For the past five years, Cherrie has worked as a purchasing
manager for a large government program. Her job takes her
all over the country for meetings.
Before becoming a purchasing manager, Cherrie went to school
for an administrative office work certificate. She worked
as an administrative assistant, customer service agent,
purchasing clerk, and assistant buyer. When there was an
opening in her current office, she applied for the purchasing
manager position.
Cherrie works with contractors and vendors who provide
office supplies, food, and equipment. She's learned
negotiation skills so she can make contracts. She also teaches
customer service skills to students and helps staff members
find supplies.
"If you're interested in a purchasing career,"
says Cherrie, "You must be willing to learn. You'll
have fun, too. When you work in purchasing, you learn so
much about it and other departments. People will come to
you for advice – and you'll know the answers."
Cherrie
Jackson
