• 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 Suppliers 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.