Purchasing Agents
Also called: Buyer, Purchasing Agent, Procurement Specialist, Purchasing Manager
What they do:
Purchase machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, or services necessary for the operation of an establishment. Purchase raw or semi-finished materials for manufacturing.
On the job, you would:
- Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.
- Interview vendors and visit suppliers' plants and distribution centers to examine and learn about products, services, and prices.
- Monitor and follow applicable laws and regulations.
Arts and Humanities
Business
Safety and Government
Transportation
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
Resource Management
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Verbal
Ideas and Logic
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People interested in this work like activities that include
data, detail, and regular routines. They do well at jobs that need:
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You might use software like this on the job: Accounting software
Project management software
Financial analysis software
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You might like a career in one of these industries:
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See more details at O*NET OnLine about purchasing agents.