purchasing agent

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services
• Consult with suppliers
• Review quotations
• Determine contract terms and conditions
• Establish delivery schedules
• Monitor progress of delivery schedules
• Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems
• Plan, organize and oversee operational logistics of the organization
• Provide customer service
• Co-ordinate work activities with other departments
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
• Maintain sales records for inventory control

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Word
• MS Office
• Salesforce
• MS Excel
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Windows

Specialization/experience (business sales and services)

• Negotiation

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Large caseload

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Time management
• Flexibility
• Ability to multitask

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Commission

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site recreation and activities
• Subsidised public transportation
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available