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finance and procurement category manager

Blueprint Technologies

<div><p><b>Who is Blueprint?</b></p>
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We are a technology solutions firm headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, with a strong presence across the United States. Unified by a shared passion for solving complicated problems, our people are our greatest asset. We use technology as a tool to bridge the gap between strategy and execution, powered by the knowledge, skills, and the expertise of our teams, who all have unique perspectives and years of experience across multiple industries. We're bold, smart, agile, and fun.</p>
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What does Blueprint do?</b></p>
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Blueprint helps organizations unlock value from existing assets by leveraging cutting-edge technology to create additional revenue streams and new lines of business. We connect strategy, business solutions, products, and services to transform and grow companies.</p>
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Why Blueprint?</b></p>
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At Blueprint, we believe in the power of possibility and are passionate about bringing it to life. Whether you join our bustling product division, our multifaceted services team or you want to grow your career in human resources, your ability to make an impact is amplified when you join one of our teams. You'll focus on solving unique business problems while gaining hands-on experience with the world's best technology. We believe in unique perspectives and build teams of people with diverse skillsets and backgrounds. At Blueprint, you'll have the opportunity to work with multiple clients and teams, such as data science and product development, all while learning, growing, and developing new solutions. We guarantee you won't find a better place to work and thrive than at Blueprint.</p>
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We are looking for a <b>Finance and Procurement Manager </b>to join us as we build cutting-edge technology solutions! This is your opportunity to be part of a team that is committed to delivering best in class service to our customers.</p><br>
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In This Role</b></h2>
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In this role, you will serve as a Procurement Category Manager responsible for sourcing, contracting, and executing purchases of hardware, software, services, and lab equipment that support critical business and engineering operations. You will partner closely with engineering, finance, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure purchase orders, contracts, and statements of work are accurate, compliant, cost-effective, and delivered on time. This role requires strong procurement execution, contract review expertise, financial analysis, and the ability to manage escalations across multiple geographies, particularly during high-volume fiscal and end-of-year periods.</p>
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Responsibilities</b></h2>
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<li><p>Manage end-to-end procurement activities for hardware, software, lab equipment, and services</p>
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<li><p>Review, submit, approve, and provide feedback on purchase orders (POs) and Statements of Work (SOWs)</p>
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<li><p>Ensure all procurement documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with internal policies and applicable regulations</p>
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<li><p>Execute and unblock PO workflows across multiple countries, including escalation management and issue resolution</p>
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<li><p>Review requisitions, solicit and evaluate bid proposals, and support supplier selection decisions based on cost, quality, availability, service, and performance</p>
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<li><p>Evaluate supplier and contract performance, including monitoring SLAs and recommending corrective actions or contract changes</p>
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<li><p>Lead and support supplier negotiations, including pricing, discounts, renewals, and contract terms</p>
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<li><p>Partner with engineering, finance, and business stakeholders to align procurement execution with budget and operational needs</p>
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<li><p>Provide guidance to staff on procurement processes, negotiation strategies, and contract administration</p>
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<li><p>Resolve issues related to undelivered, defective, or unacceptable goods and services</p>
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<li><p>Support fiscal year and end-of-year planning activities for hardware and services spend</p>
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<li><p>Analyze procurement, financial, and contract data; prepare reports and insights using tools such as Excel and Power BI</p>
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<li><p>Communicate procurement status, process changes, and execution guidance to stakeholders and leadership</p>
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<li><p>Establish or improve procurement processes to support business continuity and operational efficiency</p>
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<li><p>Provide white-glove procurement support for high-priority or time-sensitive initiatives</p>
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<li><p>Coordinate vendor compliance with internal requirements and minimize disruption from new corporate tools or processes</p>
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<li><p>Support onsite meetings and training sessions as needed</p>
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<li><p>Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or a related field</p>
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<li><p>8&ndash;10 years of finance, procurement, or sourcing experience</p>
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<li><p>Minimum 3 years of experience using enterprise procurement tools and processes</p>
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<li><p>Minimum 3 years of experience reviewing, drafting, or managing contracts and SOWs</p>
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<li><p>Minimum 5 years of experience in data analysis, reporting, and financial modeling</p>
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<li><p>Strong understanding of procurement policies, purchasing regulations, and contract compliance</p>
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<li><p>Proven ability to manage complex procurement execution across multiple regions or countries</p>
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<li><p>Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills</p>
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<li><p>Excellent verbal and written communication skills with high attention to detail</p>
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<li><p>Proficiency with business productivity and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Word)</p>
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<li><p>Experience supporting engineering, hardware, or technology-driven environments</p>
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<li><p>Demonstrated experience managing high-volume procurement during fiscal year-end cycles</p>
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<li><p>Advanced financial analysis and reporting capabilities</p>
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<li><p>Experience evaluating and optimizing supplier portfolios</p>
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<li><p>Ability to influence without authority and manage escalations effectively</p>
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<li><p>Familiarity with enterprise-scale procurement systems and approval workflows</p>
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Pay ranges vary based on multiple factors including, without limitation, skill sets, education, responsibilities, experience, and geographical market. The pay range for this position reflects geographic based ranges for Washington state: $70,000 to $75,000 USD/annually. The salary/wage and job title for this opening will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience and may be outside this range.</p>
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Equal Opportunity Employer</b></p>
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Blueprint Technologies, LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, orientation, veteran/military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital, or familial status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other status protected by law.</p>
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If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please reach out to: recruiting@bpcs.com</p>
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Blueprint believe in the importance of a healthy and happy team, which is why our comprehensive benefits package includes:</p>
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<li>Medical, dental, and vision coverage</li>
<li>Flexible Spending Account</li>
<li>401k program</li>
<li>Competitive PTO offerings</li>
<li>Parental Leave</li>
<li>Opportunities for professional growth and development</li>
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<p><b>Location: </b>Remote - USA</p></div>

