Purchasing Manager

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Course or equivalent
• Have at least a working experience as a Purchasing Manager
• Good understanding of supply chain procedures
• Hands-on experience with purchasing software
• Solid analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analyses
• Experience in wholesale or retail industry would be an advantage

Job Descriptions:

• Analyze price proposals, financial reports, and other information to determine reasonable prices
• Negotiate contracts on behalf of their organization
• Maintain and review records of items bought, costs, deliveries, product performance, and inventories
• Work out agreements with suppliers, such as when products will be delivered
• Evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery speed
• Attend meetings, trade shows, and conferences to learn about new industry trends and make contacts with suppliers
• Meet with staff and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action
• Interview vendors and visit suppliers’ plants and distribution centers to examine and learn about products, services, and prices
• Evaluate and monitor contracts to be sure that vendors and suppliers comply with the terms and conditions of the contract and to determine the need for changes