332301 - Purchasing agent (manager)

Buys equipment, raw materials, mechanisms, services and other supplies for production needs, trade activities or other institutions. Determines the needs of the company and follows periodic publications and other market information about the variety, quality and prices of goods supplied, looks for suppliers.

Main activities

* analyze market trends, select suitable suppliers and quality of goods, prices, manufacturers of goods;
* determine main purchasing goals and strategy, plan the time and resources of purchasing projects;
* prepare and negotiates with suppliers about purchasing contracts, prices of goods and conditions, require quality products and services, control warehouse stock;
* coordinate communication with suppliers, warehouse management, delivery schedules and execution of agreed services;
* prepare reports on purchasing activity, collect and analyze data on the purchasing process, evaluate efficiency of operations and suggests improvements.

Characteristic competences

* analyze markets; and supplier search capabilities;
* plan purchasing projects;
* make contracts;
* manage logistics and warehouses;
* analyze data.