Buyers

Buyers buy goods and services for use or resale on behalf of industrial, commercial, government or other establishments and organizations.

Skill level: Skilled

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  • The majority of Buyers earn a salary between $3,664 and $7,013 per month in 2024.
  • A monthly wage for entry-level Buyers ranges from $3,664 to $6,241.
  • After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between $4,040 and $6,630 per month.

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  • A Procurement Officer earned minimum $90,000.00 and maximum $120,000.00 per year in 2022.
  • A Procurement/Purchasing Officer in Australian Capital Territory in professional, scientific and technical activities earned minimum $65,000.00 and maximum $85,000.00 per year in 2022.
  • A Procurement/Purchasing Officer in New South Wales in professional, scientific and technical activities earned minimum $55,000.00 and maximum $80,000.00 per year in 2022.

Job Responsibilities

  • Determining or negotiating contract terms and conditions, awarding supplier contracts or recommending contract awards for the purchase of equipment, raw materials, products, services and merchandise for resale
  • Obtaining information about requirements and stock and developing specifications for quantity and quality to be purchased, costs, delivery dates and other contract conditions
  • Purchasing general and specialized equipment, materials or business services for use or for further processing by their establishment
  • Inviting tenders, consulting with suppliers and reviewing quotations
  • Purchasing merchandise for resale by retail or wholesale establishments
  • Studying market reports, trade periodicals and sales promotion materials and visiting trade shows, showrooms, factories and product design events
  • Selecting the merchandise or products that best fit the establishment's requirements
  • Interviewing suppliers and negotiating prices, discounts, credit terms and transportation arrangements
  • Overseeing distribution of merchandise to outlets and maintaining adequate stock levels
  • Establishing delivery schedules, monitoring progress and contacting clients and suppliers to resolve problems
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