332390 - Other purchasing specialists

Here are classified other purchasing specialists who are not listed in subgroup 3323 „Purchasing specialists“ and who buy goods and services on behalf of industry, trade, government or other companies and organizations, which are later used or resold.

Main activities

* determine contract terms and conditions and negotiates them, form supply contracts or recommend goods purchase contracts;
* collect information about needs and stocks, determine the exact quantity of goods to be purchased, delivery terms and other contract conditions;
* acquire general-purpose and special equipment, materials or business services that the company will use or manage further;
* offer to submit applications, consult with suppliers, and review commercial proposals;
* examine market reports and sales promotion material, visit trade presentations, showrooms, factories, and product design events.

Characteristic competences

* determine contract terms and conditions;
* collect information about needs and stocks;
* acquire special equipment;
* consult with suppliers;
* examine market reports.