Represent companies in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers.

Develop cost reduction strategies and savings plans.

Develop and implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.

Prepare bid awards requiring board approval.

Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in buying, selling, and distributing materials, equipment, machinery, and supplies.

Locate vendors of materials, equipment or supplies, and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sales.

Interview and hire staff, and oversee staff training.

Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment.

Review, evaluate, and approve specifications for issuing and awarding bids.

Control purchasing department budgets.

Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.