Buyer, Supply Chain Management (Contract)
Lutheran Community Services NorthwestLutheran Community Services NW is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving communities throughout Washington, Oregon, and Idaho with a wide range of services for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope We provide resources, tools, and care that allow yo
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u to focus on what matters most: delivering Health, Justice, and Hope to the communities we serve. A 37.5 per hour work week to ensure work/life balance
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits to keep you and your loved ones healthy
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance coverage at no cost to you
12 paid agency recognized holidays
2 floating holidays 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching (eligibility applies)
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
All LCSNW team members will contribute to our mission of partnering with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope.
The Procurement
Coordinator supports efficient, cost-effective, and compliant operations by coordinating purchasing and procurement activities across the organization. This position helps ensure purchases are appropriately documented, competitive procurement requirements are followed, vendors are effectively coordinated, and procurement records meet agency, funder and regulatory requirements. Through responsive procurement support, the position helps programs obtain the goods and services needed to serve communities effectively.
Coordinate organization-wide purchasing and procurement activities in accordance with established agency policies, funding requirements, budgets and applicable federal and state procurement standards.
Coordinate competitive procurement processes, including requests for quotes, proposals and bids; and maintain documentation of procurement decisions.
Coordinate vendor onboarding and purchasing documentation, including required forms, agreements, approvals and compliance records; serve as a point of contact for routine vendor and staff procurement questions and escalate significant issues as appropriate.
Prepare, route and track purchase orders, procurement documents and related approvals through completion, following up with staff and vendors to support timely purchasing and resolve routine issues.
Maintain complete, accurate and audit-ready procurement records and prepare routine reports to support compliance reviews, audits, budget monitoring and purchasing analysis.
Monitor purchasing activity and anticipated needs, identify opportunities for cost savings or purchasing efficiencies, and communicate trends, risks and recommendations to appropriate stakeholders.
Collaborate with Finance, Contracts, Facilities, programs and other departments to improve procurement processes, maintain purchasing tools and resources, and provide guidance to staff on established procurement procedures.
All LCSNW team members are responsible for upholding and encouraging LCSNW values: compassion, integrity, interdependence, inclusion and stewardship; building collaborative relationships in balance with working independently; Two (2) years of experience in procurement, purchasing, contracting, supply chain administration or a closely related function;
experience in a nonprofit, government, grant-funded or other regulated environment is relevant.
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, logistics/supply chain or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Working knowledge of purchasing and procurement practices, including competitive sourcing, vendor selection, purchasing documentation and internal controls, with the ability to learn and apply applicable federal, state, grant and organizational requirements.
Strong written and verbal English communication skills and ability to work effectively with