SUMMARY: The Buyer is responsible for executing the strategies created by a Purchasing Manager.  This may include planning the purchasing and scheduling of materials, services, and supplies, but normally does not include sourcing or negotiation with vendors.  

Centralized Purchasing Focus: 

This Buyer may be responsible for the process of purchasing of equipment, materials, supplies and services through the centralized Purchasing Function.  This incumbent will usually execute the work established by a Corporate Purchasing Manager.

Plant (Operations) Purchasing Focus: 

This Buyer may be responsible for the process of purchasing raw materials and supplies for a manufacturing function.  This incumbent will usually execute the work established by the Divisional or manufacturing-focused Purchasing Manager.  In some businesses, this position’s ...