- Develop, lead and execute purchasing strategies
- Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
- Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms
- Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power
- Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers
- Determine quantity and timing of deliveries
- Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand
Proven working experience as Purchasing Agent Familiarity with sourcing and vendor managementInterest in market dynamics along with business senseA knack for negotiation and networkingSolid judgement along with decision making skillsUniversity Degree