Buyer

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 Buyer position exists to enforce and carry out of all purchasing policies and procedures in a manner that reflects professionalism and stewardship. This position is responsible for supporting ministry departments in all printing and/or procurement needs as directed by the Sr. Buyer and/or Purchasing Sr. Manager.

Essential Duties/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
  
  

Working Environment/Physical Requirements:

• Office environment
• Some exposure to warehouse/receiving dock
  
  

Jobqualifications/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
• Detailed and conscientious
  
  

Knowledge/Experience:

• 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
• Strong customer service skills
  
  

Stewardship Requirements:

• Operates within Agency limits, per Purchasing policy
  
  

Pay Range: $24.00 to $27.50/hr.

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV

• 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.
  
  

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. 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 July 10, 2025. However, this posting will remain open until filled.
• The potential employee start date is July 21, 2025.
  
  

Posting date: June 10, 2025

Unposting date: Ongoing until filled

Posting contact email: job@fotf.org

Helping Families Thrive in Christ! Focus on the Family is a 501c3 Christian Non-Profit Ministry.