Manages and coordinates activities of buyers and support staff engaged in purchasing and distributing raw materials, equipment, machinery, and supplies in industrial plant, public utility, or other organization. Establishes purchasing policies and procedures and directs purchasing programs accordingly. Establishes procedures... [+] More

Manages and coordinates activities of buyers and support staff engaged in purchasing and distributing raw materials, equipment, machinery, and supplies in industrial plant, public utility, or other organization. Establishes purchasing policies and procedures and directs purchasing programs accordingly. Establishes procedures to accomplish procurement of a variety of materials in a cost-effective manner. Prepares and assigns purchase orders and change notices to purchasing agents.

Analyzes market and delivery conditions to determine present and future material availability and prepares market analysis reports. Keeps informed of economic, industrial and other trends that affect markets, prices, and delivery conditions. Reviews and monitors requisitions, supply sources, supplies, quotations, terms, etc. Recommends major purchases of materials on the basis of anticipated changes in prices or on unusual availability situations. Reviews purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy. Participates in contract negotiations and vendor selection. Monitors performance and capabilities of vendors to ensure maintenance of delivery, quality, and price commitments. Develops and installs clerical and office procedures and practices, and studies work flow, sequence of operations, and office arrangement to determine expediency of installing new or improved office machines. Arranges for disposal of surplus materials. Hires, trains new staff members, and supervises and evaluates job performance of purchasing department personnel. Acts as a liaison in dealings between vendors and user departments when necessary. May perform duties of Buyer. [-] Less

Manages and coordinates activities of buyers and support staff engaged in purchasing and distributing raw materials, equipment, machinery, and supplies in industrial plant, public utility, or other organization. Establishes purchasing policies and procedures and directs purchasing programs accordingly. Establishes procedures... [+] More

Manages and coordinates activities of buyers and support staff engaged in purchasing and distributing raw materials, equipment, machinery, and supplies in industrial plant, public utility, or other organization. Establishes purchasing policies and procedures and directs purchasing programs accordingly. Establishes procedures to accomplish procurement of a variety of materials in a cost-effective manner. Prepares and assigns purchase orders and change notices to purchasing agents.

Analyzes market and delivery conditions to determine present and future material availability and prepares market analysis reports. Keeps informed of economic, industrial and other trends that affect markets, prices, and delivery conditions. Reviews and monitors requisitions, supply sources, supplies, quotations, terms, etc. Recommends major purchases of materials on the basis of anticipated changes in prices or on unusual availability situations. Reviews purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy. Participates in contract negotiations and vendor selection. Monitors performance and capabilities of vendors to ensure maintenance of delivery, quality, and price commitments. Develops and installs clerical and office procedures and practices, and studies work flow, sequence of operations, and office arrangement to determine expediency of installing new or improved office machines. Arranges for disposal of surplus materials. Hires, trains new staff members, and supervises and evaluates job performance of purchasing department personnel. Acts as a liaison in dealings between vendors and user departments when necessary. May perform duties of Buyer. [-] Less

Directs, plans, and develops the activities of the acquisition of goods and services, and oversees those who buy, inspect, and grade or appraise agricultural commodities, durable goods, apparel, furniture, livestock, or other merchandise or service offered for sale to determine... [+] More

Directs, plans, and develops the activities of the acquisition of goods and services, and oversees those who buy, inspect, and grade or appraise agricultural commodities, durable goods, apparel, furniture, livestock, or other merchandise or service offered for sale to determine value and yield. Develops and implements purchasing policies, procedures, and guidelines and establishes buying limits.

Selects and orders merchandise from showings by manufacturing representatives, growers, or other sellers, or purchases on open market for cash, basing selection on nature of clientele, or demand for specific commodity, merchandise, or other property, utilizing knowledge of various articles of commerce and experience as buyer. Searches for new reliable and alternative vendors or suppliers to provide goods at reasonable prices and who can satisfy the requester's requirements. Participates in Request for Quotations bidding and selection process. Consults vendor references and investigates any requirements for follow-up services. Reviews vendor proposals, negotiates prices and contracts, availability, and delivery schedules, chooses vendors, determines method of procurement, makes purchase order awards, and settles complaints. Evaluates performance of vendors and recommends contract renewals or new Requests for Quotations. Assists in development of company and department policies and procedures. Provides department budget recommendations and establishes controls to assure optimum deployment of resources within approved budget. [-] Less

Directs, plans, and oversees function or department responsible for all activities involved in the purchase or procurement of raw materials or other unprocessed goods for processing, or machinery, equipment, tools, parts, products, and other supplies or services necessary for operation... [+] More

Directs, plans, and oversees function or department responsible for all activities involved in the purchase or procurement of raw materials or other unprocessed goods for processing, or machinery, equipment, tools, parts, products, and other supplies or services necessary for operation of an organization in the most timely and economic fashion. Analyzes business conditions to determine current and future needs for supplies and materials. Develops and disseminates the organization's strategy and objectives to all staff. Develops and implements policies and procedures necessary for consistent operation of purchasing department.

