View Procurement Coordinator
Spokane Transit Authority, Spokane, WA, United States
Spokane Transit is looking for an Experienced Procurement Coordinator! The Purchasing department is a small team with a BIG job, and they need a highly motivated person who is a great team player and is knowledgeable of the Purchasing environment. Spokane Transit is in the middle of a dynamic 10-year plan called Connect 2035. The purpose of this plan is to maintain, improve, and expand transit services throughout Spokane County to meet the transportation needs of our growing community. The Procurement Coordinator will directly impact STA’s ability to access materials and supplies to help a great city move! Position assists in the procurement of goods and services, and the development and maintenance of a system of inventory control, for Spokane Transit.
Examples of Duties
Coordinate and manage purchase of materials, finished products, supplies, capital improvements and equipment, and contract services for Spokane Transit.
Assist in the development of purchasing policies and procedures in accordance with statutory requirements and good business practices.
Investigate new products and systems and conduct cost-of-work analysis to evaluate potential savings through change of systems and equipment.
Prepare and issue Requests for Proposals (RFP’s) and Invitation for Bids (IFB’s). Review scopes of work and general bid specifications, conduct pre-bid interviews and analyze quotations and/or proposals. Evaluate and recommend the selection of suppliers.
Maintain a system of inventory management to include: oversight and development of inventory classifications, maintaining minimum stock levels and inventory balance, establishing stock and parts identification system, issuance of materials from stock to user departments, and periodic cycle counting.
Assists with preparing departmental budget, managing approved funds, and maintaining all purchasing records, data, and information to include general purchase and price records, parts history, stock consumption records, bid specification files, materials and standards specification files, catalog files, and all other records required to assure the effectiveness and efficiency of the purchasing function.
Education and Experience
Training & Experience
A Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or public administration with a preferred emphasis in purchasing or
materials management, and three years related work experience including direct responsibility for procurement, contract management, specification preparation, inventory control and employee supervision. The educational
requirement may be substituted, on a year for year basis, with related post-secondary education, training, professional certification, and/or additional qualifying work experience.
Physical Requirements
This position includes physical activity requiring frequent handling and moving of objects and materials. Must be able to receive detailed information through verbal communication and to make discriminations in sound. Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Visual acuity to determine depth and field of vision. Must be able to see well enough, with or without correction, to read small type. Manual
dexterity to write and use office equipment.
Computer Skills
Proficiency within the Microsoft environment.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Have considerable knowledge of contract/procurement language, terms and conditions and current, effective purchasing, inventory and administrative practices and methods.
Have the ability to review, understand and potentially write specifications of a legal and technical nature.
Learn rapidly the activities, policies and procedures of the transit organization and all applicable local, state, and federal laws, regulations and procedures relating to contracting and procurement.
Keep complex records, compose complex and detailed correspondence and technical specifications.
Possess a high level of effective communication both written and orally with attention to detail and customer service.
In addition to the career opportunity, a competitive salary, and Spokane’s many recreational activities, we offer an excellent benefits package which includes:
Annual salary of
$74,686 – $100,087 depending on qualifications
PPO Medical Plans (Vision coverage included)
Premera Blue Cross – Your Choice 250 Heritage Plus Plan
Kaiser Permanente CDHP PPO Plan
HMO Medical Plans (Vision coverage included)
Kaiser Permanente Medical Core Plan
Kaiser Permanente Medical Core Buy-Up Plan
Delta Dental PPO Plan
WA State Public Employee’s Retirement System (PERS)
PERS 2 or PERS 3
Deferred Compensation/457 plan
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) employer contribution of $50/month
Employer Paid Basic life ($50,000), AD&D ($50,000) and long-term disability insurance
Pet Insurance
AFLAC Supplemental Insurance
Vacation Accrual Schedule (paid)
0-4 years of continuous service – 2 weeks per year
5-9 years of continuous service – 3 weeks per year
10-14 years of continuous service – 4 weeks per year
15+ years of continuous service – 5 weeks per year
Sick Leave Full-time employees – 96 hours per year maximum
.0462 hours earned per hour in paid status 8 hours per month maximum
8 Paid Holidays
4 Floating Holidays
Free bus passes for employee and dependents
Onsite workout facility
Accentra Employee Assistance Program
Flexible schedule (9/80) available after completion of probationary period
For more detailed information on benefits click here
Qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply using the link below. Please include a
Cover Letter and Resume
as an attachment to your online application in order to receive consideration. If you have questions regarding this position or need assistance, please contact David Cooper, HR Specialist, via email dcooper@spokanetransit.com. This position is open until filled.