Finance and Procurement Category Manager

Amazon.com

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Amazon Web Services (AWS) Infrastructure Services (AIS) owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we are the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain &mdash; and we&rsquo;re looking for talented people who want to help.<br>
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You will join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain and procurement specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You will collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for availability, safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers.<br>
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AWS provides a highly reliable, scalable, and low-cost cloud platform that powers thousands of businesses in over 190 countries. AWS Infrastructure Service (AIS) organization works to deliver cutting-edge solutions to source, build and maintain our socially responsible data center supply chains. We are a team of highly-motivated, engaged, and responsive professionals who enable the core sustainable infrastructure of AWS. Come join our team and be a part of history as we deliver results for the largest cloud services company on Earth!<br>
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The AIS Power &amp; Cooling team is looking for a results-oriented individual to own New Production Introduction (NPI) and sourcing management for Data Center Power &amp; Cooling Equipment. Our NPI Sourcing Managers are experts in their industries who deliver the sourcing and supply chain strategies that helps drive the explosive growth of AWS.<br>
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As a member of the Power and Cooling Supply Chain and Procurement Team, you will manage the global New Product Introduction Program Management for one or more of the categories that reside within the Power and Cooling Equipment space supporting AWS Data Center build projects. This role has an important role in ensuring that their respective equipment and suppliers meet the technical and commercial specifications necessary for AWS to satisfy its supplier quality, capacity delivery, and engineering customers' needs.<br>
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This position is located in Austin TX, Seattle WA, or Herndon VA.
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Key job responsibilities<br>
Work cross-functionally with Design Engineering, Quality Engineering, Finance, Sourcing/Supply-chain, Legal, Technical Program Management teams to qualify new products or new designs of existing equipment<br>
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Drive product from NPI to global scale while mitigating potential supply risks and cost uplifts<br>
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Develop Scope of Work (SOW) for new initiatives and clearly define milestones<br>
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Develop, implement, and manage supply chain scaling strategies on a global scale<br>
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Drive the strategic aspects of large complex cross-functional projects<br>
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Drive innovation through the supply chain and influence industry practices<br>
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Develop analytical reports to deliver information to business partners and stakeholders that support improved decision making<br>
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Be a subject matter expert for the customers, technologies, and markets in which you engage<br>
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Manage cross-functional projects against plans and objectives to meet commitments and goals<br>
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Identify and drive realization of opportunities for sustainable, scalable, relative advantage in your category<br>
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Requires travel up to 15% of the year
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About the team<br>
Why AWS<br>
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world&rsquo;s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating &mdash; that&rsquo;s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.<br>
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Diverse Experiences<br>
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn&rsquo;t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don&rsquo;t let it stop you from applying.<br>
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Work/Life Balance<br>
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there&rsquo;s nothing we can&rsquo;t achieve in the cloud.<br>
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Inclusive Team Culture<br>
Here at AWS, it&rsquo;s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.<br>
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Mentorship and Career Growth<br>
We&rsquo;re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth&rsquo;s Best Employer. That&rsquo;s why you&rsquo;ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>2+ years of program, project or product management, or leading product implementation experience</li><li>6+ years of related industry experience</li><li>8+ years of data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent experience</li><li>8+ years of high volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments experience</li><li>Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field</li><li>Experience in data analysis using tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Tableau, or equivalent</li><li>Experience in high-volume manufacturing operations or sourcing environments</li><li>Experience with Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma methodologies</li><li>Experience in global supply chain management, managing cross-functional teams in a fast-paced consumer electronics product company</li><li>Experience in program, project or product management, or leading product implementation</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field</li><li>Experience in data centers, infrastructure service providers, or related technology companies</li><li>Experience in negotiations with global suppliers with a proven track record in cost reduction</li><li>Experience in procurement practices working with engineering, supply chain and Tier 1 OEM partners</li><li>Experience practicing best-in-class procurement processes (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, or equivalent)</li></ul><br>
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br>
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Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.<br>
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $133,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $220,200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.</div>

