Logistics Manager

Logistics Manager

Location: Colorado Springs, CO (United States Air Force Acacemy)

Type: Exempt

Work Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift

Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 Annually, dependent on experience

Deadline: September 1, 2025

Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Full-Time benefits of an Logistics Manager at Tessera include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 15 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Tessera is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Tessera is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Logistics Manager to lead inventory and procurement operations at the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA). This role is critical to ensuring production success, regulatory compliance, and cost-effective material management. Productivity, workplace safety, customer satisfaction, and team success depend on this leadership role. Success will be driven by Tessera's leadership competencies: Mission and Values, Safety Leadership, Operations Excellence, Customer Service, and Servant Leadership.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

Core Leadership Responsibilities:

• Develop a strong understanding of AbilityOne and SourceAmerica programs.
• Uphold and embody Tessera's core values.
• Align team goals with Tessera's value proposition, ensuring highly engaged employees contribute to customer satisfaction.
• Identify and mitigate safety hazards on job sites through effective risk controls and utilize Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA).
• Conduct root cause analyses to promote a safe working environment and maintain adherence to Tessera's Accident Reporting process.
• Foster positive client interactions using effective interpersonal skills, demonstrating respect, empathy, and responsiveness.

Inventory & Procurement Management:

• Optimize inventory across storerooms and service vans.
• Lead procurement of materials, services, and subcontracts.
• Ensure compliance with FAR/DFAR and internal policies.

Team Leadership & Training:

• Supervise and mentor logistics personnel including warehouse and procurement staff.
• Provide guidance to shop leads and maintenance teams.

Process Improvement & Analytics:

• Leverage BI dashboards and Maximo systems to analyze performance.
• Streamline operations and support reporting.
• Drive automation in inventory and procurement processes.

Operational Oversight:

• Assign and track employee work.
• Monitor safety and conduct.
• Manage timekeeping and conduct performance reviews and disciplinary actions.

Compliance & Safety:

• Conduct safety meetings, maintain accountability for government assets, and ensure secure facility operations. Serve as a backup driver for material deliveries when needed.

Qualifications:

• Education: Associate degree in Logistics or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Experience: 5-8 years in supply chain management, preferably within facilities maintenance or a related industry
• Certifications (Preferred): Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified Maintenance Manager (CMM)
• Technical Proficiency: Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel), Maximo logistics applications, Business Intelligence (BI) dashboards and reporting tools
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing demands
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication
• Comfortable working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and with disabilities
• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to support across functions

Physical Requirements:

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.

• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.
• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.
• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Requirements:

• A valid state driver's license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera's insurance.
• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

To Apply: Visit our website at www.tessera.org to complete an application.

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Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process.

If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at

(360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or emailrecruiting@tessera.org.