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PROCUREMENT & SUPPLY SPECIALIST 2
State of Washington
Washington State Patrol
Location
Washington, 98504
Salary
$4,027 - $5,398
per month
Type
Full Time
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SES Pay Grade
Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900
Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
Job Description
Summary
This job involves buying and managing supplies and equipment for a state police agency's warehouse and tech division, ensuring everything follows state rules and budgets.
It includes researching vendors, creating orders, tracking inventory, and solving issues with suppliers or customers.
A good fit would be someone organized and independent who enjoys teamwork and wants to grow in a government procurement role.
Key Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Two years of experience as a Procurement and Supply Specialist 1 or equivalent full-time procurement/supply work
- Knowledge of state purchasing guidelines, including Department of Enterprise Services (DES), Washington Administrative Code (WAC), and Revised Code of Washington (RCW)
- Proficiency in generating purchase orders, using systems like Washington Electronic Business Solutions (WEBS), and processing online orders or credit card purchases
- Experience maintaining inventory accounts and reconciliations using manual or automated systems (e.g., Azzier)
- Ability to research new suppliers, negotiate contracts, and conduct product testing or sampling for compliance
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills for handling vendor/customer issues and supply data analysis
Full Job Description
If you answer YES to any of these questions this is the perfect opportunity for you!
- Are you a self-starter with an interest in procurement for warehouse stock?
- Do you thrive in a team environment?
- Do you want a position with career growth opportunities?
About the Agency & Division: The Washington State Patrol is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to foster an environment in which everyone is encouraged to be their authentic selves, communicate openly, and act with courage. The WSP is dedicated to promoting fair and equitable hiring, training, and promotional practices through innovative recruitment and retention strategies.
The Property Management Division (PMD) serves three primary functions for the agency; Facilities Management, Fleet Management, and Supply Management. The Property Management Division is responsible for providing comprehensive facilities management through the capital and operating budget process.
Requirements
The main responsibilities of this position are to procure equipment for the Electronic Services Division (ESD) and the Supply Section Warehouse using the Inventory Purchase Account (IPA).
This position supports the Supply Section Mission and goals as the primary purchasing agent of special orders, items not available in the warehouse, including items on and off statewide contract, by following the guidelines outlined by the Department of Enterprise Services (DES), Washington Administrative Code (WAC), Revised Code of Washington (RCW), and WSP policy, procedures, and standards.
This position will request quotes or bids as required. Our new teammate will be able to:
Generate purchase orders (PO) for IPA account and Electronic Services Division (ESD).
Follow Department of Enterprise Services purchasing guidelines when processing PO's or Sole Source Contracts including the use of Washington Electronic Business Solutions (WEBS) when going out for bids on items not on contract.
Order items on credit card when needed for all sections of the WSP and process orders on-line.
Conducts research for new sources of supply
Maintains accounts and reconciliations of physical inventories using manual or automated systems (currently Azzier).
Arranges for, conducts and/or directs tests and product sampling to ensure compliance with specifications.
Communicate and solve problems with customers and vendors on any orders/issue including receipt of incorrect items and discrepancies in the billing process or cycle.
Implements the agency's procedures relative to supply functions; collects and evaluates supply and equipment usage data; projects agency supply needs; determines optimum stock levels, maximum authorizations, standard unit pack, and re-order points.
Upon completion perform data entry of billing information and file documents usinci a centralized system.
Negotiates services, base agreements and contracts as directed.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:- High School Diploma or GED Certificate
- A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
- Continuous growth and development opportunities.
- Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work
- Employment opportunities that recognize military veterans and/or military spouse per Governor Executive Order 19-01
- Qualification for the Public Loan Forgiveness Program
Two years as a Procurement and Supply Specialist 1 (Full time experience as a purchasing professional will substitute on a year for year basis ) If you have gotten this far and are thinking you do not qualify, consider again.
It may be that lived experience, volunteer positions, or a combination of experience and education could demonstrate your ability to perform the duties within this job.
If you are excited about this role but you’re not sure if your experience or held credentials align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway and contact the HR Consultant below to discuss your situation specifically.
You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.
Why work for the Washington State Patrol?Additional Information
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
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Questions?
Please contact Erica Henderson at (360) 704-2293 or via e-mail at erica.henderson@wsp.wa.gov.
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