Purchasing Jobs in La Crescenta, CA

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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Purchasing Specialist

  • Rosemead, CA (14 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Rosemead, CA (14 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 16 hours ago

Join the Clean Energy Revolution Become a Purchasing Specialist at Southern California Edison (SCE) and build a better tomorrow....

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Sr. Sourcing Specialist, Design and Construction (Project Hire)

  • Burbank, CA (3 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Burbank, CA (3 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 1 day ago

About the Role: At Disney, were storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to...

Sourcing Specialist

  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Requirements Description Sourcing Specialist Position Overview: The Sourcing Specialist plays a vital role in building Intercare Therapy's talent pipeline by identifying, attracting, and engaging...

Content Acquisition Manager, Prime Video

  • Culver City, CA (18 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Culver City, CA (18 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Prime Video is seeking a creative, savvy and analytically-minded digital content executive to join our content acquisition team. This leader will be responsible for helping to define and execute...

Medical Purchasing Coordinator

  • Marina del Rey, CA (20 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Marina del Rey, CA (20 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 6 days ago

MEDICAL PURCHASING COORDINATOR Location: Marina del Rey, CA Type: Contract Job #83477 APR Consulting, Inc. has been engaged to identify a Medical Purchasing Coordinator Location: Marina del Rey, CA...

Millwork Purchasing Specialist

  • South El Monte, CA (16 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • South El Monte, CA (16 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Position Overview: We are seeking a Purchasing Assistant to manage purchase orders and support both current and upcoming projects....

Purchasing Manager Manufacturing

  • Chatsworth, CA (20 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chatsworth, CA (20 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Location: Chatsworth, CA Relocation: No Onsite: Yes We are seeking a knowledgeable and proactive Purchasing Manager to lead our procurement efforts, with a focus on sourcing raw materials, packaging...

Sr. Sourcing Specialist, IT Hardware

  • Hawthorne, CA (22 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Hawthorne, CA (22 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 9 days ago

stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan....

Purchasing Manager - (Relocation Required)

  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Job Title: Purchasing Manager – Lumber & Building Materials Job Type: Full-Time | Onsite | Exempt About Us: We’re a privately held company specializing in the sale of lumber and forest...

Supply Chain Procurement Specialist (Level 2/Level 3)

  • El Segundo, CA (23 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • El Segundo, CA (23 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Analyzes purchase material supply/demand position using Material Requirements Planning (MRP) tools. Plans inventory levels based on dependent and independent Bill-of-Materials (BOM) requirements....

Procurement Manager

  • Santa Monica, CA (20 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (20 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 21 days ago

We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure....

Procurement Specialist SW

  • El Segundo, CA (23 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • El Segundo, CA (23 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 22 days ago

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for the processing, tracking, and reporting of software purchases. The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for: Software purchasing....

Procurement Specialist

  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Lead Procurement Kick-Off calls with key vendors and stakeholders for any category purchasing activities. Validate accuracy of purchased goods....

Accounting / Purchasing Assistant- Entry Level

  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 23 days ago

The Purchasing Assistant compiles acknowledgements for Purchasing Manager's review and actively manages all administrative tasks to assist Purchasing Manager....

SOURCING SPECIALIST - Hybrid

  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (17 miles from La Crescenta, CA)
  • 24 days ago

We are searching for a Sourcing Specialist with 3+ years of experience in buying or purchasing experience with a wholesale or distributor....

Demographic Data for La Crescenta, CA

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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 in La Crescenta, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Purchasings in La Crescenta, CA 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 in La Crescenta, CA
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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