1. Spend/Procure as if the money were your own. Be aware of where the better value is.
2. Manage the suppliers proactively. Reach out to them and let them know what is important to your buying decisions.
3. Improve how your job functions. Find ways to save money and report those savings.
4. Avoid friendships with suppliers. Be friendly, but professional.
5. Do the daily things right. From sending PO's to suppliers to following up questions don't let the little things go undone.
6. Communicate with your internal customers. What are you doing right? Be open to what you are doing wrong.
7. Resolve issues. Once a problem has been identified decide how important it is and send the reolution to all parties involved.
8. Education. Times change! Be aware of new strategies and keep up with your duties to be aware of them.
9. Network with other purchasing agents. It's a great place to hear of changes and meet people who could advance your career.
10. Use JobsiteBuying.com for the sourcing of your tooling, safety supplies, equipment rental, and material for your Industrial or Commercial construction project.