Inventory Purchasing Specialist III (IPS III) South Plant at King County

SummaryThis is a competitive postingandis open to all qualified candidates.This is an opportunity to support front line workers that protect the environment and keep clean water infrastructure operating optimally. In this role you will purchase and provide supply support to achieve strategic and real-time objectives for one of the regions most complex wastewater treatment systems. This is more than a job-its an opportunity to participate in a key-team role dedicated to protecting the environment supporting public health and ensuring reliable wastewater service for our community.About the Role:King County Wastewater Treatment Division inventory purchasing specialists manages over 15000 unique parts in our secured stores to be available when requested and provides procurement services to the trades (crafts) for all other non-inventory items. This position is responsible for overall material readiness of all equipment at the Renton WWTP through the procurement and dispensing of critical spare parts and materials. About the Team:The Inventory Management work group is small and diverse. We take on big challenges and always work to promote trust. We rely on each other for support advice and comradery.Join our team dedicated to ensuring clean water for generations to come! With over 700 employees engaged in planning designing building and operating treatment facilities our agency is at the forefront of environmental stewardship. Success for us means upholding our legacy while promising future generations a pristine environment.Commitment to Equity Racial and Social Justice: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 III you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient sustainable and equitable communities. Enjoy training comprehensive benefits and growth opportunitiesJob DutiesWhat You Will Be Doing:Shipping and receivingInventory managementMaintain computerized internal purchasing/inventory records and information systemWork with AP to resolve discrepancies and billing for accuracyPurchasing goods and servicesExperience Qualifications Knowledge SkillsQualifications You Bring:Knowledge of basic warehousing equipment and suppliesKnowledge of heavy duty and industrial partsSkill in the use of personal computers word processors and database management softwareSkill in operating forklift and other material handling equipmentSkill in interpreting and evaluating manuals and catalogsCompetencies You Bring: Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.Tech Savvy: Anticipating and adopting innovations in business- building digital and technology applications.Manages Conflict: Handling conflict situations effectively with a minimum of noise.Builds Networks: Effectively building formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization.Develops Talent: Developing people to meet both their career goals and the organizations goalsSupplemental InformationWorking Conditions:Work Location: South Treatment Plant - 1200 Monster Rd SW Renton WA 98057Work Schedule:This full-time position works a 40-hour work week either 4x10 or 5x8 work schedule. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.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 use ladders and there is exposure to hazardous chemicals and noxious odors and high noise levels. Workplace Exposure:All weather conditions in an industrial wastewater environment. Will be around chemicals loud noise and biohazards. Will be entering confined spaces and will need to wear a respirator.Application and Selection Process:We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.Application materials will be screened for clarity completeness and alignment with the experience qualifications knowledge and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. AnticipatedTimeline for this recruitment:Interview: Virtual interview tentative week of 12/15To apply submit a:Complete ApplicationResumeCover LetterComplete Supplemental QuestionsNote: Additional documents will not be considered during minimum qualification screening.For more information regarding this recruitment please contact:Dan ShermanHR Analyst Discover More About the Wastewater Treatment Division: Visit our websiteand check us out atFacebookX (formerly Twitter)InstagramYouTubeand our WTD Blog.DiscoverMoreAboutDNRP: Visit ourwebsite explorean interactive mapof our recent accomplishments and check us out at FacebookX (formerly Twitter)LinkedInTikTokInstagramYouTubeand Keeping King County Green News.Sign up forJob Alerts to be notified of additional career opportunities with King County. Select the Natural Resources category for DNRP opportunities and explore other categories of interest.Forbes named King County as one of Washington States best employers.Together with leadership and our employees were changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a differenceCome join the teamdedicated to serving one of the nations best places to live work and play.Guided by ourTrue North we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting support and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply including Native American and people of color immigrants refugees women LGBTQ people living with disabilities and veterans.King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) EmployerNo person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race color religion national origin sex (including gender identity sexual orientation and pregnancy) age genetic information disability veteran status or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions including but not limited to recruitment hiring selection for training promotion transfer demotion layoff termination rates of pay or other forms of compensation.To ApplyIf you are interested in pursuing this position please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Microsoft Office,Purchasing,Procurement,EDI,HR Sourcing,Microsoft Outlook,Pivot tables,SAP,Microsoft Excel,ERP Systems,negotiation,Contracts Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 76127 - 96495