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Job Description
- Forecasting levels of demand for services and products to meet the business needs and keeping a constant check on stock levels;
- Conducting research to ascertain the best products and suppliers in terms of best value, delivery schedules, and quality;
- Liaising with suppliers, manufacturers, relevant internal departments, and customers;
- Identifying potential suppliers, visiting existing suppliers, and building and maintaining good relationships with them;
- Negotiating and agreeing on contracts and monitoring their progress, checking the quality of service provided;
- Processing payments and invoices;
- Keeping contract files and using them as a reference for the future;
- Forecasting price trends and their impact on future activities;
- Giving presentations about market analysis and possible growth;
- Developing an organization's purchasing strategy;
- Producing reports and statistics using computer software;
- Evaluating bids and making recommendations based on commercial and technical factors;
- Ensuring suppliers are aware of business objectives;
- Attending meetings and trade conferences;
- Training and supervising the work of other members of staff.
Job Requirements
- Work under pressure.
- Take responsibility for work.
- The number of working hours might increase if necessary.
