Purchasing officer

• Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years


• Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

Tasks

• Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services
• Assess requirements of an establishment to develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
• Develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
• Negotiate offers from suppliers
• Consult with suppliers
• Review quotations
• Determine contract terms and conditions
• Award contracts to appropriate parties
• Monitor progress of delivery schedules
• Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems
• Plan, organize and oversee operational logistics of the organization
• Internal audit

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
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