buyers job description includes:
Researching: Buyers research the target market sales data and new products and vendors to identify gaps in the market and predict buying trends.
Negotiating: Buyers negotiate contracts with vendors to get the best price for products.
Building relationships: Buyers build positive longterm relationships with suppliers.
Managing inventory: Buyers manage inventory and stock and maintain procurement records.
Developing strategies: Buyers develop profitable purchasing strategies by staying updated on consumer trends and market conditions.
Preparing purchase orders: Buyers prepare purchase orders and ensure that ordered products are received on time.
Discussing defective goods: Buyers discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services with vendors.
Buyers typically need strong communication and research skills and should be proficient in tools such as Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.