Summary Purchasing Agent in the Cape Breton Region
Find key facts and figures about working as a purchasing agent. The following information is applicable to all Procurement and purchasing agents and officers (NOC 12102).
Description
Procurement and purchasing agents and officers source and purchase general and specialized equipment, materials, business services and land or access rights for use or for further processing by their establishment. They are employed throughout the public and private sectors.
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Requirements
College or apprenticeship
This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.
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Wages
$27.60/hour
Median wage in the Cape Breton Region
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Prospects
Moderate
The job prospects are fair in the Cape Breton Region
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Jobs
1 job
advertised in the Cape Breton Region
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Competencies
- Negotiating
- Management of Material Resources
- Management of Financial Resources
- Persuading
- Coordinating
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