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What They Do |
Purchasing agents and officers perform some or all of the following duties:
 | Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials or business services for use or for further processing by their establishment |
| Assess requirements of an establishment and develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased |
| Invite tenders, consult with suppliers and review quotations |
| Determine or negotiate contract terms and conditions, award supplier contracts or recommend contract awards |
| Establish delivery schedules, monitor progress and contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems |
| May hire, train or supervise purchasing clerks. |
| Purchasing agents and officers may specialize in the purchase of particular materials or business services such as furniture or office equipment. |
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Where They Find Work — Top Occupational Areas |
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| Public administration |
10.0% |
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| Computer and electronic product manufacturing |
4.0% |
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| Transportation and warehousing |
4.0% |
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| Purchasing agents and officers work in business/government. |
| The unionization rate (29%) is close to the average (32%) for all occupations. |
| The highest concentrations (per 10,000 people) of Purchasing Agents and Officers are found in Alberta and Quebec while the lowest concentrations are in Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland. |
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