Buyer

Responsibilities Processes Purchase Requisitions and Capital Appropriation Requests (CARs) from various assigned internal ministry departments for goods and services and places Purchase Orders with vendors Processes requests for quotes, information, and proposals for goods and service as requested Works to resolve Invoice Issues (price discrepancies and receiving issues) Reviews bid proposals in coordination with assigned ministry departments to ascertain the best vendor choice for goods and services, including negotiation of payment terms and conditions for best overall value Assists the Sr. Buyer in interacting with Focus Legal Department to review, write, and/or develop supplier contracts Performs follow‑up with suppliers regarding purchase specifications and shipping and takes corrective action as necessary Assists the Sr. Buyer in maintaining permanent requisition and quote files Assists in performing different aspects of the purchasing process as directed by the Sr. Buyer and/or Purchasing Sr. Manager Other Duties/Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned Managerial Breadth/Scope of Job None Working Environment / Physical Requirements 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 Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent buying experience 2-4 years general business experience, including a minimum of 2 years of experience in Purchasing Knowledge of production/purchasing cycles Membership in professional purchasing organization encouraged Skills, Abilities, and Special Talents/Gifts Ability to work with contracts Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) Understanding of FOF quality purchasing standards Good analytical and problem‑solving skills Ability to carry out tasks with minimal direction Strong attention to detail Stewardship Requirements Operates within Agency limits, per Purchasing policy Pay Range $24.75 to $28.93 Colorado Residents In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove any age‑identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Benefits 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 Vision Plan Life Insurance Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Tuition Reimbursement Warehouse Membership Reimbursement Temporary Employees Sick Time Bookstore Discount Fitness Center Benefits 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. Tentative Search Timeline Priority will be given to applications submitted by June 15, 2026. However, this posting will remain open until filled. The potential employee start date is June 22, 2026. Posting Contact Email View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr