The document discusses key performance indicators (KPIs) for purchasing officers. It provides steps to create KPIs for purchasing officers, including defining objectives, identifying key result areas and tasks, and determining methods to measure results. The document also discusses mistakes to avoid, such as creating too many KPIs or ones that do not change to suit goals. Additionally, it recommends KPIs be clearly linked to strategy and empower employees. Various types of KPIs are defined, and the document provides resources for additional KPI materials.