Buyer 2 The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - 4.7 Salt Lake City, UT Job Details Full-time 4 hours ago Qualifications Vendor relationship building Negotiating purchasing contracts Technical Proficiency Full Job Description The purpose of this role is to administer all purchasing activities within an assigned area. Responsible for negotiation and documentation of assigned contracts, and obtaining goods and services at best value. Fosters relations, provides technical and specialized support to requesters. Complete required work on assigned requests including price analysis, vendor analysis and follow-up of basic to moderately complex and costly purchases to see that orders are delivered timely, accurately, and at best value; Provide service to requestors by explaining policy, resolving issues, expediting, providing product information and support of specialized or technical nature. Understands and can explain international shipping terms, policies and regulations. Provides technical support and training to fellow team members, coworkers and stakeholders in sister departments. Source required goods and services through the entire process. Complete special projects as assigned. Supplier relationship and Partner relationship management: fosters good relations with suppliers and partners, ensures high performance and high partner satisfaction. Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers and contractors

Required Qualifications:

BA/BS and at least 2 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience required; Seasoned professional with commensurate understanding and experience in application of effective purchasing principles; Up to 15% domestic and international travel for up to 2 weeks at time; Ability to use computer and learn new technology quickly; excellent negotiation skills. Must be willing to work on-site at the Salt Lake City, Utah location 5 days per week during orientation and at least 3 days per week after orientation. All positions are subject to full return to office at any time. Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord's work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom. Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.