How do they match: Purchasing Managers

  • Materials Coordinator
  • Materials Director
  • Materials Manager

  • 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.

  • Represent companies in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers.
  • Analyze market and delivery systems to assess present and future material availability.
  • Arrange for disposal of surplus materials.
  • Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in buying, selling, and distributing materials, equipment, machinery, and supplies.
  • Locate vendors of materials, equipment or supplies, and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sales.
  • Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products, or substitute materials.
  • Prepare reports regarding market conditions and merchandise costs.

  • Negotiate sales or lease agreements for products or services.
  • Prepare financial documents, reports, or budgets.
  • Schedule product or material transportation.