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JOB DESCRIPTION 





PURCHASING AGENT & BUYER, FARM PRODUCTS



Brief description 
The position of purchasing agent & buyer (farm products) consists of purchasing farm products either for further processing or reselling and attempting to get the best deal for the company.


Tasks
Arrange for processing and/or resale of purchased products;
Arrange for transportation and/or storage of purchased products;
Calculate applicable government grain quotas;
Coordinate and direct activities of workers engaged in cutting, transporting, storing, or milling products and in maintaining records;
Examine and test crops and products to estimate their value, determine their grade, and locate any evidence of disease or insect damage;
Maintain records of business transactions and product inventories, reporting data to companies or government agencies as necessary;
Negotiate contracts with farmers for the production or purchase of farm products;
Purchase for further processing or for resale farm products such as milk, grains, and Christmas trees;
Review orders to determine product types and quantities required to meet demand;
Sell supplies such as seed, feed, fertilizers, and insecticides, arranging for loans or financing as necessary.
Qualifications and requirements 
A high school diploma or equivalent;
Ability to use logic and reason to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions;
Ability to persuade others to change their minds or behavior;
Ability to identify complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.


Competencies (in order of importance)
 Integrity 闁?Job requires being honest and ethical.
Dependability 闁?Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
Attention to Detail 闁?Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
Cooperation 闁?Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
Self Control 闁?Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.


Lines of communication
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Working conditions
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