Sr. NPI Sourcing Manager, AWS Power & Cooling Procurement

Starbucks

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 Step into a role where strategic sourcing meets innovation. As a sourcing manager sr at Starbucks, you&rsquo;ll lead multi-year category strategies that shape supplier partnerships and deliver long-term value. This position demands a balance of strategic vision, operational excellence, and collaborative leadership to drive sourcing strategies that protect supply, reduce risk, and enable growth. Your expertise will influence decisions at the highest levels, ensuring Starbucks remains agile and resilient in a rapidly evolving marketplace.
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   Incorporate corporate social responsibility into strategies, including supplier diversity, ethical sourcing, and sustainability.
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   Manage a portfolio of projects and deadlines, providing oversight and guidance to ensure successful execution.
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senior sourcing manager, Global Supply Chain

King County, WA

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2></div><br>
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<p>King County&rsquo;s Finance and Business Operations Division, Procurement &amp; Payables Section, is seeking a Lead Contract Specialist for the Architecture &amp; Engineering (A&amp;E) Procurement Team! This position is responsible for leading, overseeing, and reviewing the work of the team, as well as providing expertise as a technical procurement specialist for major capital improvement projects involving architecture, engineering, and professional services. This position is also responsible for managing and mitigating the risks inherent in contracting to protect the County from litigation, criticism, or unanticipated costs.</p><p>
We are looking for a self-motivated, enthusiastic, forward thinking, agile, and customer service driven employee to join our high performing team. If you are a natural leader who leads by example, is detail oriented, can work both collaboratively and independently, enjoys finding solutions to procurement challenges, and does all this with a positive attitude, this job is for you!</p><p>
The ideal candidate has a sense of humor, gets along well with others, can lead team discussions, performs their work proactively, makes sound decisions, takes actions to resolve issues, knows when to escalate an issue, is organized and able to stay on schedule, values personal responsibility, and is able to hold the team accountable.</p><p>
Candidates with backgrounds that demonstrate contract administration, contract compliance, or complex project delivery are encouraged to apply.</p><b>
Scope of Job Duties:</b><br>
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Lead procurement staff for architecture, engineering, and professional services which include:<ul><li>
Assigning and overseeing workload</li><li>
Resolving contract and procurement issues</li><li>
Identifying and removing roadblocks for the team</li><li>
Acting as point of contact for agency collaboration on contracting needs</li><li>
Providing training for staff and customers</li><li>
Leading process improvement projects</li><li>
Coaching, mentoring, and leading staff to high levels of professional development and productivity</li><li>
Research, prepare, and issue solicitation and contract documents in accordance with County policies and procedures.</li><li>
Determine applicability of federal and state requirements including but not limited to Federal Transportation Administration, Federal Highway Administration, and State Revolving Funds.</li><li>
Suggest alternative contracting methods such as general contractor construction manager, design-build, and job order contracting in compliance with state laws.</li><li>
Develop, review, and edit boilerplate documents such as RFPs, contracts, templates, guidelines, exhibits, forms, and manuals; and research cited references to RCW, WAC, or CFR to ensure references are current.</li><li>
Provide strategic advice, innovative solutions, technical expertise, and direction to ensure compliance with applicable policies, rules, and regulations.</li><li>
Support procurement&rsquo;s position with knowledge of best practices, policies, executive orders, King County code, statutes, regulations, ordinances, and contract terms and conditions.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><br>
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Minimum Qualifications:</b><ul><li>
Experience planning, advertising, evaluating, and negotiating procurements and/or executing contracts for architecture and engineering services</li><li>
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and investigative research skills.</li><li>
Experience improving operations, decreasing cycle time, streamlining work processes, and providing quality customer service.</li><li>
