Are you ready to make a significant impact in our procurement processes? As a Procurement Coordinator, you'll play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between our Ministry's needs and procurement fulfillment. You'll support a wide range of projects, ensuring our services and tools are effectively communicated and accessible to all. This dynamic role calls for a proactive problem-solver who excels in collaboration with both internal teams and external vendors. Join us and help drive our mission forward with your expertise and dedication!

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to integrate your professional talents with your Christian values and contribute meaningfully to EMF’s mission of moving people closer to Christ. 

In addition, a VALUES FIT is top priority. Do our values align with yours?  Mission, Beliefs & Values. If so, please read on.

This role will be a hybrid role at our Franklin, TN headquarters.

Here’s just some of what you will be doing daily…

• Serve as a liaison between K-LOVE Legal and K-LOVE Procurement to ensure new contract requests requiring vendor setup and purchase orders are promptly flagged and assigned.
• Support procurement needs and vendor coordination for special events hosted on the Franklin Campus.
• Coordinate with Facilities to uphold guidelines for furniture-related purchases, rentals, repairs, and replacements.
• Monitor utility accounts to help prevent overpayments, unnecessary auto-renewals, service disconnections, and outdated contact information.
• Build and maintain relationships with vendors to ensure regular updates and effective communication.
• Recommend process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance accuracy within the procurement lifecycle.
• Partner with department representatives to identify purchasing needs and provide training and coaching on procurement processes and systems.
• Maintain current knowledge of procurement practices and tools by participating in professional development and training.
• Cross-train with Buyers and serve as a backup when needed.
• Lead assigned procurement projects from planning to completion.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

We are looking for a very specific skill set and business acumen. If you can say yes to each of these requirements, then we want to meet you!

• Bachelor’s Degree from college or technical school in business or combination of education/training with relevant experience.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of professional office management or project management experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet Navigation).
• Oracle NetSuite experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated successful project management skills, with ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to demonstrate a calm presence in high pressure situations.
• A collaborative and flexible style, with strong service mentality. Need to be seen as a team player.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop sincere business/Ministry relationships.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to the social sector with a passion for our mission and values.

Why work for Educational Media Foundation, K-LOVE/Air1?

Educational Media Foundation (EMF) is a nonprofit, multi-platform media company on a mission to draw people closer to Christ. Founded in 1982 in Santa Rosa, CA, with a singular radio station, EMF today owns and operates the nation's two largest Christian music radio networks (K-LOVE and Air1) with over 1,000 broadcast signals across all 50 states, streaming audio reaching around the world, and a growing family of media ministries including podcasts, books, films, concerts, and events. EMF employs nearly 500 team members between its offices in Nashville, TN, Rocklin, CA, and field locations around the country. You can view our mission and values here Mission, Beliefs & Values. 

What can we offer you?

• Industry leading Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• Short/long term disability and life insurance
• Robust 401K with company match
• Parental leave with Baby Bonding pay
• Generous PTO, holiday and sick pay
• Unique company culture that includes exclusive access to concerts, movie premieres, media industry events, and more
• Leadership and Career Development Programs including free access to LinkedIn Learning platform

“As an Equal Opportunity Employer, EMF makes employment decisions based on merit and other legitimate reasons. The Company is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment and the promotion of equal employment opportunities regardless of protected class, characteristic or status.  However, EMF is also a religious non-profit organization where all team members contribute to the Company’s mission of encouraging our audiences “to have a meaningful relationship with Christ.” Therefore, pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e I(a)), EMF has the right to hire only candidates who agree with the Company’s Statement of Faith.  Also, as a religious non-profit organization, the Company is not governed by the CA Fair Employment and Housing Act.”