Description
A purchaser, similar to a purchasing agent, has the responsibility of buying products and services for their organization or for third parties. What purchasers buy could include finished products, manufacturing and production materials, office and plant supplies or services.
Duties
- Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services
- Develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
- Review quotations
- Determine contract terms and conditions
- Establish delivery schedules
- Plan, organize and oversee operational logistics of the organization
- Provide customer service
Qualifications
Transportation/travel information
- Valid driver's licence
- Ability to work independently
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Excellent oral communication
- Organized
- Team player
- Time management