How do they match: Purchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm Products

  • Purchase the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price and in correct amounts.
  • Research and evaluate suppliers, based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities, and the supplier's reputation and history.
  • Review catalogs, industry periodicals, directories, trade journals, and Internet sites and consult with other department personnel to locate necessary goods and services.

  • Confer with personnel to coordinate business operations.
  • Train personnel to enhance job skills.