Sr Buyer Location Colorado Springs, CO (Briargate area) : Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Focus on the Family has nearly 700 employees who work to achieve the mission of enriching the lives of families, engaging the culture, advocating for life and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The work is meaningful, the culture is rewarding, and the purpose is eternal. The Senior Buyer position exists to enforce and carry out all purchasing policies and procedures in a manner that reflects professionalism and stewardship. This position, under the direction of the Sr. Purchasing Manager, is responsible for supporting ministry departments in procurement needs. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Processes Purchase Requisitions and Capital Appropriation Requests (CARs) from various ministry departments for procurement of goods and services, resulting in a purchase order being placed with the vendor Uses advanced knowledge of purchasing and contracting practices to include interpretation skills of legal contract terms and conditions, manages purchase orders from creation to closing, executes competitive bids, negotiates supplier agreements, prepares contract documentation and savings potential, identifies contract renewal needs, cost reduction and standardization opportunities Documents mutually agreed upon purchase terms and conditions Provides a high level of service by engaging with internal stakeholders and team members through collaboration, training, and providing guidance regarding advanced sourcing, supplier management, and risk mitigation practices Closely monitors multiple, concurrent production schedules by serving as the key vendor liaison to departmental clients, interacting proactively to ensure timely delivery of goods and services at the highest quality in support of ministry objectives Develops and implements improvements in contracting, sourcing and procurement policies, and legal practices to mitigate risk and resolve issues Performs periodic market research/analysis to keep current on goods, services, and print capabilities that are being utilized by the ministry Maintains documentation to support each purchase including evidence of quotes and why the vendor was (or was not) selected; Also maintains records to evaluate vendor performance Coordinates the purchasing /contract effort with the FOF Legal Department Other Duties/Responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned Working Environment/Physical Requirements: Office environment Some exposure to warehouse/receiving dock JOB QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS Character/Spiritual: Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2, "Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us..." Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age." Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct and Statement of Faith; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer Prays personally for Focus on the Family's staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayer Engages in Christian ministry Demonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values Personal Characteristics: Team Oriented Teachable, flexible, reliable Positive, dependable, self-starter Detail-oriented and conscientious Knowledge/Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field or equivalent Purchasing experience 5-7 years of experience in a buying position resulting in an increased level of responsibility and complexity Knowledge of Focus on the Family's mission, values, and objectives Working knowledge of finance and accounting principles Working knowledge of overseas purchasing and relationships is beneficial, but not a requirement for this position Skills, Abilities, and Special Talents/Gifts: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills Ability to do complex planning for multiple function departments Excellent analytical and organizational skills Competent in use of computer hardware Competent in use of computer software, including Microsoft Office and other purchasing software Strong customer service skills Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal customers Able to work independently, self-motivated Ability to solve problems Stewardship Requirements: A commitment to exemplifying the best business practices and efficient use of the resources granted to Focus on the Family by God and entrusted to us by our donors Salary Range: $58,236 to $67,077/yr Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV Application Materials Instructions: Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. Must include date ranges to include month and year (mm/yyyy) and whether the position was full time or part time. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications. Focus on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit package. Employees scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for: Norton LifeLock ID Theft Coverage Legal Shield/ID Shield Coverage AFLAC 403B Retirement Plan Vacation Time & Vacation Payout Sick Time Holidays Service Awards Community Service Days Bookstore Discount Fitness Center Employees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for all the above and: Medical Plan Dental Plan Vision Plan Life Insurance Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Tuition Reimbursement Warehouse Membership Reimbursement Note: This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above. For complete and definitive language, refer to the governing plan documents. Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits, except for: Sick Time Bookstore Discount Fitness Center Tentative Search Timeline: Priority will be given to applications submitted by May 25th 15th, 2024. However, this posting will remain open until filled. The potential employee start date is June 10th, 2024. Posting date: April 25th, 2024 Unposting date: ongoing until filled Posting contact email: Helping Families Thrive in Christ! Focus on the Family is a 501c3 Christian Non-Profit Ministry.
