Job Description:
Manager of Logistics (Non-Represented)
Description
Marketing Statement Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and 2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits, and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the CalPERS retirement program.
Job SummaryNote: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis in multiple rounds and candidates are encouraged to apply early. Applications for this posting will be reviewed based on the following schedule:
- Round 1: October 23, 2026 - November 20, 2026
- Round 2: November 21, 2026 - December 18, 2026
- Round 3: December 19, 2026 - January 22, 2027
The District reserves the right to close this recruitment at any time after the completion of a review round if a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been identified to advance in the selection process. Therefore, candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as early as possible, as subsequent review rounds may not be conducted.Pay RateNon-Represented Pay Band N09
Annual Salary: $160,800 (minimum)-$243,612.00 (maximum)
Note: The negotiable annual salary offer will be between $160,800.00-$192,590.00, commensurate with education and experience.
Reports ToDirector of Procurement
Days OffSaturday/Sunday
Who May ApplyAll current and future BART employees
Current AssignmentThis announcement will be used to establish an eligibility pool to fill vacancies that may occur within the next twelve (12) months. The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) seeks an accomplished leader to manage the Inventory and Stores Logistics Division within the Procurement and Materials Management Department. Reporting to the Director of Procurement or designee, this managerial position directs the efficient flow of materials and goods throughout the District and provides complex administrative support to the Director.
The manager develops and implements inventory and stores logistics procedures, ensures inventory assets are accounted for and records are accurate, analyzes inventory cycles, and oversees disposition of obsolete stock. Inventory audits reconcile physical counts to computerized records and identify system improvements. The position also directs the acquisition of storage facilities, plans space utilization, and administers warranty control materials.
The manager monitors and evaluates service delivery, selects, trains, and evaluates staff, directs the division's work plan, and participates in developing and administering the annual budget. Beyond the division, the manager serves as liaison to other divisions to resolve sensitive and controversial issues, and monitors relevant developments and legislation to recommend improvements in equipment, practices, and procedures.
The most qualified candidates for this position will have highly developed competencies in the following areas, which will be reinforced with related work experience and will be articulated during the selection process:
- Communication & Relationship Building: Communicating clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, including preparing and presenting administrative and financial staff reports to boards, commissions, and committees; building effective working relationships and serving as the division’s liaison to resolve sensitive and controversial issues.
- People Management: Selecting, training, supervising, motivating, and evaluating staff, including union-represented employees in a collective bargaining environment; assigning and reviewing work and applying discipline procedures when necessary.
- Inventory Management & Technical Ability: Overseeing inventory control, accounting, audits, discrepancy reconciliation, and disposition of obsolete stock, using specialized inventory and material management applications and knowledge of inventory cost accounting and recordkeeping.
- Supply Chain & Logistics: Directing the efficient flow of materials and goods throughout the District; developing goals, policies, procedures, and standards for a comprehensive inventory and stores logistics program; and analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, and projecting the consequences of proposed actions.
- Warehouse Distribution: Applying methods and techniques for receiving, storing, distributing, and shipping materials and equipment, and evaluating warehouse space utilization to determine space requirements.
- Collaboration: Working across divisions and with boards, commissions, and committees, and supporting the Director of Procurement in advancing the department’s goals.
Application and Selection ProcessAll applicants must apply online at www.bart.gov/jobs. Applications must be completed in full and include all requested information, including dates of employment, positions held, hours worked, and a detailed description of duties performed.
Applicants may attach a resume to provide supplemental information; however, the resume does not substitute for completing the application form in its entirety. Only information included in the application at the time of submission will be used to determine whether applicants meet the minimum qualifications for the position. All application materials must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement.
Applications received after the closing deadline will not be considered.
Applicants who require assistance with the online application process may contact the
Talent Acquisition Division at (510) 464-6112 or
[email protected].
The selection process for this position may include one or more of the following: a skills or performance demonstration, written examination, and/or panel or individual interview.
All applications will be reviewed by the Talent Acquisition Division to determine whether applicants meet the established Minimum Qualifications (MQs). Applicants who meet the MQs may be referred to the hiring department for further evaluation as part of the selection process.
The selected candidate must demonstrate a work history reflecting reliability and dependability and may be required to provide copies of certificates, diplomas, or other documentation required by law, including proof of authorization to work in the United States.
Pre-employment processing will include a background check. This requirement does not apply to current full-time District employees unless the position requires additional evaluations or clearances.