Experience managing different opinions, facilitating discussion, resolving conflicts, and finding resolutions.</li><li>
Strong communication, interpersonal, writing and customer service skills</li><li>
Intermediate level of technology proficiency using MS Office Productivity tools in your daily work</li><li>
Ability to manage your time and adapt to changing priorities, work on multiple priorities and projects simultaneously, meet quick deadlines, and produce timely and quality work products.</li><li>
Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.</li></ul><br>
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We would love it if you have:</b><ul><li>
Associate DBIA or DBIA certification from the Design Build Institute of America;</li><li>
Knowledge of industry principles and practices for construction and/or alternative public works procurements and/or contracts;</li><li>
Experience with LEAN processes and principles;</li><li>
Experience with SharePoint, MS Teams, and other collaborative online tools.</li></ul><br>
The Procurement &amp; Payables Section is part of the larger Finance and Business Operations Division portfolio of countywide services. FBOD&rsquo;s vision <b>&ldquo;Count on Us&rdquo;</b> reflects the division&rsquo;s deep-seated commitment to customer success, equity, employee engagement, resource stewardship, and operational excellence. If these values align with your own, please apply and join FBOD for a rewarding career!<p><b>
Position Information:</b></p><ul><li><b>
Work Site Details:</b> The team works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is King Street Center, 201 S. Jackson, Seattle, Washington 98104<i>. </i>Please reach out for additional details at the contact below.</li><li><b>
Location Requirement: </b>Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.</li><li><b>
Work Schedule: </b>This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and therefore is NOT overtime eligible. Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule, every other Thursday, comprising a 40-hour workweek; normally 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.</li><li><b>
Union Representation: </b>This position is Teamsters 117 represented.</li></ul><br>
King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work in our department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a county-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work. Employees will need to be available and responsive during scheduled work hours and follow FBOD&rsquo;s hybrid/remote guidelines that include on-camera participation during virtual video meetings.<br>
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<b>The Application/Selection Process: </b>The recruitment for this position is open to all qualified candidates. A completed King County Application is required. Applicants from this recruitment may be used to fill future opportunities in this job classification including Term-Limited Temporary, Special Duty Assignment, Short-Term-Temporary and Career Service vacancies. <b>We highly recommend that you provide a resume. </b>A cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum qualifications and why you are interested in this position is encouraged as well.<p>
The selection process consists of different phases: screening interview, virtual interview, and if successful, pre-hire reference checking. For some positions, additional phases may also include skill testing, writing samples or additional interviews. Candidates will be updated on the status of their application via the email address used to apply.</p><p><i>
Each phase is set for a specific day. Different times will be available for those days only. Please reach out to the contact below to confirm dates. Rescheduling interviews may not be possible and may remove you from consideration if unavailable.</i></p><i>
 </i><b>Note: Online applications are preferred. However, if you cannot apply online, go to www.kingcounty.gov/jobs for other options.</b><p>
If you have any questions or concerns while applying, please contact:<b> Michael Castro, Recruiter </b>Email: mcastro@kingcounty.gov</p></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Supplemental Information</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.</b></p><b>
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? </b><b>Come join the team</b><b> dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.</b><br>
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Guided by our &quot;True North&quot; values, 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.<p></p><p><b><br>
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer</b></p><p>
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.</p><p><b>
To Apply</b></p><p>
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.</p></div></div></div><p></p>

Architecture & Engineering Lead (Contract Specialist III)

