"Transition Your Military Skills to Retail Supply Chain/Logistics/Transportation: Continue Your Mission in Civilian Service!" SkillBridge is NEXCOM and the perfect start into the NEX/You!
The Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) SkillBridge Program can enhance your marketability and help you find a place in the Retail Supply Chain industry so you can live the life you deserve and continue to be a part of the mission. DoD SkillBridge matches civilian opportunities with your training and interests during the last few months of service. Industry partners like NEXCOM provide skills and certifications intended for immediate employment. We have opportunities available in positions such as General Manger and Warehouse Management Specialist (WMS).
Who we are:
The Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) is a global division of the U.S. Navy responsible for operating retail and service operations for active-duty military personnel, their families, and other eligible patrons. NEXCOM manages Navy Exchanges (NEX), which offer a wide range of goods and services such as clothing, electronics, groceries, and household items, often at discounted prices. We also oversee various programs and services, including uniform sales, telecommunications, and travel.
NEXCOM aims to deliver excellent customer service, contribute to the morale and well-being of service members and their families, and generate earnings reinvested into the Navy's Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) programs, playing a critical role in supporting military families and enhancing overall readiness through MWR services.
Our mission:
NEXCOM’s mission is to provide quality goods and services at competitive prices to active-duty military personnel, retirees, and their families, while supporting the welfare and readiness of the Navy community.
With a focus is on enhancing the overall quality of life for Navy personnel and supporting their operational readiness, our true mission is YOU.
Program Summary:
DoD SkillBridge Internships are available to help transitioning active-duty military personnel gain real-world experience in the work force sometime during their final 180 days of active-duty service. The intern will actively train on meaningful projects, working closely with a mentor and senior company leadership to efficiently manage the flow of merchandise from our vendor's docks to the backrooms of NEX locations worldwide, while striving to improve service levels and drive down transportation and distribution costs.
NEXCOM’s Internship programs are focused on placing transitioning military into internships that require KSAs, Education & Military Training similar to their current or previous military jobs; positions that could easily transition over to a full-time regular and permanent job with NEXCOM.
Salary:
Service members participating in the VA SkillBridge program will continue to receive their DOD salary and benefits while engaging in this unpaid internship through the DoD SkillBridge Program for transitioning active-duty U.S. military personnel.
Location: While we are global, we are starting off this program at our headquarter’s location in Virginia Beach, VA
Apply now and start your future!
Job Summary: The Distribution Operations Support Manager is responsible for providing technical training and expertise to ensure the efficient and effective operations of the distribution center or warehouse. This role involves overseeing the training and development of the distribution operations team ensuring they have the necessary knowledge and skills to perform their jobs effectively.
Duties and Responsibilities: In this position, the Distribution Operations Support Manager plays a key role in developing and maintaining a skilled workforce capable of meeting the demands of a dynamic distribution environment. The focus is on training, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement to optimize operations, enhance employee performance, and contribute to the overall success of the Distribution Center. At the end of four months, the intern will be able to develop skills in logistics support and develop a good understanding of logistics support basics.
Functional Areas of Internship focus will be as a follows:
- Warehouse Operations Management
Directs activities related to the receipt, inspection, ticketing, order picking, and storage of warehouse merchandise.
Responsible for the clearance of merchandise through customs, if applicable.
Controls merchandise from receipt in the warehouse until shipment and is accountable for the distribution or disposition of all receipts.
- Consolidation and Shipping Coordination
Arranges and coordinates the consolidation, packing, and shipping of merchandise from the warehouse to branch and location stores.
- Quality Assurance and Order Accuracy
Administers a quality assurance program to ensure the acceptance of the quantity and quality of merchandise ordered.
Ensures the accuracy of orders shipped to NEX locations.
Coordinates the return of damaged, incorrectly shipped, or unsellable items to vendors.
- Workforce Planning and Supervision
Plans and schedules work assignments and arranges for necessary equipment and personnel.
Supervises and evaluates the performance of subordinate associates.
Plans utilization of work areas to optimize efficiency.
Recommends the selection, retention, reassignments, and promotion of associates.
- Maintenance and Equipment Management
Conducts regular inspections of equipment and work areas, following prescribed maintenance programs.
Makes recommendations for repair or replacement of equipment as needed.
Responsible for the management and safe operation of fleet vehicles, including equipment requirements, maintenance programs, and delivery schedules, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and DOD regulations.
Reviews cost and performance data to assess motor vehicle fleet efficiencies and ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Fleet Maintenance and Compliance
Establishes and monitors preventative maintenance and repair programs for motor vehicles.
Determines maintenance and repair priorities and ensures that maintenance schedules are followed.
Reviews and evaluates work-in-process and completed work to ensure compliance with established standards.
Reviews and analyzes major component repairs and provides guidance as necessary.
Ensures that daily inspections of fleet equipment are performed by operators, in compliance with federal, state, and DoD regulations.
- Driver Safety and Training
Coordinates training needs for personnel involved in the operation of distribution center motor vehicles, with an emphasis on safety and HAZMAT operations.
Collects safe driving information and mileage facts for the National Safety Council to remain current on driver award programs.
Inventory Management
Supervises and participates in periodic and special inventories to ensure accuracy and accountability.
- Training and Development
Responsible for training associates and ensuring that all material handling equipment operators are properly licensed and have current physical examinations.
Maintains up-to-date training records for each operator.
- Reporting and Performance Analysis
Assists in preparing operational reports consisting of statistical data to analyze and evaluate warehouse effectiveness.
- Additional Duties
Performs other related duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the Warehouse and Distribution Center.
The intern will be assigned special projects as needed.
TRAINING REQUIREMENT:
Associate must receive Hazardous Material (HazMat) training within 90 days of hire per Department of Transportation regulations.