Buyer 2

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints • Salt Lake, UT

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

• BA 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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees