Overview

SUMMARY: The Buyer is responsible for executing the strategies created by a Purchasing Manager. This may include planning the purchasing and scheduling of materials, services, and supplies, but normally does not include sourcing or negotiation with vendors.

Centralized Purchasing Focus:

This Buyer may be responsible for the process of purchasing of equipment, materials, supplies and services through the centralized Purchasing Function. This incumbent will usually execute the work established by a Corporate Purchasing Manager.

This Buyer may be responsible for the process of purchasing raw materials and supplies for a manufacturing function. This incumbent will usually execute the work established by the Divisional or manufacturing-focused Purchasing Manager. In some businesses, this position’s duties may overlap with responsibilities in the Materials Management area which schedules raw materials in a manufacturing setting.