Logistics Manager

Location: Maryland (Onsite / Hybrid)

Employment Type: Contract (Full-Time)

About AKIVA

AKIVA is an AI-native engineering firm specializing in enterprise services, domain-specific solutions, and high-performance infrastructure from strategy through deployment. We build innovative systems that drive measurable results for commercial enterprises and government agencies. AKIVA is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).

Position Overview

AKIVA is seeking a Logistics Manager to oversee all warehouse operations, asset management, inventory controls, shipping and receiving, Bill-of-Materials (BOM) readiness, and equipment lifecycle activities in support of a statewide enterprise network services program. The Logistics Manager ensures that all equipment required for maintenance, repairs, provisioning, outside and inside plant (OSP/ISP) work, and project delivery is available, tracked, and properly accounted for, and oversees the operation of a climate-controlled warehouse facility sized for current and anticipated inventory levels. AKIVA-provided AI-assisted demand forecasting, BOM optimization, and inventory analytics tools may be leveraged to accelerate material readiness and reduce stock-out risk.

Key Responsibilities

•      Maintain accurate, serialized asset inventory for all program-managed materials including routers, switches, optics, fiber materials, racks, patch cables, and spare parts

•      Manage warehouse operations — storage, packaging, tooling, staging — in a secure, climate-controlled facility sized for current and anticipated inventory levels (approximately 13,700+ cubic feet volumetric capacity)

•      Track and reconcile inventory levels; maintain real-time inventory records through ServiceNow and conduct periodic audits against State requirements

•      Maintain full custody records including barcoding, labeling, and asset tagging; implement standardized chain-of-custody procedures across projects

•      Support NOC and dispatch teams by preparing equipment for rapid deployment; coordinate equipment delivery for engineering projects and break/fix events

•      Oversee vendor RMA processes, equipment repairs, and warranty claims

•      Maintain logistics SOPs, chain-of-custody policies, and asset compliance documentation

•      Forecast inventory needs based on consumption rates, project plans, and failure trends; manage returns and disposition of defective or obsolete materials

•      Develop detailed, accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) for network-related projects and maintenance efforts based on engineering designs and requirements

•      Schedule and coordinate pickups and deliveries with Contractors, distributors, client staff, and field teams; ensure adherence to timelines and special handling requirements

•      Oversee material readiness and staging — verify completeness of project packages prior to field deployment to avoid delays

Required Qualifications

•      Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or related discipline (equivalent work experience of five years may be substituted for a degree)

•      At least 5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain management, procurement, or inventory control — including at least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role

•      Strong knowledge of logistics operations, state procurement processes, inventory management systems, and contractor coordination

•      Experience with serialized asset tracking systems

•      Knowledge of networking equipment types, form factors, and handling requirements

•      Experience supporting field operations and dispatch coordination

•      Full-time availability as dedicated Key Personnel; must be available to support urgent equipment deployments and after-hours dispatches

•      Must be authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

•      APICS CPIM / CSCP, CLTD (Certified in Logistics, Transportation, and Distribution), or equivalent supply-chain certification

•      ServiceNow asset management / ITAM experience

•      Prior experience supporting state or federal telecommunications or network infrastructure programs

•      Familiarity with AI-assisted demand forecasting, BOM optimization, and inventory analytics tools

Tools, Technologies & Frameworks

Logistics: warehouse operations, serialized asset tracking, BOM development, chain-of-custody | Systems: ServiceNow (ITAM / inventory), barcode / labeling systems | Coordination: vendor RMA, third-party logistics, field operations dispatch | Deliverables: Project/Maintenance BOMs, Monthly Inventory Reports, Real-Time Material Movement Logs, Pre-Deployment Readiness Checklists, Quarterly Inventory Audit Reports, Equipment Disposition Reports | AI Assist: demand forecasting, BOM optimization, inventory analytics

What AKIVA Offers

•      Professional development and skill-building opportunities

•      Supportive management team with veteran-owned company values

•      Opportunity to work on impactful state government technology programs

•      Long-term contract engagement with potential for extension

•      AI productivity tools and training provided at no cost to employees

Comprehensive Benefits Package

•      401(k) with generous company match

•      Medical Insurance

•      Dental Insurance

•      Vision Insurance

•      Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

•      Paid Time Off (PTO)

•      Profit Sharing

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

AKIVA is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical disability, marital status, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that diversity among our teammates is critical to our success as a company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people within a qualified candidate pool.

AKIVA is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).