Rail Supply Chain & Distribution Superintendent

King County Metro Transit’s Rail Division

has an exciting opportunity for a Rail Supply Chain & Distribution Superintendent within the Business and Administration section. This leadership role advances the following key strategic priorities:

• Developing a culture of care and employee engagement
• Providing operational excellence across multi-site warehouse and distribution operations
• Delivering on-time rail system and asset reliability through proactive supply chain readiness
• Maintaining healthy and resilient partnerships with Sound Transit as the Rail Service Delivery partner

The Rail Supply Chain & Distribution Superintendent will lead a high-performing team responsible for managing multiple warehouses and distribution centers supporting Link Light Rail vehicle maintenance, Wayside, Power, and Facilities sections. This role requires proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platforms, Enterprise Asset Management Systems (EAMS), demand forecasting, supplier relationship management, inventory optimization, and building, motivating and leading a team.

The ideal candidate will excel in navigating complex, multi-stakeholder environments and possess demonstrated experience in supply chain strategy, lean inventory practices, vendor contract management, and data-driven performance management. A solid commitment to equity and social justice, with experience in advancing opportunity for historically underrepresented groups is foundational to this role.

King County Metro's Rail Division manages and maintains Sound Transit's Link Light Rail, a growing network spanning 60 miles and serving 38 stations across the Puget Sound region. Together with Metro's extensive fixed-route bus system and mobility services, the Link Light Rail system is the backbone of an integrated regional transit network that gives people real freedom of movement. As Puget Sound transit agencies work together to build a seamless, connected system, our light rail system plays a central role in expanding access, reducing barriers, and ensuring that everyone across our region can get where they need to go.

Joining Metro's Rail Division means joining an organization that is shaping the future of public transportation in the Pacific Northwest and setting the standard for modern rail operations nationwide. This is a division that values strategic thinking, collaborative leadership, and a deep commitment to the people we serve, both our riders and our teams. Whatever your role, your work here contributes to something that matters, a light rail system that thousands of people count on every day.

This position is open to King County employees and the general public.

Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundation expectation for all King County employees. As the Rail Supply Chain & Distribution Superintendent, you will:

• Serve as an active member of Rail’s Management Team, advising Division leaders on inventory optimization, supply chain strategy, and materials management
• Develop and implement strategic goals, vision, workforce planning, performance standards, and divisional policies for multi-site warehouse operations
• Hire staff, manage performance, mentor, and develop a skilled warehouse team; foster a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and employee engagement
• Act as the key technical advisor to Section Managers and Division leadership on all supply chain, procurement, and inventory matters

• Develop demand forecasting and materials planning tools to anticipate inventory needs aligned with rail vehicle maintenance schedules and system asset support
• Lead strategic sourcing activities: identify qualified suppliers, evaluate bids, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor performance to ensure competitive pricing and supply reliability
• Establish and manage supplier scorecards tracking on-time delivery, order accuracy (OTIF - On-Time In-Full), quality, and cost performance
• Develop contingency plans and alternative sourcing strategies to…