Purchaser Job Description Sample Template
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This free Purchaser job description sample template can help you attract an innovative and experienced Purchaser to your company. We make the hiring process one step easier by giving you a template to simply post to our site. Make sure to add requirements, benefits, and perks specific to the role and your company.
Purchaser Job Summary
We are seeking a self-motivated, friendly, and persuasive purchaser to join our growing team. In this position, you will play a critical role in the success of our business by developing purchasing strategies, working with suppliers, and buying products and supplies.
Purchaser Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop purchasing strategies and identify buying trends to keep the business profitable
- Conduct self-guided research to become familiar with what products are available as well as their costs and benefits
- Search available products to find the best combination of quality, price, and delivery
- Negotiate policies and contracts with various suppliers
- Manage deliveries to confirm compliance with contracts
- Monitor stock levels and verify purchase requisitions
- Identify damaged or defective goods and work out an alternative solution with the supplier
- Keep detailed records and prepare and submit necessary reports
- Maintain professional relationships with all key suppliers
- Attend various conferences, supplier plants, and vendor interviews to stay informed about changes and advancements in the industry
Purchaser Requirements and Qualifications
- Extensive knowledge of products
- Strong communication, negotiation, and persuasion skills
- Analytical and mathematical capabilities to compare prices and quantities and consider vendor contract terms
- Ability to evaluate market conditions and various suppliers
- Keen eye for detail
- Willingness to make quick and thoughtful decisions on behalf of the business
- Effective relationship building skills
- Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, supply chain management, or a related field
- 2+ years of experience in a purchasing role
- Certification is preferred, but not required
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