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Inventory Purchasing Specialist II Brightwater
Job Location:
Job Location:
Woodinville, WA - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 70899 - 89868
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
13 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
10 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
- Summary
- This is a transfer opportunity and first consideration is given to qualified transfer-eligible employees in the job classification family
If no qualified internal candidate is selected external applicants will be consideredThis recruitment aims to fill (1) Career Service Inventory Purchasing Specialist II vacancy at the Brightwater Treatment Plant
This is an opportunity to support front line workers that protect the environment and keep wastewater infrastructure operating optimally.
About The Role:
King County Wastewater Treatment Division inventory purchasing specialists manages over 15000 unique parts in our secured stores to be available when requested and provides procurement services to the trades(crafts) for all other non-inventory items. This position is responsible for overall material readiness of all equipment at the Brightwater WWTP through the procurement and dispensing of critical spare parts and materials.
About The Team:
The Inventory Management work group is small and diverse. We take on big challenges and always work to promote trust. We rely on each other for support advice and comradery.
Commitment to Equity Racial and Social Justice:
King County named after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity racial and social justice making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As an Inventory Purchasing Specialist II you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient sustainable and equitable communities. Enjoy training comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.
Job Duties
- Shipping and receiving
- Inventory management
- Maintain computerized internal purchasing/inventory records and information system
- Work with AP to resolve discrepancies and billing for accuracy
- Purchasing goods and services
Experience Qualifications Knowledge Skills
Qualifications You Bring:
- Knowledge of basic warehousing equipment and supplies
- Knowledge of heavy duty and industrial parts
- Skill in the use of personal computers word processors and database management software
- Skill in operating forklift and other material handling equipment
- Skill in interpreting and evaluating manuals and catalogs
Competencies You Bring:
Business Insight: Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organizations goals
Tech Savvy: Anticipating and adopting innovations in business- building digital and technology applications
Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex high quantity and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems
Decision Quality: Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward
Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency high energy and enthusiasm.
Supplemental Information
Working Conditions:
- Work Location: Brightwater Treatment Plant - 22505 WA-9 Woodinville WA 98072
- Work Schedule:This full-time position works a 40-hour work week with either a 4/10 or 5/8 work schedule Monday-Friday Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday.This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.
- Union Representation:This position is represented by S.E.I.U. 925 (Wastewater Treatment Division)
- Physical Requirement:Must be able to routinely lift packages up to 50 pounds and Must be able to operate forklifts pallets jacks and other material handling equipment as needed.
We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Application materials will be screened for clarity completeness and alignment with the experience qualifications knowledge and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in a technical assessment and one or more panel interviews.
To apply submit a:
- Complete Application
- Resume
- Responses to the supplemental questions
Note: Additional documents wont be considered during minimum qualification screening.
Who to Contact:For more information regarding this recruitment please contact Dan Sherman HR Analyst at
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Forbes named King County as one of Washington States best employers.
Together with leadership and our employees were changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a differenceCome join the teamdedicated to serving one of the nations best places to live work and play.Guided by ourTrue North we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting support and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply including Native American and people of color immigrants refugees women LGBTQ people living with disabilities and veterans.King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race color religion national origin sex (including gender identity sexual orientation and pregnancy) age genetic information disability veteran status or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions including but not limited to recruitment hiring selection for training promotion transfer demotion layoff termination rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
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