Purchaser

Remote

💰 Finance

Purchasers work with their organization or business to supervise and coordinate the buying of finished products, materials and services in a professionally coordinated way. Their responsibilities also include monitoring purchasing expenses and keeping track of accounts and contracts, as well as monitoring inventory, so they know when to top up supplies or buy specific goods and services. For the most part, purchasers conduct their work in-house or in an office context, but they may also visit their sales sources for in-person assessments. Sometimes, purchasers personally interview vendors to ensure product or service quality. In general, their job requires working closely with suppliers for the sake of proper quality control.

What does a Purchaser do?

A Purchaser, similar to a purchasing agent, has the responsibility of buying products and services for their organization or for third parties. What purchasers buy could include finished products, manufacturing and production materials, office and plant supplies or services. Their duties include price evaluations, market assessments, product ordering, record keeping and tracking of inbound orders.

Responsibilities

A Purchaser should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Purchaser should be able to execute:

Sourcing suppliers based on price, availability, necessity, quality and logistical expenses
Assessing vendors and their offerings with in-person visits, interviews and analysis to assess their quality
Collaborating with various internal departments to ensure that they fulfill all customer requests
Negotiating sale agreements and supply contracts in ways that benefit their company
Coordinating with shipping agencies and sellers to ensure timely deliveries and oversee the integrity and quality of delivered goods and services
Authorizing payments and managing purchasing expenses with meticulous record-keeping

Required Skills

A competitive Purchaser will have certain skills and qualifications, including: