Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services. Includes wholesale or retail trade merchandising managers and procurement managers.
Locate vendors of materials, equipment or supplies, and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sales.
Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products, or substitute materials.
Develop specifications for new products or processes.
Negotiate sales or lease agreements for products or services.