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Fortive

Procurement Specialist

Everett, WA · Remote

Remote in US The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for developing and executing tactical ... Maintain purchase orders and resolve invoice price discrepancies for direct material. Place POs as ...

System One

Contract Administrator

Bellevue, WA · Remote

Remote Responsibilities * Support increasingly complex procurement and subcontract management ... Issue purchase orders and monitor order progress to ensure on-time delivery. * Manage post-award ...

System One

Contract Administrator

Bellevue, WA · Remote

Remote Responsibilities * Support increasingly complex procurement and subcontract management ... Issue purchase orders and monitor order progress to ensure on-time delivery. * Manage post-award ...

System One

Contract Administrator

Bellevue, WA · Remote

Remote Responsibilities * Support increasingly complex procurement and subcontract management ... Issue purchase orders and monitor order progress to ensure on-time delivery. * Manage post-award ...

Addison Group

Project Accountant

Kent, WA · Remote

$80K - $85K/yr

Maintain project contracts, purchase orders, subcontract agreements, and change order documentation ... After 90 days: Hybrid schedule (3 days in-office, 2 days remote). Equal Opportunity Employer ...

Centene

Remote Medical Director, Appeals

Auburn, WA · On-site +1

$236K - $449K/yr

Interfaces with physicians and other providers in order to facilitate implementation of ... and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible ...

Continuant Careers

AV Project Manager III

WA · On-site +1

$7.0K - $10K/mo

Manage assigned project budgets, labor plans, change orders, profitability, invoicing readiness ... Partner with AV engineering, purchasing, warehouse, field services, sales, account executives ...

Zones LLC.

Director, eCommerce

Auburn, WA · Remote

$185K - $215K/yr

While this role is primarily remote the ability to work in either our Carol Stream IL, Richardson ... order status visibility, standard catalogs, custom catalogs, and recurring purchasing processes.

Zones

Director, eCommerce

Auburn, WA · Remote

While this role is primarily remote the ability to work in either our Carol Stream IL, Richardson ... order status visibility, standard catalogs, custom catalogs, and recurring purchasing processes.

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How much do remote purchase order jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote purchase order in Seattle, WA is $61,491.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,900.00 and $68,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote purchase order specialist?

A Remote Purchase Order Specialist is a professional who manages the creation, processing, and tracking of purchase orders for a company while working remotely. Their responsibilities include ensuring orders are accurate, liaising with vendors, maintaining records, and helping to resolve any issues related to procurement. They use digital tools to handle documentation and communication, making it possible to perform their job from any location. This role is critical in supporting a company's supply chain and purchasing operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote purchase order specialist?

To thrive as a Remote Purchase Order Specialist, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience in procurement or supply chain processes, often supported by a relevant degree or work history. Familiarity with procurement software such as SAP, Oracle, or Coupa, and knowledge of electronic purchase order systems are typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and time management abilities help you coordinate with vendors and internal teams effectively. These skills ensure accurate order processing, timely deliveries, and maintain efficient purchasing operations in a remote work environment.

What are some common challenges faced in a remote purchase order specialist role, and how can they be effectively managed?

One common challenge in a remote purchase order specialist role is maintaining clear communication with suppliers and internal teams, as you may not have the benefit of face-to-face interactions. To overcome this, it's essential to use collaborative tools and set clear expectations for response times. Additionally, staying organized and diligent with digital documentation helps prevent errors and ensures timely processing of orders. Building strong professional relationships remotely and regularly checking in with stakeholders can also contribute to smoother workflows.

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Program Operations Specialist, Department of Lab Medicine & Pathology Purchasing

University of Washington

Seattle, WA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Job Description
Who we're looking for:
The UW Medicine - Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology (DLMP) in Seattle, WA has a fantastic opportunity for a Program Operations Specialist with the Purchasing Team at the downtown Seattle Financial Building.
The Program Operations Specialist is responsible for the daily review and approval of purchasing transactions including requisitions, reimbursements, ProCard transactions, Supplier Invoice Requests, and other purchasing activities supporting the Department. The position is also responsible for coordinating purchasing workflows, intake processes, purchasing systems administration, operational documentation, and projects associated with maintaining and improving departmental purchasing operations.
This position supports Purchasing leadership by assisting with process improvement initiatives, developing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), administering departmental purchasing platforms, coordinating equipment, contract, and other purchasing request intake, supporting staff and end-user training, and monitoring purchasing workflow activities. The Program Operations Specialist reports directly to the Assistant Director of Purchasing and serves as a departmental liaison by identifying operational issues, analyzing workflow trends, coordinating cross-functional purchasing activities, and supporting continuous improvement efforts. All actions are performed in collaboration with Purchasing leadership to ensure departmental processes are executed accurately, consistently, and in accordance with University and departmental policies.
Work schedule:
  • 100% FTE
  • Monday - Friday
  • Day shift
  • Three days remote per week

