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Purchasing agent

Overview

Languages

English

Education

  • College/CEGEP

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting

  • Relocation costs not covered by employer

Responsibilities

Tasks

  • Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services
  • Assess requirements of an establishment to develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
  • Develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
  • Consult with suppliers
  • Hire, train and supervise staff
  • Review quotations
  • Determine contract terms and conditions
  • Establish delivery schedules
  • Monitor progress of delivery schedules
  • Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems
  • Develop policies, standards and guidelines

Supervision

  • 3-4 people

Additional information

Personal suitability

  • Client focus
  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Excellent written communication
  • Organized
  • Team player
  • Time management
  • Flexibility
  • Ability to multitask

Benefits

Health benefits

  • Health care plan

Financial benefits

  • Group insurance benefits