Site Development Business Operations Procurement Manager

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2></div><br>
<p></p><div><br>
<div><b>The Department of Community and Human Services values diverse perspectives and life experiences. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with lived experiences.</b></div><p><br>
<br>
 King County's Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) provides equitable opportunities for people to be healthy, happy, and connected to community.</p><p><br>
The Adult Services Division (ASD) of DCHS works in partnership with communities to develop, support, and provide human services programs focused on achieving results in housing stability, financial stability, healthy living, and social engagement for veterans, service members, and their families; older adults and their caregivers; and other resilient communities. The division's work also includes efforts to strengthen connections within and improve access to the human services system.<br>
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 ASD manages and provides equity-focused stewardship of revenue from the Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy (VSHSL), the RCW 73.08 veterans relief fund, and King County general fund-funded human services programs. ASD also supports the King County VSHSL Advisory Board, the King County Veterans Advisory Board, and the King County Women's Advisory Board. King County is an active partner in King County's Area Agency on Aging.</p><div></div><div><b><br>
POSITION DESCRIPTION</b><br>
The Procurement Specialist (PPM II) supports the Division&rsquo;s procurement and competitive solicitation processes, ensuring that all stages of the procurement lifecycle are executed efficiently, equitably, and in compliance with County policy.</div><div>
Reporting to the Procurement Team Lead, this position plays a key role in preparing solicitation materials, managing procurement timelines, tracking milestones, coordinating review panels, and maintaining documentation for up to ten (10) RFPs, RFQs, or ROIs annually. The Procurement Specialist also assists with provider communications, bidder Q&amp;A, and coordination with internal stakeholders.</div><div>
This role supports ASD&rsquo;s broader goal of creating accessible and transparent funding opportunities for new and existing community-based providers.</div><p></p><div><b><br>
WHO MAY APPLY: </b>This position is open to all qualified candidates who meet the minimum qualifications. Interviews for this selection process will take place on or around 1/19/2026.</div><div></div><p><b><br>
APPLICATION PROCESS</b><br>
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.<br>
The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:</p><ul><li><b>
NeoGov Job Application </b><i>(The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete, and will be used in the screening process)</i></li><li><b>
Supplemental Questions </b><i>(The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complet,e and will be used in the screening process)</i></li></ul><p>
Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state &quot;see my resume&quot; or &quot;see my personnel file&quot; are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.</p><div></div><p><b><br>
WORK SCHEDULE/CONDITIONS: </b>This position is scheduled to work 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm. This position meets the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible with supervisory pre-approval. This position is represented by Protec17.</p><div></div><div><b><br>
MISSION CRITICAL POSITION STATUS: </b>This position has been designated Non-Mission Critical. Unless otherwise directed by the County Executive, department director, or agency head, all employees, regardless of designation, are expected to report to work or request leave during an emergency or inclement weather. For more detailed information, please visit HR Policy County Operations During Emergency Situations and the King County Guidelines for Workforce Management in an Emergency.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
TELEWORKING REQUIREMENT: </b>DCHS works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is the Chinook Building at 401 Fifth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104.</div><div></div><div><br>
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.</div><div></div><div><br>
King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
RECRUITER: </b>Greg Mallory, grmallory@kingcounty.gov</div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Duties</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>Procurement Lifecycle Support (40%)</b></div><div>
Candidate will assist in the design, preparation, and coordination of procurement activities from planning through award. Candidate will develop and maintain templates, coordinate document reviews, and ensure solicitation packages (RFPs, RFQs, ROIs) are complete, accurate, and compliant with County requirements. Candidate will manage timelines, track milestones, and monitor deliverables to ensure solicitations are executed according to schedule.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Evaluation Coordination and Documentation (25%)</b></div><div>
Candidate will coordinate the evaluation and award processes, including scheduling review panels, distributing materials, collecting scores, and preparing award documentation. Candidate will ensure that all evaluation steps are documented accurately and stored in accordance with County records policies. Candidate will support transparency and consistency in evaluation practices and assist in the preparation of post-award summaries.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Provider Communication and Access Support (20%)</b></div><div>
Candidate will serve as a key point of contact for provider inquiries during open solicitation periods, managing Q&amp;A logs, bidder communications, and outreach</div><div>
coordination. Candidate will ensure provider questions receive timely, clear, and accurate responses. Candidate will assist in scheduling and supporting pre-bid conferences, information sessions, and bidder debriefings, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity in all engagement activities.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Process Improvement and Reporting (10%)</b></div><div>
Candidate will contribute to after-action reviews and identify opportunities to streamline procurement workflows, templates, and tools. Candidate will maintain procurement dashboards or trackers, assist with internal reporting, and support continuous improvement efforts that enhance efficiency and equity in the procurement process.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Cross-Team Collaboration (5%)</b></div><div>
Candidate will collaborate with the Fiscal Stewardship Lead and Provider Supports Lead to align pre-vendor assessment and provider readiness efforts with procurement activities. Candidate will ensure information flows smoothly between teams to support provider success from solicitation through contract execution.</div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><div><b>Education</b>: Bachelor's degree in public administration, business, social/behavioral sciences, government, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Professional Experience</b>: Two (2) years of experience in procurement, contracting, grant management, program administration, or related work, including at least one (1) year supporting solicitation or procurement processes.</div><div><b>
Note: </b>A Master&rsquo;s degree may substitute for one year of required experience.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Desired Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills</b>:</div><div>
The following items should be considered as desired education:</div><div><ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field</li><li>
Certification or coursework in procurement, contract management, or project management (e.g., NCMA, NIGP, PMP)</li></ul></div><div></div><div><br>
The following items should be considered as desired professional experience:</div><div><ul><li>
Experience coordinating competitive solicitations or supporting government grantmaking programs</li><li>
Experience managing procurement schedules and document repositories</li><li>
Experience coordinating equity-focused or community-accessible funding processes</li><li>
Familiarity with human services funding and nonprofit contracting</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to write, edit, and format solicitation or technical documents</li></ul></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Supplemental Information</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.</b></p><b>
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? </b><b>Come join the team</b><b> dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.</b>Guided by our &quot;True North&quot;, 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.<p><b>
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer</b></p><p>
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.</p><p><b>
To Apply</b></p><p>
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.</p></div></div></div><p></p>

