Inventory Purchasing Specialist II
King County, WASummary King County Facilities Management Division (FMD) is seeking an experienced and customer-focused Inventory Purchasing Specialist II to join our South Park Warehouse team. In this key role, you will help ensure the efficient operation of Facilities Management services by managing inventory and procurement activities. Responsibilities include ordering and receiving parts and supplies, maintaining accurate inventory records through an automated inventory management system, stocking warehouse materials, and delivering items to support operational needs across the organization. Who We Are: Through a workforce of over 300 dedicated employees, the FMD operates and manages the County's capital assets by developing and maintaining cost-conscious, sustainable, high-quality facilities, and environments. The BOS provides custodial services, maintenance and building operations, as well as building security. BOS is committed to providing high quality service to effectively and efficiently support and maintain buildings and their occupants. To learn more about FMD, visit our website at: http://www.kingcounty.gov/operations/FacilitiesManagement.aspx. Job Duties To be considered for this opportunity, you must at a minimum, demonstrate the knowledge, skill, and ability to: Manage inventory warehousing disbursements; document and set stocking levels; process inventory purchases; perform cycle counts and physical inventory audits. Perform warehouse shipping and receiving; demonstrate responsibility for materials handling; maintain adequate stock to meet user needs. Obtain price quotes, research vendor sources, and select vendors for standard and specialized parts, materials, supplies, tools, and services. Conduct cost analysis to support cost savings for King County. Monitor blanket purchase order expenditures. Assist with and review bid specifications. Work with vendors to resolve problems such as billing discrepancies, quantity or product errors, and contract interpretation. Track warranties and supporting documents. Assist with picking up repair parts. Identify and recommend strategies for surplus, sale, and salvage of obsolete inventory items. Monitor the use, storage, and handling of hazardous materials. Plan production and allocate resources of in-house manufacturing process. Expedite parts delivery from multiple warehouses; pick up and deliver items as required. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills We are looking for candidates who: Have experience working in a warehouse and delivery operation. Have experience in shipping and receiving, including knowledge of applicable inventory system(s) and ability to use database and spreadsheet applications to assist with producing reports and findings. Have knowledge and understanding of basic warehousing equipment and supplies, purchasing procedures and practices, and inventory control and management practices. Can operate forklifts safely. Are able to interpret and evaluate manuals and catalogs. Are customer focused and understand how to deliver excellent service. Are comfortable using Microsoft Office suite including Access, Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook, and the internet in their daily work. Supplemental Information Position information: The selected applicants must possess a valid Washington State driver's license or the ability to travel throughout King County in a timely manner in a variety of County vehicles. Driving is a regular job function of this position - a five year Washington State Complete Driver's Abstract will be required. Forklift certification is required within six months of hire date. Final appointment is contingent upon successfully passing a thorough federal and county background investigation and clearing a pre-employment physical examination. Work location: South Park Warehouse – 7272 W. Marginal Way South Seattle, WA 98108 Work schedule: The work schedule for this position is Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm. This position is Non-Exemp…