Purchaser
Also searched as: Jefe de compras
Code 3323.2
What does a Purchaser do?
Purchasers select and purchase stock, materials, services or goods. They organise tender procedures and select suppliers.
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Essential skills
Knowledge
- supply chain management
- international import export regulations
- embargo regulations
- export control principles
Skills and competences
- speak different languages
- compare contractors' bids
- coordinate purchasing activities
- issue purchase orders
- assess supplier risks
- ensure compliance with purchasing and contracting regulations
- manage contracts
- manage purchasing cycle
- manage tender processes
- identify suppliers
- perform procurement processes
- maintain relationship with customers
- maintain relationship with suppliers
- track price trends
- have computer literacy
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