Job Description
**Position Summary**
The purpose of the position is to acquire services, supplies and goods as required at a competitive price in a time efficient manner. Position is responsible for the submission of invitations to bid; review, analysis, and purchase of supplies, services, goods and equipment; review of methods of acquisition; and preparation of purchase orders and related documentation.
**Position Details**
+ Prepares invitations to bid and requests for proposals for quotations from vendors for products and services; submits to vendors as appropriate.
+ Researches market sources and vendors to locate and ensure most cost effective and competitive pricing for the purchase of products and services.
+ Negotiates pricing with vendors as necessary.
+ Consults with proposed/new vendors to discuss company needs, services and products and company approval procedures.
+ Provides direction to less-experienced Purchasing employees.
**Qualification...
The purpose of the position is to acquire services, supplies and goods as required at a competitive price in a time efficient manner. Position is responsible for the submission of invitations to bid; review, analysis, and purchase of supplies, services, goods and equipment; review of methods of acquisition; and preparation of purchase orders and related documentation.
**Position Details**
+ Prepares invitations to bid and requests for proposals for quotations from vendors for products and services; submits to vendors as appropriate.
+ Researches market sources and vendors to locate and ensure most cost effective and competitive pricing for the purchase of products and services.
+ Negotiates pricing with vendors as necessary.
+ Consults with proposed/new vendors to discuss company needs, services and products and company approval procedures.
+ Provides direction to less-experienced Purchasing employees.
**Qualification...