A Purchasing Agent, or Product Purchasing Agent, finds and purchases products for a company to use or resell. Their duties include locating suppliers, researching goods, services and materials and processing purchasing orders.
Purchasing Agent 은 다양한 업무 및 책임을 이행할 수 있어야 합니다. 다음은 Purchasing Agent 이 실행할 수 있어야 하는 몇 가지 업무 및 책임입니다.
- Evaluating suppliers by considering price, quality, availability and other criteria
- Interviewing vendors and visiting suppliers’ facilities to learn about products, services and pricing
- Negotiating contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain the best deals on behalf of the company
- Verifying purchases by comparing them to a primary list and recommending alternatives for expensive or irrelevant products
- Interacting with suppliers to schedule delivery times and resolve shipping errors
- Attend industry trade shows to learn about and stay current on trends and to meet suppliers
경쟁력 있는 Purchasing Agent 은 다음을 포함한 특정 기술과 자격을 갖추고 있습니다.
- Negotiation skills
- Analytical skills
- Judgment and decision-making skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
