What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Material Controller position at City of Seattle?
Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.
Seattle City Light is seeking to hire a skilled Sr. Material Controller to perform functions as related to the procurement, classification, and management of material in order to support Power Production inventory and asset management. The position can be based out of Seattle, Skagit Hydroelectric Project or Boundary depending on candidate preference. This position will report to the Work Management Manager.
•Reviews and approves Power Production material requests.
•Creates new stock codes (following SCL guidelines).
•Manages stock replenishment for Power Production facilities.
•Analyzes purchasing requirements for non-routine, complex, and non-stocked commodities, and ensures that required materials are available when needed.
•Analyzes inventory and usage of non-routine, complex, and stocked materials to determine minimum stock required and coordinates reorders of such materials to ensure availability of materials as needed.
•Prepares requisitions based upon specifications and requirements.
•Monitors supplier performance, resolves supply problems, and documents problems in delivery and quality with respect to vendors and suppliers.
•Reviews stock material for obsolescence or refurbishment and updates warehouse records.
•For orders under a specific dollar amount or purchased through an annual contract, places orders directly with suppliers for both stocked and non-stocked material.
•Resolves order discrepancies and other problems related to materials received.
•Acts as liaison between the department, the Purchasing Department and suppliers to facilitate the requisition of materials.
•Performs other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned.
Required Qualifications: (refer to class spec)
In addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has:
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a minimum of three years of experience in material control and administrative warehousing, including the maintenance of stock levels or governmental purchasing (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Work is performed in a normal City work/office environment.
Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:
- Experience with the WAMS application.
- Experience working at Boundary or Skagit.
- Experience with purchasing with AP Portals
- High attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently.
- Proficiency with written communication
- Experience with reviewing and processing documentation with high accuracy
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The full salary range for this position is $39.18 - $45.56 per hour.
Application Process
Please submit the following with your online application:
- A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement
- A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA , people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.
Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020.Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans.
Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers.
Salary : $39 - $46
