How do they match: Purchasing Managers

  • Contracting Officer
  • Procurement Officer
  • Property and Supply Officer

  • Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services. Includes wholesale or retail trade merchandising managers and procurement managers.

  • Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
  • Resolve vendor or contractor grievances and claims against suppliers.
  • Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.

  • Develop specifications for new products or processes.
  • Implement organizational process or policy changes.