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Procurement visa sponsorship jobs in Washington are concentrated around Seattle's tech and aerospace sectors, with major employers like Boeing, Amazon, and Microsoft regularly sponsoring foreign nationals for supply chain and sourcing roles. The state's strong manufacturing base and global trade activity through the Port of Seattle create consistent demand for procurement professionals across King, Snohomish, and Pierce counties.
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DSHS FTAA Procurement & Supply Specialist 2
Western State Hospital is seeking a dedicated and organized Procurement And Supply Specialist 2 to support the hospital's dietary services operations. This in-office position plays a critical role in ensuring patients receive essential nutritional services by leading warehouse operations that support the procurement, storage, inventory management, and distribution of dietary food products and supplies.
As the lead worker within the dietary warehouse, you will coordinate the procurement and distribution of food and dietary supplies necessary to meet direct patient care needs. You will provide day-to-day leadership in warehouse activities, including ordering, receiving, stocking, inventory control, customer service, and safety practices. This position serves as a key resource in ensuring the dietary warehouse operates efficiently, safely, and effectively to support patient care throughout the hospital.
Additional Information:
Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.
Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs.
Some of what you’ll do:
- Lead daily dietary warehouse operations, ensuring food and supply orders are accurately received, stored, and distributed to support patient care needs.
- Procure dietary foods, supplies, and equipment using state purchasing systems, contracts, and approved vendors to maintain adequate inventory levels.
- Research products, evaluate vendor quotes, and identify cost-saving opportunities through state contracts, alternate vendors, and purchasing methods.
- Create and process purchase requests, track orders, verify shipments, and maintain accurate purchasing and receiving records.
- Coordinate with vendors to resolve delivery issues, arrange product returns or replacements, and ensure timely fulfillment of dietary supply needs.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, safety codes, policies, and procedures.
- Monitor inventory levels, food safety temperatures, stock rotation practices, and USDA food recall notices to protect product quality and safety.
- Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment while maintaining required equipment and safety records.
- Provide lead direction and support to warehouse staff and serve as the primary worksite contact for patients participating in the Resident Vocational Program.
- Collaborate with dietary program staff, internal customers, vendors, and cross-functional teams to improve processes and support effective patient dietary services.
What you'll need to be successful:
- Thrive in a fast-paced, active warehouse environment. This is not a stationary position and requires frequent movement throughout the dietary warehouse, including receiving, stocking, organizing, and distributing inventory.
- Follow warehouse, food safety, and workplace safety procedures while maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- Maintain accurate inventory, purchasing, receiving, and records management practices, including first in first out stock rotation.
- Demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to evaluate, organize, and maximize warehouse storage space while ensuring products are stored correctly and efficiently.
- Communicate effectively, demonstrate integrity and professionalism, and work collaboratively with staff, customers, and individuals from diverse backgrounds.
What we’re looking for:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, procurement, logistics, supply management or closely allied field.
Or
- An Associate of Arts Degree in Purchasing Management, Business Administration or closely allied field AND two years of full-time purchasing experience.
Or
- Two years of experience as a Procurement and Supply Specialist 1.
Note: Full-time experience as a purchasing professional will substitute on a year-for-year basis.
Questions? Reach out to vincent.hamilton@dshs.wa.gov and reference job posting 08856.
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs, or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
Relationship and Reporting Structure (Nepotism) Disclosure: If you are selected for hire, you must disclose whether you have a relative, household member, close friend, or romantic partner within your potential supervisory chain of command. DSHS has a Relationships and the Reporting Structure policy that prohibits nepotism and can be reviewed here. Applicants whose appointment would result in a prohibited reporting relationship are not eligible for appointment to that position.
E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave
- Leave Sharing
- Parental Leave
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 01-07-2026
Description
DSHS FTAA Procurement & Supply Specialist 2
Western State Hospital is seeking a dedicated and organized Procurement And Supply Specialist 2 to support the hospital's dietary services operations. This in-office position plays a critical role in ensuring patients receive essential nutritional services by leading warehouse operations that support the procurement, storage, inventory management, and distribution of dietary food products and supplies.
As the lead worker within the dietary warehouse, you will coordinate the procurement and distribution of food and dietary supplies necessary to meet direct patient care needs. You will provide day-to-day leadership in warehouse activities, including ordering, receiving, stocking, inventory control, customer service, and safety practices. This position serves as a key resource in ensuring the dietary warehouse operates efficiently, safely, and effectively to support patient care throughout the hospital.
Additional Information:
Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.
Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs.
Some of what you’ll do:
- Lead daily dietary warehouse operations, ensuring food and supply orders are accurately received, stored, and distributed to support patient care needs.
