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Honestly, working in procurement at this company is quite interesting.
Because we make LED warning equipment for special vehicles such as police cars, fire trucks, and ambulances, everything you purchase is critical—you can’t choose carelessly (it’s important).
Along the way, you get to work with R&D, quality assurance, sales, and overseas suppliers. It’s pretty great that you can learn a bit about everything.
Being able to negotiate the price down and ensure that parts arrive on time gives you a real sense of accomplishment, because you know these products might ultimately save someone’s life!
It’s definitely pretty stressful. Delivery schedules and quality standards are both very demanding, and there are tons of unexpected situations. You often have to step up in a crisis, so it’s suitable for people who can handle the pressure and adapt on the fly…