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Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

Work setting

• Construction company

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
• Establish delivery schedules
• Monitor progress of delivery schedules
• Contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Organized
• Team player
• Time management