________ perform a role similar to that of brokers or agents but are part of the buyer's organization.
A) Truck jobbers
B) Merchant wholesalers
C) Purchasing officers
D) Rack jobbers
E) Cash-and-carry wholesalers

Question

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Purchasing officers are responsible for acquiring goods and services for their organization. They are similar to brokers or agents in that they negotiate deals with suppliers, but they work directly for the buyer rather than acting as a middleman.

________ Perform a Role Similar to That of Brokers or Agents