About usOne team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.What you'll doThis position is responsible for the daily execution of all logistics support aspects for a Defence communications system. The Logistics Manager will supervise the movement, distribution and storage of supplies and support materials.This position will be required in the Viasat Australia office location in Canberra.The day-to-daySome key responsibilities of the Logistics Manager are:Lead and direct materials planning and control, procurement, inventory management, storage, warehousing, logistics, transport, and distribution.Monitor and report supply chain performance against Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).Maintain accuracy of inventory and transactional records necessary for reporting of both Contractor and Commonwealth owned spares/RIs.Communicate regularly with leadership regarding problems or issues impacting support objectives.Examine existing procedures or opportunities for streamlining activities to meet customer needs.Liaise with functional and operations area managers to ensure supply activities are integrated with other parts of the support system.Coordinate repairable item (RI) movement, including tracking and optimisation.Record stock item movements.Provide disposal recommendations.Procure, receive, store, issue, package and ship materiel items.Monitor significant statistics and adapt to change.Conduct stocktaking and inventory management.What you'll needBachelor's degree in Integrated Supply Chain Management or related field and 2 years of Supply Chain experience, OR Associate's degree and 6 years of Supply Chain experience.Experience with or knowledge of materials planning/production scheduling processes.Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills necessary to work in a collaborative team environment.Must be an Australian citizen and have an active Australian Government Security Clearance (NV1) or have held one previously.What will help you on the jobExperience in engineering and/or supply logistics.Ability to lead, train and mentor employees on a personal and professional level.Working knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.Experience working within Return Material Authorisation (RMA) management teams.Demonstrated knowledge of and experience working on Programs in an ASDEFCON Contracting environment.Ability to use self-initiative and work well under pressure.Effective leadership, decision-making, and project management.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Strong attention to detail.Proven ability to coach and motivate team members.EEO statementViasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.
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