C004604 Assistant Logistic Support (NS) - FRI 6 Feb in Northwood

Deadline Date: Friday 6 February 2026

Requirement: Assistant Logistic Support

Location: Northwood, GB

Full Time On-Site: Yes

Time On-Site: 100%

Total Scope of the request (hours): 836

Required Start Date: 16 March 2026

End Contract Date: 31 December 2026

Required Security Clearance: NATO SECRET

Duties & Role:

• Distribution Centre Management: Works with Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) basic processes and operations. Maintains item and inventory management records. Helps minimize bottlenecks and delays and the resulting impact on operating costs. Uses real-time inventory software, with guidance, to move supplies where needed, when needed. Assists in resolving issues related to physical space management.
• Inventory Management: Performs the receiving, ticketing, checking in and distributing of inventory items for a specific location. Produces basic inventory management reports for senior staff to reconcile the inventory balances. Tracks inventory information for a specific product group or location. Works with basic tasks of inventory management for a specific location. Follows processes to take stock, release inventory or return into processing; resolves discrepancies.
• Logistics Management: Uses tools, with guidance, to forecast delivery times, determine costs and assess performance. Maintains records of all shipments and invoices using an established system. Assists in the development of process flows to track lead time by activity.
• Supply Chain Management: Recognises software systems or components used to manage supply chain. Participates in supply chain analysis and uses it to spot trends and improvement opportunities. Discusses considerations for integrating partner and supplier transactions. Summarises supply chain considerations for different types of products. Works with a specific part of supply chain management process.
• Warehouse Management: Assists in implementing mechanisation approaches and techniques in a distribution centre. Collects and translates the business requirements for specifications of warehouse management systems. Performs basic warehousing activities such as receiving, putting away, picking, packing and shipping merchandise. Maintains warehouse equipment and facilities on a regular basis.

Specific Working Conditions:

The mandatory working time shall be 38 hours per week, to be performed Monday to Friday, between 09:00 and 17:00. A daily unpaid lunch break shall be taken in accordance with local regulations and Agency practices. The Contractor shall maintain personal liability and comprehensive insurance coverage for the duration of the contract. Work may be performed on-site at the designated location and/or remotely, in accordance with project requirements and subject to prior approval by the Agency. The Contractor shall ensure reliable communication, availability during agreed working hours, and secure access to all required Agency systems, networks, and documentation platforms, in compliance with applicable security, information assurance, and data protection policies.

Use of Agency Vehicles: Where required for official duties and subject to prior authorisation by the Agency, the Contractor may be permitted to operate Agency vehicles. Any such use shall be undertaken at the Contractor's sole responsibility and in compliance with applicable Agency rules and traffic regulations. The Contractor shall remain fully liable for any incidents, damages, or claims arising from the use of Agency vehicles, in accordance with the contract terms and the Contractor's insurance coverage.

Skill, Knowledge & Experience:

• The candidate must have a currently active NATO SECRET security clearance.
• Secondary education or higher vocational training in a relevant discipline.
• A minimum of 1–3 years of professional experience in logistics, supply, warehouse operations, or inventory control.
• Demonstrated experience in inventory management, including stock control, order picking, packing, shipping, stock replenishment, and cycle counting.
• Experience managing shipping and receiving processes in an operational environment.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), including ERP-based systems (e.g. Oracle).
• Experience working in accordance with safety procedures and equipment handling protocols.
• Valid forklift licence, where operationally required.

Desirable Qualifications and Education:

• Higher vocational training in logistics, supply chain management, or a related discipline, with post-qualification experience.
• Experience using logistics or inventory software, with a high level of data entry accuracy.
• Previous experience in a regulated, operational, or international organisation (e.g. defence, government, or large enterprise).