Procurement Specialist (PPM II)

MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions

<div><p>At <b>MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions (&ldquo;MacMiller&rdquo;)</b>, we make buildings work better. As the Northwest&rsquo;s leading mechanical contracting firm, we design, deliver, and service HVAC, plumbing, and automation system solutions for commercial buildings. With more than <b>1,500 employees across 15 offices</b>, there&rsquo;s a breadth and variety of work to keep you engaged and inspired.</p><p>
We have a well-respected history of exceeding our customers&rsquo; expectations and executing with distinction. Our clients trust their toughest projects to our integrated teams, including:</p><ul>
<li>
<b>New Construction</b> &ndash; Engineering, fabrication, and installation of mechanical systems for new projects, following lean construction practices.
</li><li><b>Special Projects</b> &ndash; Retrofits and mechanical repairs for existing buildings to create new efficiencies.
</li><li><b>Service</b> &ndash; Scheduled preventive maintenance ensuring tenant comfort and 24/7 emergency response.
</li><li><b>Building Performance</b> &ndash; Control systems, fault detection, energy services, and remote monitoring.
</li><li><b>Performance Contracting</b> &ndash; <i>Sustainable Solutions:</i> Acting as the Prime Contractor, we deliver design-build, energy-efficient solutions in the built environment for both private and public sector clients.
</li></ul><p>People love to work at <b>MacDonald-Miller</b> because we all share the same <b>Core Culture Values:</b></p><p><b>
Collaboration</b> &ndash; Diverse players, one team, a common vision. Collaboration is our foundation and critical to the success of the company. Every team member is valued and brings unique strengths that help us achieve our shared vision.</p><p><b>
Dedication</b> &ndash; We are dedicated to personal and professional excellence. We execute with distinction by doing the right thing and following through on our commitments.</p><p><b>
Safety</b> &ndash; Everyone deserves a safe workplace. Safety is more than hard hats and boots; it&rsquo;s an attitude and an environment we create. Every day, everyone goes home to their families.</p><p><b>
Community</b> &ndash; We are proud to be part of MacDonald-Miller. We actively seek to build relationships and know each other as individuals. Together, we create an environment that is welcoming, caring, and trusting.</p><p><b>
Innovation</b> &ndash; We are committed to continuous, creative problem-solving. Innovation is how we stay an industry leader. We always strive to challenge and better ourselves.</p><p><b>
Fun!</b> &ndash; Taking the work seriously but never taking ourselves too seriously. It&rsquo;s possible to be both serious professionals and good-natured people you enjoy working with &mdash; we strive to be both.</p><p><b>
Requirements</b></p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Service Buyer - </b><b><i>This is where you come in.</i></b><b>
</b></h3><p>
We&rsquo;re seeking a<b> Service Buyer </b>who brings a strong service mindset and hands on knowledge of HVAC and Plumbing mechanical parts to support our service operations. In this role, you will be the critical link between field service teams and suppliers, ensuring the right parts and equipment are sourced, purchased, and delivered accurately and on time.</p><p>
You will manage purchasing activities from quote to delivery, balancing cost effectiveness with speed and reliability. By building strong relationships with suppliers and collaborating closely with service technicians, you will help keep work moving smoothly in the field and support exceptional customer outcomes.</p><p>
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem solving, and takes pride in providing dependable operational support. In return, you will gain ownership of key procurement processes, opportunities to improve efficiency, and visibility across service and procurement teams.</p><p></p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Top Deliverables in the First Year to Be a Hero</b></h3><ul>
