alt-text: If things are too quiet, try asking a couple of friends whether a couple should always mean two. As with the question of how many spaces should go after a period, it can turn acrimonious surprisingly fast unless all three of them agree. Summary: there's not universal agreement.
To be a purchasing analyst, a person must have an analytical mind, a keen business sense and excellent communication skills. Individuals in this position are responsible for finding the best deals on supplies, then buying and selling or distributing those supplies.
A purchasing specialist is an individual assigned to handle all of the purchasing processes and decisions for a business while adhering to an assigned budget. Individuals in this position must also keep track of all records and data as they pertain to company purchases and bids submitted to vendors.