purchasing agent

Work setting

• Private sector
• Business services
• International level

Tasks

• 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
• Negotiate offers from suppliers
• Consult with suppliers
• Review quotations
• Determine contract terms and conditions
• Monitor progress of delivery schedules
• Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems
• Plan, organize and oversee operational logistics of the organization
• Provide customer service
• Internal audit
• Maintain internal record-keeping system

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Word
• Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software
• MS Office
• Electronic mail
• Database management
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Windows

Area of specialization

• Aviation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Organized
• Team player
• Time management
• Flexibility
• Ability to multitask

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Evening

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Day
• Overtime available

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan