Supply Chain Specialist
Location: Tacoma, WA | On-Site
Schedule
Full-Time | Mon – Fri, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Pay
$21.52 - $23.67 per hour
About the role
At Puyallup Tribal Health Authority (PTHA), we believe healing begins with how we serve — with love, respect, and commitment to our community. Our clinic is more than a healthcare organization; it is a place of wellness, connection, and belonging. We are seeking a Supply Chain Specialist to join our team — someone who finds purpose in ensuring that every tool, supply, and piece of equipment helps us deliver exceptional care to our patients and families.
As our Supply Chain Specialist, you’ll play a vital part in the flow of healing. From purchasing and inventory to distribution and vendor relations, your work supports the care our teams provide every day. You will help ensure that every clinic site is well-equipped and ready to meet the needs of our patients with reliability, timeliness, and respect.
Responsibilities
- Support purchasing, receiving, and inventory management across all PTHA sites
- Build positive relationships with clinic departments and vendors
- Respond quickly to supply needs to ensure uninterrupted patient care
- Track, distribute, and document materials and equipment accurately
- Support sterile processing and materials transport as needed
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts to enhance efficiency and cost effectiveness
- Uphold safety, confidentiality, and respect in all aspects of work
- Represent PTHA’s mission and values in every interaction
Why PTHA?
We are more than a clinic — we're a culturally grounded, patient-first health and wellness center serving the Indigenous community. We value teamwork, integrity, and community well-being. Here, your work has meaning.
- Work in a mission-driven, accredited organization
- Serve a close-knit patient population in an urban reservation setting
- Enjoy opportunities for professional development and training
- Experience a strong support system and inclusive team culture
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision monthly premiums paid 100% by PTHA for employees (health coverage begins the first of the month following hire date)
- 13 annual leave (vacation) days + 13 annual sick leave days
- 18+ annual paid holidays including a birthday holiday
- 401(k) with annual profit-sharing contributions after 2 years of service
- Life and AD&D insurance coverage
- PTHA is an approved loan repayment site for various student loan programs
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- At least one (1) year of recent experience in inventory control, purchasing, or supply chain operations
- Knowledge of lean principles and supply chain best practices
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic inventory systems
- Valid Washington State driver’s license and clean driving record (travel between sites required)
- Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills