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TacJobs – Account Services Supervisor – Government, Military & Industrial and International with Camelbak

Tuesday, July 19th, 2022

Camelbak’s Account Services Supervisor – Government, Military & Industrial and International is a full time position based in Petaluma, CA but can be remote. Camelbak is part of Vista Outdoor.

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Account Services Supervisor – Government, Military & Industrial and International position is responsible for executing and overseeing all order management for the department, from initial receipt of customer purchase orders until satisfactory delivery of the order.  

The Account Services Supervisor position will oversee a team of two Account Services reps in addition to directly managing the orders and shipments for several GMI Key Accounts.  The Supervisor will build and coach the team to deliver excellent customer service and will play a collaborative roll in growing and implementing standards and processes.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Maintain an excellent understanding of CamelBak product and effectively communicate with    regards to all product inquiries and questions

• Manage the workflow of the ASR’s, create team schedules and delegate tasks

• Monitor and authenticate returns and exchanges and investigate and solve customer service complaints.

• Assess the work performance of the ASR’s and identify areas that need improvement

• Ensure that business goals, deadlines and performance standards are met

• Train and onboard new hires to make sure they understand their roles

• Create, edit and maintain documentation including work instructions, customer-specific processes, international guidelines and all workflow related to order management.

• Attend internal and external meetings as requested.

Order Management Responsibilities

• Manage customer purchase orders with 100% accuracy to include pricing, discounts terms and logistics.

• Work with credit department to systematically set up all new customers and perform Account Setup documentation per procedure.

• Contact customers to coordinate ship dates and product availability.

• Prepare and coordinate various sales reports regarding shipping, bookings, open orders, back orders, forward orders and any related sales activities.

• Resolve any invoice/credit issues and coordinate necessary RMA’s.

• Develop and maintain positive customer relations with both external and internal customers and staff.

• Maintain an excellent understanding of CamelBak product and effectively communicate with regards to all product inquiries and questions

Competencies

• Meticulous organization and accuracy

• Excellent leadership and team management skills

• Keen attention to detail and problem-solving

• Strong written and verbal communication

• initiative and motivation to drive process improvements

• Competence with International communications

Job Requirements:

Previous experience with supervising a customer service team. Experience working with government / military entities a plus!

Knowledge:

• Proficient knowledge of ERP systems

• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Suite

• Experience with managing the orders for international customers

• Experience with LC’s and NSPA would be a major benefit

• Military business experience a plus

Degree/Certificates:

BA degree preferred.

Job Experience:

Minimum 4 years’ experience in account services

Working Conditions:

As indicated by responsibilities; ability to handle multiple priorities

Physical Endurance:

Computer terminal use minimum 6 hours per day.

Environment:

Standard Office.  Potential domestic travel.

We offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including: medical and dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401K, PTO, tuition reimbursement, gear discounts and the ability to add value to an exciting mission!

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran/Disabled

To apply, click here.

Stoic Quick Fold Pantry

Tuesday, July 19th, 2022

Exclusive to Backcountry, the Stoic Quick Fold Pantry offers an aluminum frame and solid tip for food prep or other needs. In fact, with its zippered front and three shelves, this could be used for a lot more than food in camp.

Size:

[open] 31.5 x 23.75 x 20in

[closed] 23.75 x 20 x 3.5in

Weight:

18lbs, 2.5oz

www.backcountry.com/stoic-quick-fold-pantry

Integrating Technology in Gun Culture Showcases Millennial Support for Second Amendment

Tuesday, July 19th, 2022

According to Adams Arms, their consumer roster of millennial first-time gun owners has increased and is now the second highest purchasing demographic after women. This generation – no longer the persona of middle-aged white men, is more educated on the Second Amendment, has yielded a younger group of military veterans re-entering civilian life after having enlisted post 9/11, and has buying power due to their increased wealth and education.

(Brooksville, FL) July 18, 2022— Nearly 50% of all millennials are now homeowners, according to a Bloomberg study. They have also become wealthier and more highly educated.(1) In short, they have come of age; a milestone which also appears to include greater knowledge of and appreciation for the Second Amendment and the greater technology in firearms. Adams Arms President Jason East points to millennials’ pattern of investment in technology as one of the reasons their roster of millennials as first-time gun owners has seen a spike recently. “Another reason is the change in the dialogue in gun stores. In years prior gun owners would not ask questions – the store owner would tell them what they wanted and needed. Millennials ask a LOT of questions and demand the latest proprietary technology,” points out East.