What you'll contribute:
Daily Process & Systems
  • Act as Cost Center Manager, reviewing and approving requisitions, reimbursements, ProCard transactions, Supplier Invoice Requests, and other Workday purchasing transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with UW and DLMP policies.
  • Review and Assign purchasing order requests to Buyers based on workload and departmental priorities.
  • Mange intake and review of purchasing-related requests, including equipment purchases, capital equipment, contracts, agreements, standing orders, Sole Source Justifications (SSJs), and other purchasing requests to ensure required documentation, approvals, and supporting information are complete prior to processing.
  • Monitor and manage purchasing workflow activity, monitor order volumes and trends, and communicate operational concerns and workload recommendations to Purchasing leadership. And assist with identifying workload forecasts and operational planning needs.
  • Lead initial escalation for Buyers and Fiscal Specialists in resolving urgent purchasing requests, supplier issues, invoice discrepancies, damaged shipments, and other purchasing-related customer service concerns.
  • Serve as a departmental resource regarding Purchasing platforms, procurement systems, purchasing procedures, and University purchasing policies by assisting customers, suppliers, and departmental staff with purchasing processes and system-related questions.
  • Manage purchasing inbox workflow, customer communications, and request routing to ensure timely response and continuity of Purchasing operations along with Purchasing Manager.
  • Serve as liaison between laboratories, departmental users, Fiscal, Procurement Services, and Purchasing staff to facilitate purchasing workflows and resolve operational issues.

Systems Administration, SOPs & Training
  • Develop, maintain, and update Purchasing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), workflow documentation, operational reference materials, and training guides.
  • Administer departmental PurchasePath workflows, including users, approvers, organizational updates, worktags, cost centers, routing changes, and system maintenance.
  • Maintain MediaLab purchasing documentation and ensure procedures remain current.
  • Assist with onboarding new employees by coordinating purchasing system access, training, and operational readiness.
  • Train Purchasing staff and departmental end users on purchasing systems, departmental procedures, workflow changes, and purchasing best practices.
  • Lead ongoing process standardization, documentation improvements, and continuous process improvement initiatives.

Projects & Process Improvement
  • Lead the operational coordination of departmental purchasing projects, workflow improvements, and system enhancements under the direction of Purchasing leadership.
  • Coordinate and execute departmental purchasing initiatives while maintaining project documentation, implementation timelines, and workflow tracking.
  • Analyze and support Purchasing functions related to inventory management, purchasing readiness, and other departmental operational initiatives as assigned.
  • Identify, implement, and recommend process improvements to enhance operational efficiency, workflow effectiveness, and customer service.

Administrative & Cross Functional Support
  • Maintain purchasing records in accordance with University record retention requirements and applicable state regulations.
  • Support travel, reimbursement, invoice processing, Shared Environment, and related operational workflow activities.
  • Assist Purchasing and Fiscal teams during staffing shortages, high-volume periods, or operational needs.
  • Coordinate operational communication between Purchasing, laboratories, Finance, Procurement Services, suppliers, and other University departments.
  • Perform additional operational assignments supporting departmental continuity.

Reporting & Operational Analysis
  • Develop and maintain Workday reports, purchasing dashboards, and operational tracking tools.
  • Analyze purchasing workload, transaction trends, operational metrics, and workflow performance.
  • Identify opportunities for operational improvement through reporting and data analysis.
  • Prepare operational reports and summaries for Purchasing leadership.
  • Support data collection, reporting, and forecasting related to departmental operations and strategic initiatives.

What you'll need:
  • Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in Administrative or Procurement process OR Equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired may substitute for degree.
  • A track record of successfully managing multiple projects and delivering projects on schedule.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for a variety of audiences. Ability to lead meetings, give presentations; work with facts and be able to tell a story with numbers.
  • Demonstrated success in building and sustaining positive customer and other relationships
  • Commitment to working within an organizational framework of continuous process improvement.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Desired qualifications:
  • Experience with University of Washington financial and procurement systems.
  • Experience coordinating purchasing, procurement, finance, or operational workflows in a higher education, healthcare, research, or public sector environment.
  • Experience leading process improvement or operational efficiency initiatives.

What we offer:
  • Vacation time and sick time off that accrue monthly, including 12 paid holidays.
  • State Employee Tuition Exemption Program covering up to 6 credits of qualifying coursework per quarter at the University of Washington or other participating colleges or universities.
  • Fully subsidized public transit pass (U-PASS) that covers multiple forms of public transportation in the region.
  • Excellent healthcare, dental, disability, retirement, and other plan options.
  • Lots of free fantastic fitness, healthy eating, finance, and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.
  • And much more!

About the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology:
A regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for innovative patient care, research and educational programs, the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology at UW Medicine combines the sophisticated testing and informatics capabilities of fully accredited laboratories with the resources of an academic institution in its delivery of clinical and anatomic pathology services. Recognized for excellence in clinical training, world-class research initiatives, and a commitment to community service, we serve labs and medical facilities both nationally and internationally.
Please visit our website to learn more about our department.
About UW Medicine:
UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that include Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$61,368.00 annual
Pay Range Maximum:
$92,064.00 annual
Other Compensation:
Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular?
This is a regular position
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
100.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit:
Not Applicable
About the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives - on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Our Commitment
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

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