Purchasing Jobs

A Purchaser in the retail industry, also known as a Buyer, plays a crucial role in managing the acquisition of products or services for a retail store or chain. They are responsible for finding, evaluating, and acquiring products that meet their company's needs and are of the best quality and price. They also negotiate with suppliers, maintain relationships, and assess the performance of existing vendors. A Purchasing Manager analyzes consumer buying patterns and predicts future trends to ensure the timely availability of products in stores.

Key skills for a Purchaser include strong negotiation skills, excellent analytical abilities, good numerical skills, and a keen understanding of the retail industry. They should also have strong interpersonal skills to liaise with vendors and internal teams effectively. Knowledge of procurement software and methodologies is beneficial. Certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) can boost their credibility and skills. Before becoming a Purchaser, an individual may have roles such as a Purchasing Assistant, Procurement Analyst, or Inventory Specialist.

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Toolpushers Supply LLC

Sourcing Specialist

Prepare and issue purchase orders for approved vendors and services. Review contract terms and conditions to ensure favorable agreements and minimize risk....

Maucor Inc.

Purchasing Assistant

Purchasing Assistant (Full-Time) – Work Directly with Leadership at Maucor Inc....

Little League Baseball, Inc.

Director of Purchasing

We’re seeking a Director of Purchasing to join our Finance team in Williamsport, PA—someone who sees the bigger picture behind every purchase order and vendor partnership....

Manager, Procurement

  • Racine, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Racine, WI
  • 6 hours ago

If youre excited about working in a multicultural, Fast Moving Consumer Goods company and are passionate about Procurement and Supply Chain, wed like to hear from you!...

Manager, Procurement Buying & Category Management

  • Akron, OH
  • 6 hours ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 6 hours ago

This is a critical role that combines procurement execution, category strategy, supplier relationship management, and team leadership to support corporate, warehouse, and store operations....

Sourcing Specialist

  • United, PA
  • 6 hours ago
  • United, PA
  • 6 hours ago

Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Place purchase orders based on system generated MRP requirements and/or approved purchase requisitions, maintaining accuracy while expediting/deferring purchase orders...

Manager - Purchasing and Inventory

  • Medley, FL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Medley, FL
  • 6 hours ago

As the Manager - Purchasing and Inventory, you will have complete responsibility for all purchasing and inventory activities including management of inventory for the company....

Procurement Specialist_14

  • Mebane, NC
  • 6 hours ago
  • Mebane, NC
  • 6 hours ago

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, well give you what you need to make it...

Sourcing Specialist, Supply Chain & Travel

  • Lake Buena Vista, FL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Lake Buena Vista, FL
  • 6 hours ago

The Sourcing Specialist will be part of an Enterprise Sourcing team responsible for Sourcing & Procurement activities related to Freight Transportation, Third-Party Logistics, Warehousing,...

Land Acquisition Manager

  • Tampa, FL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 6 hours ago

The Land Manager will work independently to negotiate land acquisitions, perform land use and financial analysis, and negotiate purchase agreements....

Buyer Purchasing Agent

  • Saint Charles, MO
  • 6 hours ago
  • Saint Charles, MO
  • 6 hours ago

Convert purchase requisitions and Bills of Materials into purchase orders following company policies and procedures....

Purchasing Agent

  • Salem, OR
  • 8 hours ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 8 hours ago

High school diploma with 2-3 years of work experience in procurement/purchasing....

Purchasing Coordinator

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 9 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 9 hours ago

JOB SUMMARY The Purchasing Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the procurement process by assisting buyers, coordinating purchasing activities, and maintaining accurate records....

Talent Sourcing Specialist

  • Youngstown, OH
  • 9 hours ago
  • Youngstown, OH
  • 9 hours ago

The Talent Sourcing Specialist's primary responsibilities are to source qualified resumes for all assigned requisitions. Reports to: Market Manager. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Source...

Purchasing Agent / Buyer

  • Monroeville, PA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Monroeville, PA
  • 9 hours ago

The Purchasing Agent/Buyer plays a key role in managing procurement operations across purchase orders, direct ship orders, and warehouse transfers....

Purchasing Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Purchase management
On this online course you will find all necessary tools o correctly plan demand, and you will acquire knowledge for forecasting, strategic sourcing, management and provider evaluation. For a...
Purchase Management
This course covers all the different activities that are needed for management of purchasing. Procurement is an integral part of all organizations. It is one of the key processes that help a...
Accounting: Purchase Ledger
Course overview For any business, keeping a record of what you purchase is a must. Purchase ledger helps you to keep all your purchase records in one place. Learn how to manage a purchase ledger...

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Salary for Purchasing Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Purchasings offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.7%
High School or GED
16.6%
Associate's Degree
13.6%
Master's Degree
12.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.5%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Purchasings
2-4 years
48.6%
1-2 years
22.5%
None
15.5%
4-6 years
12.8%
8-10 years
0.7%


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