Millennials, much like the baby boomer generation and those older, are a demographic that is independent in their view of the world.(2) As youngsters skateboarding was a prevalent culture for them. Anything they did generally became trends. For example, The Defcon Group, a manufacturer of outdoor wear and sporting goods, was largely popularized by Navy Seals and other Special Operators, giving way to following special operations into the firearms culture.(3)  

That world is now projected by Influencers. Instagram is alive with people who claim to be part of the “tactical community”, a culture of high tech rifles and drills that embody a messaging of positivity paired with images of attractive internet personalities and their guns. This source of their news speaks louder than mainstream political news.(4)

Millennials are a blend of veterans who enlisted in the military following 9-11, have an interest in firearms because video games have been a big part of their virtual lives, and support the right to carry concealed weapons and the Second Amendment providing Americans the right to carry firearms in public for self-defense. An example would be support for the decision handed down by the U.S. Supreme Court this week ensuring rights under the Second Amendment and striking down laws in states violating that right.(5)

But they also recognize a problem in America and want to keep guns out of the hands of people who can not be trusted.(6) Older people are saying they want guns for protection, but younger folks are saying they’re more into going shooting at a gun range. “Millennials are also more likely to listen to gun-oriented podcasts and shows, more likely to participate in online forums, and generally more likely to integrate technology in gun culture,” acknowledges East. “Our experience has been that they like the latest, coolest, proprietary technology in firearms.”

About 74 percent of military veterans who enlisted post 9/11 are millennials, born between 1980 and 1996. 82 percent of the U.S. Army is comprised of millennials.(7) A large number of these who re-enter civilian life do so with solid training and excellent skill in firearms operation and safety.(8)

East adds, “Young veterans are a skilled exception. We typically see first-time gun owners begin with a handgun. Over the course of the training their skills and confidence level become transferable to a rifle. Some millennials, following extensive research on the technology, have started with a rifle. Our piston drive system is a favorite of the military and law enforcement – and civilians such as these millennial first time gun owners now see its merit. The rifle is cleaner, cooler and more reliable. In short, its operation is there when it counts the most, which feeds millennials’ desire for quality technology. Social media, Instagram in particular, demonstrates the message about the superiority of our piston system over direct impingement.”

Visit adamsarms.net

Sources: 

1 Gongloff, Mark. “Terrible News: Millennials are Finally Buying Houses”; Bloomberg; 03 January 2022;   bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2022-01-03/terrible-news-millennials-are-finally-buying-houses

2 McGuire, Jen. “Here’s How Many Millennials Keep Guns in Their Homes”; Romper; 16 February 2018;.   romper.com/p/how-many-millennial-families-have-guns-in-the-house-its-a-complicated-subject-8240256

3 Staff Writer. “About DefCon Group”; Tactical Distributors.com; 2022; tacticaldistributors.com/collections/defcon-group

4 Zuylen-Wood, Simon. “The Heavily Armed Millennials of Instagram”; The Washington Post Magazine; 04 March 2019; washingtonpost.com/news/magazine/wp/2019/03/04/feature/the-heavily-armed-millennials-of-instagram/

5 Gresko, Jessica. “Supreme Court Expands Gun Rights, With Nation Divided”; AP News; 23 June 2022;  apnews.com/article/supreme-court-guns-decision-58d01ef8bd48e816d5f8761ffa84e3e8

6 McGuire, Jen. “Here’s How Many Millennials Keep Guns in Their Homes”; Romper; 16 February 2018;.   romper.com/p/how-many-millennial-families-have-guns-in-the-house-its-a-complicated-subject-8240256

7 Trent, Sgt. Maj. Kanessa. “Motivating and Educating Millennials”; Army University Press; December 2019; armyupress.army.mil/journals/military-review/english-edition-archives/november-december-2019/trent-educating-millennials/

8 Staff Writer. “Profile of Post 9/11 Veterans: 2016”; National Center for Veterans Analysis and Statistics; March 2018; va.gov/vetdata/docs/SpecialReports/Post_911_Veterans_Profile_2016.pdf

US, Moroccan Special Forces Team Up For Inaugural Cyber Training

Tuesday, July 19th, 2022

TIFNIT, Morocco – U.S. Army Soldiers with 3rd Special Forces Group (SFG) Tactical Information Support Center, Expeditionary Cyber Team 2, and Royal Moroccan Special Operations Forces (SOF) teamed up to conduct prototype cyber effects training during African Lion 22, June 26, 2022.

African Lion 22, U.S. Africa Command’s largest, premier, joint, annual exercise hosted by Morocco, Ghana, Senegal and Tunisia, June 6 – 30, is a critical opportunity for members of the joint team to build and test their strategic readiness to deploy, fight and win in a complex, multi-domain environment. The cyber training collaboration was the first of its kind and sought to discover how low equity cyber solutions can expand options for key decision makers at the tactical, operational, and strategic levels.

The cyber effects training included hands-on cyber lab demonstrations using commercial tools and comparing them to less accessible high-tech devices. The lead 3rd SFG trainer described the hands-on training as an ‘opportunity to take cyber security to the field and into the mind of each Service Member in a combat situation.’

