Hierarchy view
purchaser
Description
Description
Purchasers select and purchase stock, materials, services or goods. They organise tender procedures and select suppliers.
Alternative Labels
assistant purchaser
buyer
buying agent
graduate purchaser
procurement agent
procurement and supply agent
procurement and supply officer
procurement officer
procurer
purchasing agent
purchasing and supply agent
purchasing and supply assistant
purchasing and supply office clerk
purchasing and supply officer
purchasing and supply office worker
purchasing assistant
purchasing office clerk
purchasing officer
purchasing office worker
senior buyer
senior purchaser
supply agent
supply officer
trainee purchaser
Relationships
Essential Skills and Competences
assess supplier risks
communicate price changes
compare contractors' bids
coordinate purchasing activities
ensure compliance with purchasing and contracting regulations
have computer literacy
identify suppliers
issue purchase orders
maintain relationship with customers
maintain relationship with suppliers
manage contracts
manage purchasing cycle
manage tender processes
perform procurement processes
speak different languages
track price trends
Essential Knowledge
Optional Skills and Competences
analyse consumer buying trends
analyse logistic changes
analyse logistic needs
analyse supply chain strategies
assess procurement needs
conduct performance measurement
identify new business opportunities
implement procurement of innovation
implement sustainable procurement
negotiate sales contracts
perform procurement market analysis
report accounts of the professional activity
use e-procurement
Concept URI
Status
released
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