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TASK
Purchasing Managers
ID
work_management/purchasing_managers
Type
TASK
Children
18
Child Nodes (18)
ATOMIC
Develop and implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.
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Locate vendors of materials, equipment or supplies, and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sales.
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Prepare bid awards requiring board approval.
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Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in buying, selling, and distributing materials, equipment, machinery, and supplies.
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Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.
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Review, evaluate, and approve specifications for issuing and awarding bids.
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Administer online purchasing systems.
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Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
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Interview and hire staff, and oversee staff training.
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Develop cost reduction strategies and savings plans.
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Control purchasing department budgets.
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Resolve vendor or contractor grievances and claims against suppliers.
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Analyze market and delivery systems to assess present and future material availability.
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Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products, or substitute materials.
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Maintain records of goods ordered and received.
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Represent companies in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers.
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Prepare reports regarding market conditions and merchandise costs.
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