What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer 3 - Print and Fine Art position at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?
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.
Responsibilities
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.
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.
Responsibilities
- Manage complex purchases, ensuring timely delivery, cost savings, and compliance with procurement policies.
- Source and negotiate with suppliers to secure the best value for goods and services.
- Build and maintain supplier relationships, ensuring high performance and reliability.
- Support internal teams, resolving procurement challenges and providing expertise.
- Can work with other teams within the organization
- Demonstrate reliability by consistently being on time to work and to meetings.
- Lead special projects, contributing to strategic procurement initiatives.
- Improve procurement processes, driving efficiency and cost reductions.
- BA and at least 4 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience required
- Advanced professional with commensurate understanding and experience in application of effective purchasing principles
- Ability to use computer and learn new technology quickly
- Excellent negotiation skills
- Effective leadership skills
- May act in a lead role
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.
