Purchasing Agent
Administration 
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Purchasing agents and officers purchase general and specialized equipment, materials, land or access rights and business services for use or for further processing by their establishment. They are employed throughout the public and private sectors.
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This job is right for you if...
- You want to live an oversized life in one of Canada’s beautiful forest communities
- A sense of community is important to you
- You like variety and learning new things
- You want to make a difference working in a green job
- You take a systematic approach to problems
- You have an eye for details
Administration Jobs Available
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Communities
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| HIGH LEVEL, ALBERTA |
| ROCKY MOUNTAIN HOUSE, ALBERTA |
| FORT ST-JAMES, BRITISH COLUMBIA |
Education And Training
A bachelor’s degree or college diploma in business administration, commerce or economics is usually required. Purchasing agents and officers purchasing specialized materials or business services may require a related university degree or college diploma. For example, a bachelor’s degree or college diploma in engineering may be required for purchasers of industrial products. Certification from the International Right of Way Association (IRWA) may be required. Previous experience as a purchasing clerk or as an administrative clerk may be required. A certificate in purchasing from the Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC) may be required.
| Collège Laflèche |
| Vancouver Island University |
| Cégep Limoilou |
NOTE
The requirements listed are generally required qualifications for this Career Type. The qualifications may vary based on the employer and/or the geographic location of that job.
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