Practice Area Lead, Transportation and Distribution

Overview

LMI is seeking an experienced Practice Area Lead for our Integrated Logistics practice in our Logistics Service Line to develop and align unique capabilities to support our vision to power a future-ready, high performing government.

LMI is a consultancy dedicated to improving the business of government, drawing from deep expertise in advanced analytics, digital services, logistics, and management advisory services. Established as a private, not-for-profit organization in 1961, LMI is a trusted third party to federal civilian and defense agencies, free of commercial and political bias. We operate completely free of political and commercial bias, and we are entirely aligned with the goals of our clients. Our clients value our specialized services in logistics, intelligence, homeland security, health care, and energy and environment markets. We believe government can make a difference, and we seek talented, hardworking people who share that conviction. We offer a generous compensation package with excellent benefits that start the first day of employment. Business casual dress, flex time, and tuition reimbursement are a few of our many work-life benefits available to our employees.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include: 

• Lead a large team of transportation, distribution, and logistics professionals
• Mature the Practice Area by identifying and mentoring subject matter experts and emerging talent to achieve professional growth while maintaining a healthy culture
• Identify methods and resources to improve employee professional skills to include certifications, degrees, professional organizations, and work experience
• Provide input to Practice Area staff on Performance 365 goals and calibrations
• Manage the Practice Area’s hiring process to respond to talent demand; conduct hiring interviews and coordinate with SSL VP on staffing decisions
• Assist Resource Managers and SSL VP with staff redeployments and internal mobility
• Foster collaboration and cooperation with other Practice Areas for unity of effort; communicate to a wide range of audiences, situations, and requirements
• Innovate, mature, and document LMI’s Transportation and Distribution solutions, offerings, methodologies, and capabilities supporting client requirements
• Develop business development plans and provide solutioning, capture, and proposal support to growth
• Develop sales enablement materials to support Practice Area growth
• Other responsibilities as required
• Engage with clients and leadership on status of projects, and interface with clients, stakeholders, and leadership to understand requirements and communicate results.
• Develop new business for the transportation functional area through client engagement, writing proposals, and capture efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters degree with emphasis in supply chain management, logistics management, or strategy and resource planning
• At least 12 years of demonstrated expertise in supply chain management, warehouse operations, diverse transportation modes, military logistics operations
• Superior communication skills, both oral and written
• High-energy, enthusiasm, curiosity, tact, and ability to effectively interact with clients at all levels in Government and industry
• Ability to create and foster a cooperative, respectful work environment
• Self-directed, detail oriented in completing assigned tasks, able to manage stress, adapt to fast-paced work efforts, and shifting priorities
• Must be able to work remotely and be available for occasional travel
• Applicants must hold a current U.S. Government SECRET clearance

DESIRED:

• US Military logistics experience
• APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional
• Theory of Constraints or other continuos improvement certification
• Wargaming experience

LMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. LMI is committed to the fair treatment of all and to our policy of providing applicants and employees with equal employment opportunities. LMI recruits, hires, trains, and promotes people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, disability, age, protected veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please contact accommodations@lmi.org
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