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Inventory Purchasing Specialist II
Location:
Maple Valley, WA
Description:
Summary Exciting opportunity for an experienced Inventory Purchasing Specialist in the Stores unit of the Solid Waste Division of King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks! If you like delivering excellent customer service and challenging tasks of finding parts, tools, and equipment while also being financially responsible this is the job for you! There are many opportunities to test your talents in the sourcing of parts to support and keep Operations going everyday while also having the satisfaction of seeing a job being completed from start to finish based on your support...This position will perform heavy-duty truck/equipment parts inventory maintenance, control, and purchasing functions. Under the direction of a Stores Lead, this position will also be responsible for receiving and distributing supplies and materials to other employees and customers, ordering and stocking of supplies, and pick-up and delivery of items as required. This position will use a forklift in the process of their work and may be required to work with hazardous materials.We are filling one (1) Inventory Purchasing Specialist II position as either a Term-limited temporary for external candidates or Special Duty Assignment for eligible internal candidates. We may use this recruitment to create a list of candidates for any potential vacancies in similar positions within the next 12 months. About the Role: You will have daily face to face customer service interactions with Solid Waste Shop personnel and other Operations employees with request for parts, PPE, and many other items you will be responsible for conducting a yearly inventory for your designated section. Also fulfilling request through Solid Waste ordering systems and interaction with vendors some direct and over the phone contact. About the Team: Although small, the team is mighty! They are highly productive and have each other's back to support the Operations Management Team. They are skilled in completing tasks with efficiency in mind and are in a work environment where learning and development are strongly encouraged. Ideas and initiatives are welcome and valued here so don't be afraid to offer your concepts or thoughts. 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 II, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity . Apply now for a rewarding career at the Solid Waste Division of the King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks. 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 opportunities. Job Duties What You Will Be Doing: Receive, store and issue supplies and materials primarily for the repair and maintenance of heavy-duty trucks and equipment. Maintain and update computerized purchasing/inventory records. Parts counter coverage supporting Maintenance Shop, Solid Waste Division Crews, and transfer stations. Input and research inventory and direct purchases, disbursements, inventory adjustments and the history of parts use. Pick up, deliver, load and unload items as required. Perform warehousing functions using forklift and other material handling equipment. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Qualifications You Bring: A minimum of one (1) year of experience: as a heavy equipment/truck parts purchaser or in heavy duty equipment/truck parts inventory maintenance and control or working with heavy equipment and ordering truck parts using an automated and computerized inventory and ordering system that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work. Demonstrated knowledge of heavy duty equipment and truck parts Demonstrated knowledge of an automated inventory purchasing system Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills Problem solving and analytical skills Excellent customer service skills Demonstrated knowledge using computer and MS Office applications Must have a valid WA State Driver's License upon hire Competencies You Bring: Effective Communication - Able to adapt approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. Collaborates - Skilled in building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Customer Focused - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. Strategic Mindset - Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies. Financial Acumen - Interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make Better Business decisions. Supplemental Information Working Conditions: Work Location: The work associated with this position will be located: Cedar Hills Landfill, 16645 228th Avenue SE, Maple Valley, WA and Farwest, 201 SW 34th St, Renton, WA. Work Schedule: This position works a 40-hour workweek and is overtime eligible with Supervisor approval. May be required to work alternative or flexible work schedules to support core service hours. Service hours are weekdays 6 a.m.-9 p.m., and weekends 6 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Evening and weekend work may be required. Union Representation: This position is represented by Teamsters Local 117 - Joint Units Agreement (JUA). Physical Environment/Requirements: The candidate must be able to work in a high traffic maintenance facility with possible adverse conditions such as noise and dust. The candidate must also have the ability to lift at least 50 lbs. at least once daily with or without assistance. 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 a panel interview. To apply, submit a Complete Application, Resume, and Cover letter . Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening. For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact XXXX@kingcounty.gov Discover More About the Solid Waste Division: Visit our website at our website at Solid Waste Division and check us out at Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube Discover More About DNRP : Visit our website , explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check us out at Facebook , X (formerly Twitter) , LinkedIn , TikTok , Instagram , YouTube and Keeping King County Green News . Sign up for Job 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 State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our "True 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) Employer No 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 Apply If 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. PDN-9bf59e46-7010-4e0e-a9b9-9250a7af04fb
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