How do they match: Purchasing Managers

  • Purchasing Managers

  • Supply Chain Manager
  • Category Purchasing Manager
  • Commodity Manager
  • Contract Manager
  • Contracting Manager
  • Division Merchandise Manager
  • General Merchandise Manager
  • Materials Manager
  • Merchandise Manager
  • Merchandising Manager
  • Procurement Manager
  • Procurement Services Manager
  • Procurement Sourcing Manager
  • Property and Supply Officer
  • Purchasing Manager
  • Sourcing Manager
  • Strategic Sourcing Manager
  • Vendor 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.

  • Develop and implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.
  • 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.
  • Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
  • Represent companies in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers.
  • Resolve vendor or contractor grievances and claims against suppliers.

  • Analyze data to assess operational or project effectiveness.
  • Analyze data to inform operational decisions or activities.
  • Develop operating strategies, plans, or procedures.
  • Direct financial operations.
  • Maintain operational records.
  • Prepare operational budgets.