Work setting

• Construction company
• Mining Industry

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services
• Assess requirements of an establishment to develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
• Develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
• Negotiate offers from suppliers
• Consult with suppliers
• Review quotations
• Determine contract terms and conditions
• Monitor progress of delivery schedules
• Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems
• Provide customer service

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software
• Database management

Area of specialization

• Industrial

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player
• Time management
• Flexibility