INVENTORY MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (GS-7)
Naval Supply Systems Command
Mechanicsburg, PA · $51k–$67k a year · Posted October 29, 2026
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About the job
Summary
This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies through the Certain Personnel / Modified Direct Hire Authority. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.
Duties
At the GS-07 you will perform developmental duties as assigned. At the Full Performance Level (GS-11), you will perform the following: You will draft inventory management plans for assigned items. You will personally present selected items for budgetary approval to representatives. You will routinely follow up with contracting officers/specialists and vendors on the status of Purchase Requests and Purchase Orders that are past due or have been awarded in an effort to expedite delivery to meet urgent fleet needs. You will determine and direct the stock location of material managed based on individual knowledge of the items and weapon systems support requirements. You will utilize sound business practices and fiscal responsibilities and maintain inventory levels necessary to provide optimal support of assigned items. You will process sales orders for worldwide support for material that cannot be satisfied automatically.
Qualifications
Your resume must demonstrate one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-05) or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector utilizing knowledge of inventory management, acquisition, supply support, or life-cycle logistics. Specialized experience must demonstrate the ability to perform work involving the management, analysis, coordination, or control of supplies, equipment, repairable assets, or material requirements. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
Education
In lieu of specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience: a bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement or 1 full year of graduate level education Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work.
How you will be evaluated
In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation. If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies.
How to apply
Interested Applicants must submit resumes/application packages to: NAVSUP-Civilian@us.navy.mil AND daniel.e.mathews.civ@us.navy.mil Facsimile applications will not be considered. All resumes/applications must be received no later than the close date of this flyer. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents, are received, legible, and accurate. HR will not modify answers/documents submitted by an applicant. Failure to submit a complete application package will result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration.
Other information
This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. This position is eligible for ad-hoc/situational telework at the discretion of management. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.