FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is a Professional Purchasing Agent?
A professional purchasing agent acts on behalf of the client to source goods and services of the highest quality at the lowest possible price. A purchasing agent is an expert in managing the process necessary to ensure the smooth transition from product requisition and specifications to delivery and installation.
How does a Purchasing Agent help me?
The Purchasing Agent will help you avoid making these costly mistakes:
- Purchasing non-commercial products
- Code violations (Fire, ADA)
- Purchasing sub-standard products
- Over spending
- Installation delays
- inconsistent products through out the property
How is a Purchasing Agent compensated?
A purchasing agent charges a percentage of the budgeted cost of goods. This percentage is usually on a sliding scale based on the volume of goods purchased and will range from 5-20%. There is a cost saving for the client because you do not need to hire a purchasing agent in-house. It is proven a professional purchasing agent will save you money, increase product quality / value and get the job done.
How does on-line purchasing work?
Once we have established your spending profiles, members enter our hospitality purchasing site and make requisitions on line. We have an awesome system which streamlines all correspondence, allows for real time tracking and reporting, controls WHAT funds can be spent and by WHO. Once a member has utilized the system they can track spending trends and pre-set future expenditure for a timely acquisition and delivery. There are so many tools and advantages with our system that each client can customize their account for their specific needs.
How do I become a Member?
Complete the membership application form and fax to (619) 531-0113.