* Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the purchasing activities of an establishment
* Develop purchasing policies and procedures and control purchasing department budget
* Identify vendors of materials, equipment or supplies
* Evaluate cost and quality of goods or services
* Negotiate or oversee the negotiation of purchase contracts
* Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products or substitute materials
* Review and process claims against suppliers
* Interview, hire and oversee training of staff.