Reviews and evaluates key requisitions requesting goods or services. Oversees preparation of Requests for Quotation or Proposal, reviews and evaluates bid proposals from vendors, and enters into negotiations and contracts with key vendors. Interviews key vendors to obtain information concerning product, price, price fluctuation, delivery and handling, risks, marginal benefits, and ability of vendor to produce product or service. Discusses defects of purchased goods with quality control or inspection personnel to determine source of trouble and take corrective action. Establishes, analyzes, and coordinates departmental budget estimate and controls expenditures to administer approved budget. [-] Less

Procures supplies, materials, and pharmaceuticals for the pharmacy. Maintains interface with vendors to ensure the procurement of high quality merchandise, expedient delivery, and dependable service at optimum price. Negotiates contractual arrangements between the organization and selected vendors committing funds up... [+] More

Procures supplies, materials, and pharmaceuticals for the pharmacy. Maintains interface with vendors to ensure the procurement of high quality merchandise, expedient delivery, and dependable service at optimum price. Negotiates contractual arrangements between the organization and selected vendors committing funds up to authorized limits. Typically requires licensure as a Certified Pharmacy Technician with a minimum of two years of experience.

Places orders and handles routine purchase orders. Verifies order fulfillment and checks invoices. Analyzes markets to determine vendor sources and product availability. Remains cognizant of market fluctuations affecting prices. Interviews and confers with vendors to obtain product or service information, such as price, availability, and delivery schedule. Maintains procurement history and inventory records. Populates inventory records for use in pharmacy and updates prices. Prepares purchase orders or bid requests. Maintains procurement records, such as items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance, and inventories. Discusses defective or unacceptable goods or services with users, vendors, and others to determine source of trouble and identify an appropriate corrective action. May approve invoices for payment. May automate invoicing and purchasing procedures. May transfer drugs between pharmacies [-] Less

Supervises buyers and purchasing staff involved in the external procurement of raw materials, parts, equipment, supplies, and services for an organization at minimal cost, consistent with delivery requirements and quality specifications. Oversees the selection and ordering of materials, supplies, and... [+] More

Supervises buyers and purchasing staff involved in the external procurement of raw materials, parts, equipment, supplies, and services for an organization at minimal cost, consistent with delivery requirements and quality specifications. Oversees the selection and ordering of materials, supplies, and services from vendors; showings by manufacturing representatives, growers, or other sellers; or purchases on open market for cash, basing selection on nature of clientele or demand for specific commodity, merchandise, or other property, utilizing knowledge of various articles of commerce and experience as Buyer. Coordinates purchasing activities with user departments to maintain optimum inventory and buy levels. Develops, with upper management, and recommends changes to purchasing procedures and policies.

Reviews purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness, approves requisitions, designates approved supplier, and assigns requisitions to staff for processing. Recommends vendors for notification to bid for contracts. Reviews bids to ensure adherence to procedures and policies. Communicates with supplier changes in specifications, change orders, quantities, and adjustments. Contacts carriers to arrange for transportation of purchases. Keeps current with economic, industrial, and other trends that affect markets and prices. May hire, train, evaluate employee performance, and recommend or initiate promotions, transfers, and disciplinary action. May supervise the maintenance of purchase order/invoice/receiving records system. [-] Less

Procures materials or other goods and/or coordinates activities involved with purchasing products and services, such as raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, and advertising, for establishment. Receives and reviews requisitions requesting goods or services. Communicates with vendors to obtain product... [+] More

Procures materials or other goods and/or coordinates activities involved with purchasing products and services, such as raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, and advertising, for establishment. Receives and reviews requisitions requesting goods or services. Communicates with vendors to obtain product or service information, such as price, availability, and delivery schedule. Selects products for purchase by testing, observing, or examining items. Expedites orders and requests as needed. Responsibilities are those of a professional level and excluded are paraprofessional buyers.

Estimates values according to knowledge of market price. Determines method of procurement, such as direct purchase or bid. Prepares purchase orders or bid requests. Reviews bid proposals and negotiates contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority. Maintains procurement records, such as items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance, and inventories. Discusses defective or unacceptable goods or services with inspection or quality control personnel, users, vendors, and others to determine source of trouble and take corrective action. Keeps abreast of market trends, changes in business practices in the assigned markets, new or altered types of materials entering the market, etc. May work with manufacturers or persuade potential vendors to undertake the manufacturing of custom-designed items according to user's specific needs and specifications. May approve invoices for payment. May expedite delivery of goods to users. [-] Less

Types and performs other clerical duties related to the business of purchasing. Edits purchase requests and prepares purchase orders. Keeps files and records of materials, prices, inventories, and deliveries.

Interacts with suppliers for quotations, and to follow up purchases. Operates computer for cost calculations, extensions, and discount applications.

Types and performs other clerical duties related to the business of purchasing. Edits purchase requests and prepares purchase orders. Keeps files and records of materials, prices, inventories, and deliveries.

Interacts with suppliers for quotations, and to follow up purchases. Operates computer for cost calculations, extensions, and discount applications.

Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives for contract transactions. Compiles information from periodicals, catalogs, and other sources to keep informed on price trends and manufacturing processes.

Obtains data for cost analysis... [+] More

Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives for contract transactions. Compiles information from periodicals, catalogs, and other sources to keep informed on price trends and manufacturing processes.

Obtains data for cost analysis studies by determining manufacturing costs within divisions of company. Confers with vendors and analyzes vendor's operations to determine factors that affect prices. Prepares reports, charts, and graphs of findings. Evaluates findings and makes recommendations to purchasing personnel regarding feasibility of manufacturing or buying needed products. May recommend use of alternative parts, materials, or manufacturing methods to reduce costs. [-] Less