[Hiring] Navy Planning Subject Matter Expert @C5MI Insight

Role Description

The Navy Planning Subject Matter Expert (SME) supports large-scale, complex SAP S/4HANA implementations for the U.S. Navy and serves as the primary liaison between the project team and Navy business stakeholders for all planning-related processes. This individual applies a deep understanding of Navy supply chain, maintenance, and operational planning procedures to ensure the SAP S/4HANA solution is designed and implemented to meet the unique requirements of the organization. This critical functional role ensures the new ERP system aligns with the Navy's strategic and operational objectives.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary liaison between the project team and Navy business stakeholders for all planning-related processes.
• Acts as a trusted advisor to the project team and Navy leadership on all matters related to Navy planning processes.
• Translates existing Navy planning, forecasting, and supply chain processes into requirements for the SAP S/4HANA system.
• Facilitates workshops and meetings with Navy business users to validate requirements, demonstrate system functionality, and drive consensus.
• Reviews and approves functional design documents to ensure they accurately reflect Navy operational needs.
• Champions business process re-engineering efforts, helping the Navy adopt best practices enabled by the new SAP system.
• Develops test scenarios and supports user acceptance testing, validating that the system behaves as expected from a business perspective.
• Bridges the gap between business and technical teams, influencing decision-making at various levels to keep the solution aligned with strategic and operational objectives.
• Adheres to all certified processes as part of our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality and information security.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by direct supervisor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field with 5-7 years of relevant experience; or no degree with 7-10 years of relevant experience.
• Military service in Navy logistics, supply, or maintenance planning counts toward relevant experience.
• Direct experience working within the U.S. Navy or supporting Navy logistics and planning.
• Extensive experience and in-depth knowledge of Navy supply chain, maintenance, and material planning processes.
• Familiarity with Navy-specific terminology, regulations, and organizational structures.
• Strong ability to analyze, document, and articulate complex business processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to bridge the gap between business and technical teams and influence decision-making at various levels.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Active Secret clearance (Tier 3 investigation) required.

Nice to Have

• Experience with business process improvement or re-engineering.
• Experience participating in a large-scale ERP or business transformation project.
• Familiarity with SAP, particularly S/4HANA supply chain, materials planning, or plant maintenance functionality.
• Experience with Navy logistics or maintenance systems and programs.
• Certification in supply chain or logistics, such as APICS CPIM or CSCP, or DoD Acquisition (DAWIA) Life Cycle Logistics.

Compensation

In accordance with pay transparency law, the expected salary range for this position is $110,000 – $140,000 annually. The actual compensation offered will be determined based on factors such as the candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location.

Application Deadline

We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 12/1/2026.

Benefits

• Market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan.
• Bonus opportunities.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, use the application link provided in this job posting and complete the application and submit a resume. If the position requires a specific certification, please be sure to upload a copy of your certification when you apply.

If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with C5MI and have accommodation needs such as for a disability or religious observance, please call us toll free at 1 (904) 431-7922 or send us an email.

Equal Opportunity Employer

C5MI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.