Inventory Purchasing Specialist; IPS II - West Point

Inventory Purchasing Specialist (IPS) II - West Point

Salary: $70,899.09 - $89,868.48 Annually

Location: Seattle, WA

Job Type: Career Service (Exec)

Job Number:

Department: DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks

Division: Wastewater Treatment

Closing Date: Continuous

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit: A2 : SEIU L925-Wastewater

Full- or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours/Week: 40 hours/week

This is a transfer opportunity, and first consideration is given to qualified transfer-eligible employees in the same classification. If no qualified transfer-eligible candidate is selected, external applicants will be considered.

The West Section Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Inventory and Purchasing Team is a performance-driven group dedicated to building the skills, confidence, and expertise in purchasing and material support for Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) West Section O&M teams.

• Purchase goods, commodities and services for an industrial environment. Obtain price quotes, research vendor sources, and select vendors for purchase of standard parts, materials, supplies, tools and services. Conduct price comparisons to identify savings.
• Coordinate with central purchasing office. Prepare requests for purchasing authorization/limited procurement requisitions for minority/women business enterprises. Prepare change order requests. Assist with the preparation and review of bid specifications.
• Receive, analyze and order critical and non-standard requests. Process standard non-inventory items. Update current computerized and manual pricing information.
• Expedite operational orders/overdue/back orders.
• Solve problems with accounts payable invoicing errors. Resolve discrepancies. Review billings for accuracy.
• Manage inventory warehousing disbursements and document stock levels, process inventory purchases, perform cycle counts, perform physical inventory audits, ship and receive from warehouse, and perform material handling. Acknowledge receipt of goods and services. Maintain adequate supplies to meet user needs.
• Maintain computerized internal purchasing/inventory records and information system. Input and research inventory and direct purchases, disbursements, inventory adjustments and the history of parts use. Update computer master files.
• Recommend strategies for surplus, sale and salvage of obsolete inventory items; gather items.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications You Bring

• Advanced knowledge and skill in purchasing goods, commodities, and services using WTD computer systems
• Advanced knowledge and skill in inventory management and warehouse operation
• Knowledge and skill in heavy duty and industrial parts
• Knowledge and skill in problem solving discrepancies with central purchasing agencies
• Knowledge and skill employing computerized systems to manage inventory
• Strong customer service skills with comprehensive follow-up when required

Competencies You Bring

• Customer Focus:
  Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Resourcefulness:
  Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently.
• Racially Just:
  Identify and replace racists systems and structures with anti-racists and pro-equity approaches.
• Communicates Effectively:
  Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Collaborates:
  Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

It Would be Great if You Also Bring

• Forklift certification

Work Location: West Point Treatment Plant - 1400 Discovery Park Blvd. Seattle, WA 98199

Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible. Upon successful completion of probation, a hybrid telework schedule may be arranged as approved by management.

Union Representation: This position is represented by S.E.I.U. 925 (Wastewater Treatment Division).

Physical Requirement: Incumbents perform field work at a wastewater treatment plant and associated facilities and are required to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 60 pounds and the ability to use ladders. Wastewater Treatment Plant

Workplace Exposure: All weather conditions in an industrial wastewater environment. Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plants are inherent to exposure to hazardous chemicals and high noise levels.

King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As an Inventory Purchasing Specialist II, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work.

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