Spokane Transit is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of age, disability, ethnicity/race, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or veteran status.
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Examples of Duties
Coordinate and manage purchase of materials, finished products, supplies, capital improvements and equipment, and contract services for Spokane Transit.
Assist in the development of purchasing policies and procedures in accordance with statutory requirements and good business practices.
Investigate new products and systems and conduct cost-of-work analysis to evaluate potential savings through change of systems and equipment.
Prepare and issue Requests for Proposals (RFP’s) and Invitation for Bids (IFB’s). Review scopes of work and general bid specifications, conduct pre-bid interviews and analyze quotations and/or proposals. Evaluate and recommend the selection of suppliers.
Maintain a system of inventory management to include: oversight and development of inventory classifications, maintaining minimum stock levels and inventory balance, establishing stock and parts identification system, issuance of materials from stock to user departments, and periodic cycle counting.
Assists with preparing departmental budget, managing approved funds, and maintaining all purchasing records, data, and information to include general purchase and price records, parts history, stock consumption records, bid specification files, materials and standards specification files, catalog files, and all other records required to assure the effectiveness and efficiency of the purchasing function.
Education and Experience
Training & Experience
A Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or public administration with a preferred emphasis in purchasing or
materials management, and three years related work experience including direct responsibility for procurement, contract management, specification preparation, inventory control and employee supervision. The educational
requirement may be substituted, on a year for year basis, with related post-secondary education, training, professional certification, and/or additional qualifying work experience.
Physical Requirements
This position includes physical activity requiring frequent handling and moving of objects and materials. Must be able to receive detailed information through verbal communication and to make discriminations in sound. Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Visual acuity to determine depth and field of vision. Must be able to see well enough, with or without correction, to read small type. Manual
dexterity to write and use office equipment.
Computer Skills
Proficiency within the Microsoft environment.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Have considerable knowledge of contract/procurement language, terms and conditions and current, effective purchasing, inventory and administrative practices and methods.
Have the ability to review, understand and potentially write specifications of a legal and technical nature.
Learn rapidly the activities, policies and procedures of the transit organization and all applicable local, state, and federal laws, regulations and procedures relating to contracting and procurement.
Keep complex records, compose complex and detailed correspondence and technical specifications.
Possess a high level of effective communication both written and orally with attention to detail and customer service.
In addition to the career opportunity, a competitive salary, and Spokane’s many recreational activities, we offer an excellent benefits package which includes:
Annual salary of
$74,686 – $100,087 depending on qualifications
PPO Medical Plans (Vision coverage included)
Premera Blue Cross – Your Choice 250 Heritage Plus Plan
Kaiser Permanente CDHP PPO Plan
HMO Medical Plans (Vision coverage included)
Kaiser Permanente Medical Core Plan
Kaiser Permanente Medical Core Buy-Up Plan
Delta Dental PPO Plan
WA State Public Employee’s Retirement System (PERS)
PERS 2 or PERS 3
Deferred Compensation/457 plan
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) employer contribution of $50/month
Employer Paid Basic life ($50,000), AD&D ($50,000) and long-term disability insurance
Pet Insurance
AFLAC Supplemental Insurance
Vacation Accrual Schedule (paid)
0-4 years of continuous service – 2 weeks per year
5-9 years of continuous service – 3 weeks per year
10-14 years of continuous service – 4 weeks per year
15+ years of continuous service – 5 weeks per year
Sick Leave Full-time employees – 96 hours per year maximum
.0462 hours earned per hour in paid status 8 hours per month maximum
8 Paid Holidays
4 Floating Holidays
Free bus passes for employee and dependents
Onsite workout facility
Accentra Employee Assistance Program
Flexible schedule (9/80) available after completion of probationary period
For more detailed information on benefits click here
Qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply using the link below. Please include a
Cover Letter and Resume
as an attachment to your online application in order to receive consideration. If you have questions regarding this position or need assistance, please contact David Cooper, HR Specialist, via email dcooper@spokanetransit.com. This position is open until filled.
Spokane Transit is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of age, disability, ethnicity/race, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or veteran status.
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