- Procure dietary foods, supplies, and equipment using state purchasing systems, contracts, and approved vendors to maintain adequate inventory levels.
- Research products, evaluate vendor quotes, and identify cost-saving opportunities through state contracts, alternate vendors, and purchasing methods.
- Create and process purchase requests, track orders, verify shipments, and maintain accurate purchasing and receiving records.
- Coordinate with vendors to resolve delivery issues, arrange product returns or replacements, and ensure timely fulfillment of dietary supply needs.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, safety codes, policies, and procedures.
- Monitor inventory levels, food safety temperatures, stock rotation practices, and USDA food recall notices to protect product quality and safety.
- Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment while maintaining required equipment and safety records.
- Provide lead direction and support to warehouse staff and serve as the primary worksite contact for patients participating in the Resident Vocational Program.
- Collaborate with dietary program staff, internal customers, vendors, and cross-functional teams to improve processes and support effective patient dietary services.
What you'll need to be successful:
- Thrive in a fast-paced, active warehouse environment. This is not a stationary position and requires frequent movement throughout the dietary warehouse, including receiving, stocking, organizing, and distributing inventory.
- Follow warehouse, food safety, and workplace safety procedures while maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- Maintain accurate inventory, purchasing, receiving, and records management practices, including first in first out stock rotation.
- Demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to evaluate, organize, and maximize warehouse storage space while ensuring products are stored correctly and efficiently.
- Communicate effectively, demonstrate integrity and professionalism, and work collaboratively with staff, customers, and individuals from diverse backgrounds.
What we’re looking for:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, procurement, logistics, supply management or closely allied field.
Or
- An Associate of Arts Degree in Purchasing Management, Business Administration or closely allied field AND two years of full-time purchasing experience.
Or
- Two years of experience as a Procurement and Supply Specialist 1.
Note: Full-time experience as a purchasing professional will substitute on a year-for-year basis.
Questions? Reach out to vincent.hamilton@dshs.wa.gov and reference job posting 08856.
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs, or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
Relationship and Reporting Structure (Nepotism) Disclosure: If you are selected for hire, you must disclose whether you have a relative, household member, close friend, or romantic partner within your potential supervisory chain of command. DSHS has a Relationships and the Reporting Structure policy that prohibits nepotism and can be reviewed here. Applicants whose appointment would result in a prohibited reporting relationship are not eligible for appointment to that position.
E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave
- Leave Sharing
- Parental Leave
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 01-07-2026
Procurement Job Roles in Washington
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Which companies sponsor visas for procurement roles in Washington?
Boeing, Amazon, Microsoft, and Costco are among the most active sponsors of procurement professionals in Washington. Aerospace suppliers concentrated in the Puget Sound region, including Safran and Spirit AeroSystems, also file sponsorships for sourcing and supply chain roles. Healthcare systems like Providence and UW Medicine sponsor procurement staff as well, particularly for roles focused on medical supply chain management.
Which visa types are most common for procurement roles in Washington?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for procurement roles in Washington, particularly for positions requiring a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field. Employers filing Labor Condition Applications with the Department of Labor must confirm the role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Procurement managers and strategic sourcing analysts are among the titles that have received H-1B approvals from Washington-based employers.
Which cities in Washington have the most procurement sponsorship jobs?
Seattle accounts for the majority of procurement sponsorship activity in Washington, driven by its concentration of tech, retail, and aerospace headquarters. Bellevue and Redmond also see consistent demand, particularly from technology companies with large indirect procurement teams. Everett is notable for aerospace supply chain roles tied to Boeing's manufacturing operations, while Tacoma's proximity to the Port of Tacoma supports logistics and procurement hiring.
How to find procurement visa sponsorship jobs in Washington?
Migrate Mate is a job board built specifically for international candidates seeking visa sponsorship in the U.S. You can filter by role and state to browse procurement positions in Washington from employers who have a demonstrated history of sponsoring foreign workers. This saves significant time compared to filtering through general job boards where sponsorship availability is rarely disclosed upfront.
Are there any Washington-specific considerations for procurement sponsorship candidates?
Washington's prevailing wage requirements under the H-1B program are benchmarked to the Seattle-Bellevue-Everett metropolitan area, which reflects one of the higher wage levels in the country for supply chain and procurement roles. Candidates with experience in aerospace, cloud infrastructure procurement, or global trade compliance are particularly well-positioned given Washington's dominant industries. The University of Washington also produces a notable pipeline of supply chain graduates who pursue sponsorship locally.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored procurement jobs in Washington?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.