Essential Business English 9 — Scheduling an Appointment

 
SECRETARY: International Fashion Supplies, Sales Department. Maria Ramirez . How may I help you?
PURCHASING MANAGER: Hello, this is Bob Morgan, manager with Chic Boutique. I’m going to be in New York week and I’d like to arrange an appointment with your director to discuss potential new .

SECRETARY: I’m Mr Kerry will be away on a business all of next week, but I’m sure his assistant Ms Page be delighted to meet with you. Which day would you best?
PURCHASING MANAGER: Well, I’m arriving Monday afternoon and leaving Thursday morning, so anytime on Tuesday Wednesday would be OK.
SECRETARY: Let me just Ms Page’s schedule. She’s free all Tuesday afternoon. Would that be ?
PURCHASING MANAGER: That would be fine.
SECRETARY: we say 2 o’clock?
PURCHASING MANAGER: Could you it a bit later? I may a lunch meeting on that day.
SECRETARY: Three then?
PURCHASING MANAGER: Yes, that be preferable.
SECRETARY: So three pm on Tuesday June 24th. Can you give me a phone number she could contact you if need ?
PURCHASING MANAGER: Yes, my number is 079 455 673 45.
SECRETARY: 079 455 673 45. Got it. And do you know the to our offices?
PURCHASING MANAGER: No, but I’ll be downtown and I’m sure the cab driver will know.
SECRETARY: Yes. Well, have a good and see you next week.
PURCHASING MANAGER: Thank you very much. I’m looking forward it.