3rd SFG endeavors to learn, iterate, and eventually offer flexible cyber options at scale while maximizing the indigenous approach through partner forces.

“By actually shifting the focus of training to the modern combat environment, which is now becoming rapidly digital, you create a more potent, lethal force, moving into the future,” stated a member of 3rd SFG.

Building an understanding of multi-domain digital activities would allow U.S. and partner forces to work with more sustainable equipment and better understand digital threats to their missions.

U.S. Africa Command is ready to provide the necessary resources to advance mutual interests and respond to crisis in Africa because of successfully forged and maintained partnerships and demonstrated operational success.

African Lion 22 is a joint all-domain, multi-component, and multinational exercise, employing a full array of mission capabilities with the goal to strengthen interoperability among participants and set the theater for strategic access. More than 7,500 participants from 28 nations and NATO train together with a focus on enhancing readiness for U.S. and partner nation forces.

Story by Charli Turner, U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa

Photo by SFC Katie Theusch, U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa

Empower Yourself on “It’s Federal Season” Podcast

Monday, July 18th, 2022

ANOKA, Minnesota – July 14, 2022 – Julie Golob guest hosts this episode of “It’s Federal Season” podcast and her guest is Craig Douglas of Shivworks. The two engage in an in-depth discussion on self-defense from both a mindset perspective and the mechanics of defending oneself should an unfortunate situation arise.

“Craig Douglas served twenty-one years in law enforcement,” stated Golob. “Craig has been teaching globally under the ShivWorks brand and has conducted coursework on entangled shooting skills in nearly 40 states and nine foreign countries. He has taught for federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, and to three branches of the U.S. military and brings a lot to this important discussion.”

In the Tech Talk segment, Mike Holm, Federal’s Product Director for handgun ammunition goes deeper into the launch of the new 30 Super Carry. Specifically, Holm touches on the bullet options available in the new cartridge from Federal designed for self-defenders.

Episode #37 “Empower Yourself”

www.federalpremium.com/this-is-federal/podcast

For this episode, besides listening on the Federal Premium website or Talk North podcast network, you can also subscribe to Federal Ammunition’s YouTube channel and tune in for the discussion.

Federal Ammunition can be found at dealers nationwide or purchased online direct from Federal. For more information on all products from Federal or to shop online, visit www.federalpremium.com.

Trace Adkins Joins Silencer Central’s Growing List of Ambassadors and Partners

Monday, July 18th, 2022

Sioux Falls, South Dakota – July 18, 2022 – Silencer Central, America’s largest silencer dealer, is thrilled to announce their newest partnership agreement with MULTI-PLATINUM Country music icon and actor, Trace Adkins. The Grand Ole Opry member joins a growing list of partners who are dedicated to demonstrating the benefits of suppressors in the outdoor industry to their fanbase.

Growing up in Louisiana, Adkins has a natural affinity for the woods and is an outdoor enthusiast. With a strong passion for hunting and conservation, he is excited to partner with Silencer Central and help support their efforts to change the conversation about suppressors and hunting suppressed.

“We are excited to team up with Trace. He embodies exactly what we’re looking for in a partner,” said Brandon Maddox, CEO of Silencer Central. “He is a true outdoorsman, he shares the importance of our hunting heritage with his family and friends, and he has built a loyal following that allows us to reach a broader audience with our message.”

Through the partnership and ambassador programs, Silencer Central strives to break the stigma surrounding silencers. An exceptional tool for sound elimination and recoil reduction, suppressors are multi-functional and great when used properly by hunters. Silencer Central delivers directly to customers in 42 states where silencers are legal. The shipping process has revolutionized the way suppressors are sold and allows for customers to streamline their purchasing experience by cutting out unnecessary hurdles to silencer ownership.

Customers can buy direct from Silencer Central. For more information, call 888-781-8778 or visit their website.  

Poppies Of War x Microbat Candy Mid Pouch

Monday, July 18th, 2022

OTTE Gear is offering a limited number of Microbat Candy Mid Pouches in the Poppies Of War print.

The dimensions are 4″x6″ with a 2″x6″ Loop Velcro strip on the frontside.

ottegear.com/collections/equipment/products/og-pow

Twice Per Month Pay Now Mandatory for US Military

Monday, July 18th, 2022

UPDATE: The new AR 637-1, Army Compensation and Entitlements Policy, mandates a change to the frequency of Soldier Pay. Effective 1 October 2022, all Soldiers will be paid twice per month. Soldiers being paid once per month will continue to be paid once per month until the pay period ending 30 September 2022; effective 1 October 2022 all Soldiers who have not changed their election to twice per month will be automatically switched to twice per month. End of Month only will no longer be an option.

www.milsuite.mil/book/docs/DOC-1168801