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Implement purchasing systems

Implement purchasing systems

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIR0001
State Code
OCY94
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
29/01/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/04/2021
Field of Education
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Original Release Date
01/04/2021
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to implement purchasing systems in various contexts within the transport and logistics industry.It includes identifying purchasing requirements, sourcing purchases, checking costings and arranging the purchase of materials.The unit generally applies to those who lead individuals or teams.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify purchasing requirements
  • 1.1 Purchasing requirements are identified from orders and instructions in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
  • 1.2 Quantities, quality of goods, price limitations and delivery requirements are determined or confirmed in consultation with appropriate personnel
2 Source purchase
  • 2.1 Source/s of materials are identified from workplace preferred supplier lists or through networks and knowledge of local and/or overseas suppliers
  • 2.2 Supplier/vendor is advised of requirements and specifications in accordance with site requirements
  • 2.3 Availability of supply is confirmed
  • 2.4 Difficulties in supply are reported in accordance with workplace procedures
3 Check costings
  • 3.1 Alternative suppliers are contacted to check different costings
  • 3.2 Actual costs are compared to predicted costs
  • 3.3 Recommendations regarding alternative suppliers are communicated to appropriate personnel in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
  • 3.4 Records are maintained in accordance with organisational procedures
4 Purchase materials
  • 4.1 Capacity of supplier to meet price, quality and delivery expectations is confirmed
  • 4.2 Order is placed with supplier and delivery schedules are confirmed
  • 4.3 Appropriate orders and invoices are exchanged in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
  • 4.4 Materials are checked/inspected on receipt in accordance with site requirements in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVH91 TLIR4009 Implement purchasing systems Unit of competency