Buyer - Washington State Ferries

The first consideration and/or preference is with current Washington State Ferries OPEIU members

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world’s longest floating bridge, leads an award‑winning Active Transportation Plan, holds the record for the world’s widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

Washington State Ferries (WSF) is an essential part of Washington’s transportation network. Every year, we carry nearly 20 million passengers across Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands on more than 400 sailings a day. Our dedicated teams with over 2,100 people work together to serve our communities and shape the future of ferry travel.

Washington State Ferries (WSF), a division of the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), is currently seeking a Buyer 3 to support the safe and reliable operation of the nation’s largest ferry system through specialized procurement of essential goods and services. This position plays a key role in ensuring employees have the uniforms, equipment, and resources needed to perform their duties effectively, directly contributing to operational readiness across vessels, terminals, and maintenance facilities.

By partnering with vendors and internal teams, the Buyer 3 helps maintain continuity of service and supports efficient, accountable purchasing practices. This role contributes to WSF’s ability to deliver dependable transportation while upholding high standards of public service and stewardship.

As we navigate a once‑in‑a‑generation transformation to decarbonize our system — guided by our core values Serve, Respect, Trust, Grow, Navigate— and bold strategic priorities Service Excellence, Improved Communication and Empowered People — there’s never been a more meaningful time to come aboard at Washington State Ferries.

• Oversee WSF employee uniform procurement, including reviewing order forms, submitting orders through the GALLS portal, and utilizing blanket purchase orders.
• Track uniform allotments, maintain GALLS and Fed Ex accounts, set up and inactivate employee accounts, and provide guidance on uniform ordering.
• Coordinate with vendors and WSF personnel to resolve uniform order issues and process non‑standard uniform purchases using the WSF Procurement System (EAM).
• Manage procurement of goods and services by reviewing requisitions, selecting procurement methods, coordinating quotes and approvals, and issuing purchase orders.
• Develop procurement documentation, support bid processes, evaluate supplier performance, and coordinate with vendors and internal partners.
• Research and resolve procurement issues, including tracking delinquent items, monitoring asset shipments and repairs, and coordinating with vendors and WSF departments.
• Assist departments with procurement processes, invoice discrepancies, payment resolution, and appropriate procurement methodologies.
• Document and reconcile Purchasing Card (P‑Card) transactions in PCMS and resolve discrepancies with vendors and Accounting.
• Uphold WSF’s strategic priorities (Service Excellence, Improved Communication, and Empowered People) and values (Serve, Grow, Trust, Respect, and Navigate), ensuring they are embedded in WSF’s culture through leadership action.

To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required
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• Growth Mindset
  • Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
• Service‑Oriented
  • Demonstrates a willingness to take action to meet the needs of others.
• Fostering Respect and Equal Opportunity
  • Experience contributing to a work environment that fosters a culture of respect and equal opportunity.
• Technical Proficiency
  • Use Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Teams) at an intermediate level to create, edit, and share documents, spreadsheets, and…