Purchasing Agent Job Description

by Resume-Resource on Jan 2, 2011 in Sales & Marketing Job Descriptions

Purchasing Agent Job Description for sales professional building resume for position of Purchasing Agent.

Duties of a Purchasing Agent

• Executes the purchase order process, under the direction of the Purchasing Manager
• Prospects for new purchasing accounts
• Uses own discretion and proper judgment when negotiating with customers to close purchase orders and overcome objections
• Calls, faxes or mails to vendors of all new purchase orders
• Makes prompt business decisions about whether to buy particular assets in any particular situation
• Develops new and unique customers and accounts
• Maintains and updates the information database
• Receives and contacts vendors to find out status of orders
• Contacts vendors to correct discrepancies with quantity and quality for orders

Common skills desired in a Purchasing Agent

• Ability to develop, maintain and grow new customer accounts
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Performs as a strong self starter with intense initiative
• Maintains confidentiality and professionalism
• Effectively prioritizes and executes tasks in a time-sensitive environment

Common experience desired in a Purchasing Agent

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field
• 5 years prior experience preferred

Resume-Resource

This article was published by a guest author and posted by Resume-Resource.com Administration

More Posts - Website