DSHS FTAA Procurement & Supply Support Specialist 2

DSHS FTAA Procurement & Supply Specialist 2

We have an on-site opportunity for you to join our team warehousing team at Fircrest Residential Habilitation Center in Shoreline, WA. This position plans, coordinates, and performs procurement of services, supplies, materials, parts and equipment to support the dietary warehouse and other warehouse operations in accordance with state laws, agency policies and procedures, and requirements. This position is a great opportunity for someone with experience in procurement and warehouse operations and requires 100% onsite work. This position is responsible for managing daily dietary warehouse operations, ordering perishable food and supplies according to department guidelines, receiving food deliveries, stocking products, pulling orders, conducting inventory counts, managing inventory records, and ensuring products are organized and distributed to the kitchen in a timely manner. This is a hands-on, detail-focused role that supports the daily needs of the people who live and work at the facility. This is a great opportunity to build hands-on experience in inventory and warehouse operations while supporting the day-to-day needs of Fircrest RHC. You’ll work as part of a supportive team that helps ensure essential goods and supplies are available where and when they are needed to support facility operations and the people we serve. Additional Information:

• King County employees receive 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary and are eligible to receive a free ORCA card for transportation use
• Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary

Some of what you’ll do:

• Performs procurement, warehousing, and distribution functions of consumable dietary products and supplies in accordance with state laws, agency policies and procedures, and requirements

• Receive deliveries, verify quantity and quality of items, and coordinate distribution of items across the facility

• Complete cycle counts and other assigned inventory activities

• Communicate with vendors and staff to resolve any issues with orders or deliveries

• Maintain accurate purchasing records, inputs receipts, and forwards documentation to the fiscal office for timely vendor payments

• Keep warehouse areas clean, organized, and safely stocked

• Provide excellent customer service to staff and residents

• Perform other duties as assigned

What we’re looking for:

• Four or more years of experience as a purchasing professional;
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, procurement, logistics, supply management or closely allied field;

OR

• An Associate of Arts Degree in Purchasing Management, Business Administration or closely allied field AND two years of full-time purchasing experience

OR

• Two years of experience as a Procurement and Supply Specialist 1.
• Full-time experience as a purchasing professional will substitute on a year-for-year basis.

Questions? Reach out to [email protected] or call Talent Acquisition main line at (360) 725-5810 and reference job posting 08224.

The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle. Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs, or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protect­ed veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384. Relationship and Reporting Structure (Nepotism) Disclosure: If you are selected for hire, you must disclose whether you have a relative, household member, close friend, or romantic partner within your potential supervisory chain of command. DSHS has a Relationships and the Reporting Structure policy that prohibits nepotism and can be reviewed here. Applicants whose appointment would result in a prohibited reporting relationship are not eligible for appointment to that position.

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