Purchasing Assistant

Responsibilities

*Research: Identify the best products, prices, and suppliers for the company
*Negotiate: Negotiate contracts with suppliers for the best deals
*Place orders: Place orders for products and services based on inventory needs
*Track shipments: Track shipments from manufacturers to warehouses or retail stores
*Maintain records: Keep records of purchases, shipments, and supplier contracts
*Communicate: Communicate with suppliers and staff to update them on delays or issues
*Analyze costs: Present cost analyses to the department
*Support managers: Provide support to purchasing managers as needed