfer operations and maritime logistics
- Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations, customs requirements, and security protocols
- Address weather-related impacts on lift operations, particularly wind considerations affecting crane and execution site loading operations
Material Handling & Equipment Coordination
- Coordinate material handling equipment requirements at all arrival and exchange sites, including:
- Forklifts and operators
- K-Loaders and qualified personnel
- Trucks and transportation vehicles
- Loading ramps and dock equipment
- Cranes and certified crane operators
- Ensure proper equipment sizing and capability for all parcels and cargo types
- Verify operator certifications and qualifications for all specialized equipment
Site Operations & Setup
- Manage equipment setup in Sensitive Non-classified Information (SNI) environments
- Coordinate interim site storage and site preparation activities at all delivery locations
- Ensure proper handling procedures are followed for equipment of all sizes
- Oversee on-site equipment installation and operational readiness verification
- Maintain detailed attention to equipment needs at all arrival and exchange of goods sites
Problem Resolution
- Identify and resolve logistics "speedbumps" before they escalate into operational issues
- Address real-time challenges involving equipment availability, operator scheduling, and environmental factors
- Develop contingency plans for weather delays, equipment failures, and other unforeseen circumstances
- Maintain lessons learned database to prevent recurrence of previous delivery complications
Qualifications:
- Minimum 7years of Project Analyst experience with a demonstratable focus on problem solving and processes supporting progressive logistics experience
- Demonstrated experience with CONUS & OCONUS material transfer operations and international shipping
- Previous experience with military logistics operations (MilLift) strongly preferred
- Experience coordinating Technology Transfer or defense-related material movements
- Proven track record managing complex, multi-modal transportation operations
- Ability to work independently, self-starter.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite programs such as MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
EDUCATION
Degree: BA or BS in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
Allowable Substitution: An additional 6 years of relevant work experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree, or 4 additional years of work experience with a relevant associate degree.
CLEARANCE – SECRET
Condition of Employment: Applicant must have an active DoD Secret Clearance. The applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
CITIZENSHIP
The applicant must have US citizenship at the time of application.
BAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other non-merit based factors made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.
Salary : $120,000