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
Negotiate offers from suppliers
Consult with suppliers
Review quotations
Establish delivery schedules
Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems
Review and process claims against suppliers
Plan, develop and implement purchasing policies and procedures
Oversee the evaluation of the cost and quality of goods or services
Manage contracts
Organize and maintain inventory
Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate daily operations
Coordinate activities of personnel engaged in buying, selling and distributing materials, equipment, machinery and supplies

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