Although not a computer aficionado, Wayne, is directly responsible for, and has sole authority over, the technology budget. As a member of the buying team when his company is making bulk computer purchases, Wayne must ensure proposals from computer suppliers are appropriate and financially attractive. Which of the following buying team roles is Wayne most likely to be filling?
A) Decider
B) Influencer
C) Purchaser
D) Agent
E) Gatekeeper

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Wayne has the ultimate authority and responsibility for the technology budget and is a member of the buying team. As a decider, he is responsible for making the final decision regarding the purchase of bulk computers after reviewing proposals from computer suppliers. The other roles, such as influencer, purchaser, agent, and gatekeeper, do not have the same level of authority and decision-making power as a decider.

Although Not a Computer Aficionado, Wayne, Is Directly Responsible For