Examples of DutiesManages services and activities of the Inventory and Stores Logistics Division including the efficient flow of materials and goods throughout the District.
Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for assigned programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommends, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels.
Plans, directs, coordinates and reviews the work plan for assigned staff; assigns work activities, projects and programs; reviews and evaluates work products, methods and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems.
Develops and implements inventory and stores logistics procedures; ensures inventory assets are accounted for; oversees the maintenance of accurate records and inventory files
Analyzes inventory cycles and determines inventory requirements to adjusts material flow to meet department needs. Oversees the removal and disposition of obsolete stock.
Directs acquisition of storage facilities in planning space utilization and determine future space requirements for maximum efficiency.
Administers warranty control materials; coordinates items for return or reimbursement under warranty programs.
Conducts inventory audits by matching physical inventory to computerized records, and reconciles discrepancies to make recommendations to correct system deficiencies.
Monitors developments and legislations related to assigned area of responsibility to evaluate impact upon District operations. Recommends and implements equipment, practice and procedural improvements.
Selects, trains, motivates and evaluates assigned personnel. Provides and coordinates staff training to correct deficiencies and implements discipline or termination procedures.
Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the division's annual budget. Participates in the forecast of funds and monitor expenditures needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies.
Serves as the liaison for the Inventory and Stores Logistics Division with other divisions to negotiate and resolves sensitive and controversial issues.
Serves as staff on a variety of boards, commissions and committees to prepare and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
Conducts a variety of organizational studies, investigations and operational studies. Recommends modifications to inventory and stores logistics programs, policies and procedures as appropriate.
Attends and participates in professional group meetings to stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of materials management.
Minimum QualificationsEducation:
Possession of a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
The equivalent of five (5) years of full-time professional verifiable experience in logistics management or inventory management or related experience, which must include two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Substitution:
Additional professional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a year-for- year basis. A college degree is preferred.
Knowledge and SkillsKnowledge of:
- Operational characteristics, services and activities of a comprehensive inventory and stores logistics program
- Principles and practices of inventory and stores logistics management and distribution
- Methods and techniques of receiving, storing, distributing and shipping materials and equipment
- Principles and practices of program development and administration
- Methods and techniques of evaluating and analyzing warehouse and storeroom space utilization
- Inventory control computer business applications
- Procedures for inventory cost accounting
- Principles and procedures of recordkeeping
- Principles and practices of budget preparation
- Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation
- Related Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations
Skill/Ability in:
- Overseeing and participating in comprehensive inventory and logistics program
- Selecting, training, supervising and evaluating department staff
- Developing division goals and objectives
- Developing policies, procedures and standards
- Utilizing specialized computer applications for material management and inventory
- Determining space requirements
- Preparing clear and concise administrative and financial reports
- Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions and implementing recommendations in support of goals researching, analyzing and evaluating new service delivery methods
- Interpreting and applying related Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations
- Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work
Equal Employment Opportunity GroupBox1
The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and above), religion, national origin (including language use restrictions), disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information), or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.
The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before your examination date at
[email protected] .
Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013). To obtain the credit, veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veteran's Preference Policy and Application link at www.bart.gov/jobs .
The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) prides itself in offering best in class benefits packages to employees of the District. Currently, the following benefits may be available to employees in this job classification.
Highlights
- Medical Coverage (or $350/month if opted out)
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Insurance (Basic and Enhanced Plans Available)
- Retirement Plan through the CA Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS)
- 2% @ 55 (Classic Members)
- 2% @ 62 (PEPRA Members)
- 3% at 50 (Safety Members - Classic)
- 2.7% @ 57 (Safety Members - PEPRA)
- Reciprocity available for existing members of many other public retirement systems (see BART website and/or CalPERS website for details)
- Money Purchase Pension Plan (in-lieu of participating in Social Security tax)
- 6.65% employer contribution up to annual maximum of $1,868.65
- Deferred Compensation & Roth 457
- Sick Leave Accruals (12 days per year)
- Vacation Accruals (3-6 weeks based on time worked w/ the District)
- Holidays: 9 observed holidays and 5 floating holidays
- Life Insurance w/ ability to obtain additional coverage
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Survivor Benefits through BART
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts: Health and Dependent Care
- Commuter Benefits
- Free BART Passes for BART employees and eligible family members.
Closing Date/Time: 1/22/2027 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary:
$160,800.00 - $243,612.00 Annually