Supply Chain Standards Specialist

Grant PUD • Ephrata, WA

4d • $72,738 - $112,029 • Hybrid

About The Position

Under limited supervision, this position ensures the integrity of material standards and inventory data across the Supply Chain. The Standards Specialist is responsible for maintaining ERP item master data, supporting compliance with Green and Build America Buy America Act (BABAA) requirements, and coordinating inventory standardization efforts. This role works closely with warehouse, procurement, project managers, engineering (for both Power Production and Power Delivery), fiber, and line crews to implement consistent practices, support audit readiness, and drive continuous improvement in material tracking and documentation. The Standards Specialist also plays a key role in maintaining accurate ERP data and proactively identifying opportunities for process improvement.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, engineering, accounting or related field, or 2 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Three (3) or more years of progressive responsibilities in inventory management, supply chain/logistics, public procurement, data analytics, or other related areas.
• Knowledge of supply chain, inventory management, and procurement principles, including item master maintenance and material standardization practices.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., MSGP, D365) and related data management processes for material tracking, documentation, and reporting.
• Understanding of federal and state compliance standards relevant to supply chain operations, including Green purchasing, supplier documentation, and Build America, Buy America (BABAA) requirements.
• Ability to interpret and apply technical data sheets, material specifications, and compliance documentation to ensure accurate inventory records and standard alignment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify process gaps, assess data quality, and recommend improvement strategies.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to influence decisions, collaborate across departments, and coordinate with external suppliers or auditors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other business applications used for reporting, documentation, and analysis.
• Ability to organize work, manage multiple priorities, and maintain accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in supply chain, engineering, or inventory management.
• Experience working in an electric utility or publicly owned setting.
• Working knowledge of utility operations, including materials used in construction, maintenance, and engineering projects, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage ERP item master data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with district standards and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure material and inventory data integrity by supporting data cleanup, standardization, and quality control across all warehouses and supply chain initiatives.
• Maintain accurate ERP records for Green and BABAA compliant materials by identifying, tagging, and tracking items, and proactively coordinating with vendors to secure required compliance documentation.
• Collaborate with supply chain, warehouse, engineering, and IT teams to support system and process improvements.
• Develop and maintain job aids, SOPs, and supply chain policies to support consistent practices across the organization.
• Participate in annual policy reviews to ensure alignment with current Grant PUD standards and regulatory requirements.
• Review and interpret material specifications and technical data sheets to determine alignment with approved standards and assess suitability for inventory retention.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and provide technical guidance to Supply Chain personnel and internal stakeholders on best practices, compliance standards, and District operations. This includes support for externally funded acquisitions and strategic initiatives.
• Communicate goals, priorities, and performance updates effectively to Supply Chain leadership.
• Ensure consistent inventory data practices across all warehouses.
• Assist in audit preparation and ensure compliance with internal controls.
• Maintain awareness of new trends, developments, laws, regulations, and best practices related to supply chain functions, related technology, and program activities.
• Understands and adheres to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws, regulations, security guidelines, Grant PUD policies & procedures.
• Support inventory optimization by identifying and coordinating removal of obsolete or inactive materials.
• Pull and prepare data to inform adjustments to min/max levels.
• Support data cleanup and readiness for supply chain related initiatives.
• Ensure consistent inventory data practices across all warehouses.
• Researches, develops and implements initiative specific warehouse and/or logistics training to staff to increase awareness and knowledge of warehouse policies and procedures, and to support compliance with all federal and state regulations and Grant PUD policies and procedures.
• Applies change management concepts and approaches for successful initiative implementation.
• Participates in the research and review process for responses to warehouse-related state and federal audits and other high visibility requests.
• Participate in supply chain related external organizations (NWPPA, LPPC, etc.) to align internal warehouse processes with current industry standards.
• Identify compliance outcomes, develop process and programs to escalate and assist with mitigating risks, and communicate status to leadership.
• In this position, if needed to operate a GPUD vehicle for business purposes, please refer to the Vehicle/Asset Usage Policy, IS-TA-POL-001.
• Demonstrated commitment to Grant PUD’s mission, vision, values, strategic plan, and Grant PUD/IBEW Local 77 Code of Excellence.  The incumbent should be familiar with these organizational priorities and behave in a way that aligns with these expectations.  Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws, regulations, security guidelines, Grant PUD policies & procedures.  Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program, including but not limited to: Following all safety policies and procedures; Alerting supervisors and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working conditions; Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your supervisor; and Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety performance.

Benefits

• This link below will provide you with Grant PUD’s benefit that may be available if hired, different employee types are eligible for different benefits.
• Grant PUD — Unified Insurance Program (uip-wa.org)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level