Work setting

Tasks

Assign projects and programs to the purchasing and warehouse departments across the organization
Coordinate activities of personnel engaged in buying, selling and distributing materials, equipment, machinery and supplies
Plan and control budget and expenditures
Hire, train, direct and motivate staff
Plan, develop and implement purchasing policies and procedures
Oversee the evaluation of the cost and quality of goods or services
Authorize the development of specifications for products or services
Manage contracts
Review and process claims against suppliers
Advise senior management
Organize and maintain inventory