procure; purchasing agent
Meanings
2 senses · 7 examplesverb
to procure; to purchase
formalTypically refers to the formal or bulk purchasing process for organizations, companies, or projects. Implies a process of selection and buying.
The company sent him abroad to procure a batch of equipment.
We need to purchase some office supplies.
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A dedicated team is responsible for procuring construction materials for this project.
The government publicly tenders for the procurement of medical supplies.
noun
purchasing agent; procurement officer
neutralRefers to a person whose job is to purchase goods for an organization. Often found in company or institutional settings.
He works as a purchasing agent in our company, responsible for contacting suppliers.
The canteen's procurement officer goes to the market to buy vegetables every day.
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Lao Zhang is an experienced purchasing agent.