ANTARCTICA: Punta Arenas Packet Lead

• Oversee logistics operations supporting the movement of personnel, cargo, equipment, supplies, and materials between global supply locations and Antarctica 

• Coordinate transportation activities including airlift support, cargo movement, traveler processing, and deployment operations 

• Manage relationships with local service providers, contractors, vendors, transportation partners, and logistics support organizations 

• Coordinate closely with Antarctic stations, logistics teams, aviation operations, supply chain organizations, and science support personnel to ensure mission requirements are met 

• Oversee warehousing, cargo staging, container management, material handling, and inventory activities conducted in Punta Arenas 

• Support seasonal deployment and redeployment activities, including personnel movement, orientation, training coordination, and traveler support 

• Monitor operational performance and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, service delivery, and mission support 

• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, local regulations, environmental requirements, customs processes, and program policies 

• Develop operational plans, budgets, forecasts, schedules, procedures, and performance metrics 

• Foster a culture of safety, customer service, operational excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement 

• U.S. citizenship and the ability to pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation 

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Business, or a related field; equivalent experience may be substituted in lieu of degree 

• Typically 7+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain, field operations, or a related field 

• Demonstrated experience supporting transportation, cargo movement, warehousing, traveler services, or international operations 

• Knowledge of supply chain management, operational planning, logistics coordination, and contractor oversight 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to engage effectively with diverse international stakeholders 

• Experience managing budgets, schedules, operational performance metrics, and resource requirements 

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required 

• Spanish language proficiency 

• Master's degree in International Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field 

• Experience working in South America or supporting international logistics hubs 

• Knowledge of customs clearance, import/export regulations, international transportation, and freight forwarding processes 

KBR Benefits 

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.