Supply Chain Category Specialist

Closing Date to Apply: October 15th, 2026 @ 5 pm PST Salary: $32.34 -$50.44 hourly. Midpoint: $41.39 hourly. Grant PUD posts the full hourly range for each position. The midpoint is provided as a reference point and is not a guaranteed starting pay. Starting pay is based on job-related factors such as qualifications, experience, skills, internal alignment, and organizational needs. Most new hires are typically placed between the minimum and midpoint of the range. Applicants meeting minimum qualifications may undergo further evaluation based on preferred qualifications and other job-related criteria. Only the most qualified candidates will be referred for further consideration. Benefits: This link below will provide you with Grant PUD’s benefit that may be available if hired, different employee types are eligible for different benefits. Grant PUD — Unified Insurance Program (uip-wa.org) Grant County PUD will conduct a background check after a contingent offer of employment has been made, if selected for this position. The District may use the applicant pool and results from this recruitment to fill additional vacancies in the same classification for up to six (6) months following the recruitment closing date, consistent with District policy and applicable law. Position Summary Under general supervision, the Supply Chain Category Specialist supports the procure-to-pay (P2P) lifecycle, coordinating vendor onboarding, data and relationship management, payment and purchase order (PO) support, compliance, and issue resolution. Serving as the primary day-to-day vendor contact, the VMS promotes a positive vendor experience while supporting Procurement Officers and District Representatives and coordinating with Procurement, Accounts Payable (AP), and business stakeholders. Essential Functions Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Serve as the primary day-to-day point of contact for vendors, providing responsive support, maintaining professional relationships, and facilitating clear communication throughout the vendor lifecycle. Coordinate vendor onboarding, including collecting, reviewing, validating, and processing required documentation; guide vendors through requirements and notify appropriate stakeholders upon successful setup. Establish, maintain, validate, and update vendor records throughout the vendor lifecycle within the ERP and related supplier management systems, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established governance standards, procedures, and internal controls prior to activation or modification. Process vendor account changes, including contact, banking, tax, and organizational information; ensure records are complete and accurate, and coordinate required validation of banking information with Accounting. Research, track, and facilitate resolution of vendor payment and invoice inquiries, including payment status, discrepancies, missing documentation, processing exceptions, and delays in coordination with Accounts Payable and other stakeholders. Provide purchase order coordination support by confirming vendor receipt and acknowledgment, coordinating with vendors and internal stakeholders on order details, delivery expectations, and documentation, and assisting with routine PO discrepancies or communication gaps. Provide administrative support for vendor and contract-related requirements, including insurance documentation, prevailing wage requirements, safety plans, and othe…

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