<li><b>Plan and Process Purchase Orders </b>- Ensure all required parts and equipment are ordered accurately and delivered in a timely and cost-effective manner.</li>
<li><b>Source Competitive Quotes</b> - Solicit and evaluate supplier quotations to identify best value solutions, including for unique or non-standard products.</li>
<li><b>Support Field Service Operations </b>- Provide daily procurement support to service technicians by coordinating timely delivery of parts and equipment.</li>
<li><b>Strengthen Supplier Communication</b> - Clearly communicate purchase order requirements to suppliers to ensure proper fulfillment and minimize delays.</li>
<li><b>Maintain Accurate Procurement Records</b> - Keep detailed and compliant purchasing records in accordance with company policies and procedures.</li>
<li><b>Build Procurement Knowledge</b> - Develop a working understanding of procurement processes across departments to provide proactive support.</li>
<li><b>Drive Continuous Improvement</b> - Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, responsiveness, and service delivery within procurement operations.</li>
</ul><p>
The <b>Service Buyer </b>collaborates closely with service teams, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to support operational success. This role offers strong visibility across the organization and plays a key part in keeping service work moving efficiently.</p><p></p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Your Background. What Kind of Person Will Thrive in This Role?</b></h3><div><b>
You should have:</b><br>
<ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent</li></ul></div><ul><li>Associate degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field, or at least two years of relevant procurement or purchasing experience</li><li>Experience with procurement processes, purchase order systems, and vendor communications</li><li>Service background with working knowledge of HVAC and Plumbing mechanical parts and equipment</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Experience with procurement software is a plus</li></ul><div><b>
Everyone you work with should describe you as:</b><br>
<ul><li>Highly detail oriented and accurate</li></ul></div><ul><li>Organized and able to manage multiple priorities</li><li>A strong communicator, both written and verbal</li><li>Customer service focused with the ability to build positive relationships</li><li>A practical problem solver with strong critical thinking skills</li></ul><div><b>
You should be motivated by:</b><br>
<ul><li>Supporting field teams and helping them succeed</li></ul></div><ul><li>Working in a collaborative, service driven environment</li><li>Taking ownership of your work and improving how things get done</li><li>Being part of a team that values responsiveness, reliability, and continuous improvement</li></ul><p><b>
Benefits</b></p><p><b>
Compensation:</b><br>
$70,000 to $90,000 annually</p><p><b>
Benefits:</b><br>
MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions proudly provides comprehensive employee coverage, including:</p><ul>
<li>
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees (coverage available for dependents with shared premium).
</li><li>401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
</li><li>Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays).
</li><li>Disability income protection, including short-term and long-term disability.
</li><li>Employee and dependent life insurance.
</li><li>Wellness Program.
</li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Where You&rsquo;ll Work</b><br>
Our <b>Seattle Headquarters</b>, located at <b>17930 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA 98188</b>, offers easy access to the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, ample secured parking, and newly renovated office facilities &mdash; not to mention great views!</p><p>
Neighborhood amenities include an onsite deli, nearby restaurants, and convenient freeway and airport access. It&rsquo;s a modern, collaborative workspace designed to help you thrive.
</p><p><i>MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.</i></p></div>

Service Buyer

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