Purchasing agent

Overview  Languages  English
Education   Bachelor's degree
Experience   1 year to less than 2 years
Work setting  On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Manufacture
Responsibilities   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
Determine contract terms and conditions
Award contracts to appropriate parties
Establish delivery schedules
Monitor progress of delivery schedules
Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems
Provide customer service
Internal audit
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
Supervision   1 to 2 people
Experience and specialization  Computer and technology knowledge   MS Word
Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software
MS Office
Quick Books
Electronic mail
MS Access
MS Excel
MS Outlook
MS Power Point
MS Windows
Additional information  Work conditions and physical capabilities   Ability to work independently
Fast-paced environment
Work under pressure
Tight deadlines
Attention to detail
Large caseload
Personal suitability   Client focus
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Organized
Team player
Time management
Flexibility
Ability to multitask