Procurement & Supply Specialist 1

Olympic College; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Olympic College is seeking a Procurement & Supply Specialist 1 to manage purchasing activities for the institution. The role involves ordering, receiving, and evaluating supplies, while ensuring compliance with budget and contract requirements. Ideal candidates should have relevant educational qualifications and experience in purchasing management.

Benefits

Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance

Long-term Disability

Life Insurance

Wellness Programs

11 Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Reduced Rate Child Care

Qualifications

• One year of full-time purchasing experience.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Orders, receives, stores, and inventories supplies and equipment.
• Determines procurement methodology for identified commodities.
• Participates in negotiations to resolve contractual issues.

Skills

Purchasing Management

Business Administration

Education

Associate of Arts Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Procurement & Supply Specialist 1

Salary:$42,696 - $56,880

Department:Information Technology

Classification:Classified Staff

Reports to: CIO

Orders, receives, stores, inventories, and issues a variety of services, materials, supplies, parts, and equipment for an institution or agency or on behalf of client agencies, institutions, colleges and universities; processes ordered items and services to and from vendors and/or surplus property office; OR procures supplies, services, materials and equipment, issues bids and awards contracts within dollar limitations assigned by the purchasing authority in support of institution or agency-wide purchasing activities or on behalf of client agencies for designated buying areas.

• For identified commodities and services, determines appropriate course of action/procurement methodology including, but not limited to, competitive bids, sole source acquisitions, requests for proposal, or direct negotiations.
• Reviews and prioritizes requests following approved guidelines.
• Performs ongoing contract and contractor evaluations to ensure goods and services are delivered and by contract requirements and prices remain competitive with the general market.
• Research for new sources of supply; locate and contact vendors and suppliers.
• Participates in negotiations to correct performance, price adjustments or contract termination; Meets with contractor representatives and customers to resolve contractual issues.
• Verifies shipments by checking field orders and purchase orders against the shippers' packing list and parts received.
• Maintains record systems and perpetual inventory records, which may include establishing and maintaining commodity master records.
• Represents the agency as an attendee at trade shows and purchasing conventions. Reviews trade publications to stay current with market trends.
• Communicate with suppliers to stay current with industry developments.
• Maintains other records as required including budget tracking for purchases.
• Maintains good public relations and safety practices.
• May plan for, identify, classify, assign, and work with commodity code numbers for all items requisitioned by State agencies on a recurring basis.
• May prepare items for proper disposal.

Minimum Qualifications

• An Associate of Arts Degree in Purchasing Management, Business Administration, or a closely allied field AND one year of full-time purchasing experience.
• Full-time experience as a purchasing professional will substitute on a year-for-year basis.
• Must posses a valid driver's license

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in purchasing management, business administration, or closely related field. 2 years of full-time purchasing experience.

Terms of Employment

Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position.Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

This is a full-time classified position scheduled to work 40 hours a week, with a salary range of $42,696 - $56,880annually.All classified positions will start their salary at Step A, when you have completed six months of probation, you will receive a 5 percent pay increase. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Washington Public Employees Associate (WPEA) Union. Classified positions qualify for the following benefits:

Medical/vision, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental dismemberment, Flexible Spending Arrangement, Dependent Care Assistance Program, Wellness Programs, Department of Retirement Systems Plan 2 or Plan 3, Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, Aflac, 11 paid holidays, leave – vacation/sick/personal holiday/personal leave, auto/home insurance, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration on-site child care on a space available.

For more informationregardingbenefits, please visit our websitehere.

Conditions of Employment

• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarilyprecludeemployment but will be considered indeterminingthe applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327.

• Olympic College seeks candidates for employment who share our commitment to fosteringanequitableand inclusive learning environment (readourEquity Statement). All applicantsare required tosubmita statement of 500 words or less, describing the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the higher education environment and their prior, current, and/or potential contribution(s) to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion as an employee.

How To Apply

To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website andsubmitthe following required materials:

• Olympic College Online Application

• Resume

• Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.

• Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will berequired ofthe successful candidate.

EEO Statement

Olympic Collegeprovidesequal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminateon the basis ofrace, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Olympic College provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilitiesin accordance withthe Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following people have beendesignatedto handle inquiriesregardingnon-discrimination and accommodation policies:[e-mail]. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.