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State of Washington · 4 days ago

Procurement and Supply Specialist 4

Walla Walla, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$28/hr - $31/hr

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. They are currently seeking a Procurement and Supply Specialist 4 who will manage all purchasing and inventory activities for the region, supervise staff, and ensure the efficient use of state funds.

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Responsibilities

Manage and coordinate all purchasing and inventory activities for the NCR, including supervising Region Stores and purchasing staff

Provide leadership and direction for the full procurement and supply process, including contracts, purchasing methods, consumable inventory, and asset management

Determine appropriate procurement methodologies, analyze bids and proposals, and award or reject bids in accordance with specifications, policies, and regulations

Perform professional-level purchasing functions by analyzing complex inventory data, including turnover, order point, and average day supply, while exercising independent decision-making and signature authority

Manage the Purchase Card program for the North Central Region, including card issuance, training, compliance, and oversight

Oversee regional inventory management activities, including consumable inventory, minor capital assets, surplus property, and maintenance material stockpiles

Conduct internal audits and provide training to ensure compliance with purchasing procedures, policies, and regulatory requirements

Mentor, train, and evaluate staff by assigning work, monitoring performance, completing evaluations, and supporting employee development

Qualification

ProcurementInventory ControlPurchasing Regulations KnowledgeFinancial Systems ExperienceSupervisionState Purchasing KnowledgeMaintenance Program KnowledgeLeadershipWorkplace RespectService-OrientedForklift Operator CertificationGrowth Mindset

Required

Procurement and Inventory Control Experience: Progressive experience and responsibilities in large scale procurement and inventory control in either government or business

Purchasing Regulations and Contracting Knowledge: Knowledge of purchasing regulations, policies and rules related to government contracting

Financial Systems and Reporting Skills: Knowledge and experience using financial systems. Ability to create reports, spreadsheets, work papers, instructions, memos, etc. using appropriate computer software or data systems

Workplace Respect: Experience contributing to a work environment that fosters a culture of respect and equal opportunity

Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth

Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others

A valid driver's license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles

Ability to travel locally and regionally to attend meetings, training, perform inventory reviews, and pick up and deliver supplies

Ability to receive and maintain a forklift operator certification within three (3) months of employment

Ability to move or manipulate items up to 50 pounds within the warehouse and on storage racks

Preferred

State Purchasing and Procurement Knowledge: Knowledge of state purchasing rules and WEBS procurement processes

Leadership and Supervision Experience: Progressive experience and responsibilities either leading or supervising staff

Maintenance Program Knowledge: Knowledge of WSDOT's Maintenance Program activities, policies, procedures and supply needs

Business Administrative Knowledge: Knowledge of business and administrative principles, including finance, procurement, or operations. This knowledge may have been gained through professional experience and/or formal education

Benefits

Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle.

Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!

Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.

Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more.

Insurance Benefits – Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement And Deferred Compensation – State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).

Public Service Loan Forgiveness – If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays – Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Sick Leave – Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month.

Vacation (Annual Leave) – Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA).

Military Leave – Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave – Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave.