procurement

noun3

1. •
   The act of procuring or obtaining; obtainment; attainment.

   • He was responsible for the procurement of materials and supplies.
   • I have a lot of experience in the procurement of construction materials and sub-contracts.
2. •
   The purchasing department of a company.
3. •
   Efficient contrivance; management; agency.

   • They think it done by her procurement. — 1675