What is a materials branch chief and how to become one

Key steps to become a materials branch chief

1. Explore materials branch chief education requirements

   Most common materials branch chief degrees

   Bachelor's

   54.7 %

   Associate

   24.5 %

   Master's

   11.3 %

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2. Start to develop specific materials branch chief skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Logistics	100.00%

3. Complete relevant materials branch chief training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New materials branch chiefs learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a materials branch chief based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real materials branch chief resumes.

4. Research materials branch chief duties and responsibilities

   • Establish procedures that manage critical factors such as moisture sensitivity, electrostatic discharge, storeroom temperature and FIFO inventory staging system.
   • Analyze DOD and other government agency organizational logistic requirements with respect to mission requirements.
   • Provide technical and functional guidance and project oversight to implement command wide administrative tracking and collaboration system network and server infrastructure.
   • Direct all operations and resolutions to concerns regarding firefighting apparatuses and the properstorage of firefighting equipment.

5. Apply for materials branch chief jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a materials branch chief job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams