Purchasing Jobs in California

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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Field Talent Acquisition Manager

  • Brea, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Brea, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Employment Type: Salaried Work Arrangement: Remote Position Summary: The Field Talent Acquisition Manager is a key leader within the HR team, partnering with Field HR leadership as well as...

Purchasing Manager

  • Fremont, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA
  • 20 hours ago

Purchasing Manager Cytek Biosciences, Inc. 125000.00 To 160000.00 (USD) Annually United States, California, Fremont Jun 14, 2025 Join Cytek and Lead the Future of Purchasing & Planning!...

Procurement Manager -Sf Bay Area

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 21 hours ago

where an award is not made to the low bidder to ensure justification exists and policy is followed.Reviews, analyzes, researches, and approves purchases of a non-competitive natureProvides purchasing...

Procurement Specialist - SW

  • El Segundo, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • El Segundo, CA
  • 21 hours ago

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

Director of Purchasing

  • Jurupa Valley, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Jurupa Valley, CA
  • 21 hours ago

Reporting to the Chief Purchasing Officer, the Procurement Director will manage a team, lead day to day procurement processes, develop and/or update procurement policies and procedures; and enhance...

Procurement Specialist

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

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

Procurement Specialist / Procurement Manager / Marketing

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Desired skills: Experience in Fintech or fast-moving consumer goods industry preferred. A background in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) is highly desirable....

Supplier Relationship Manager

  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 days ago

Req ID: 127119 Remote Position: Hybrid Region: Americas Country: United States State/Province: California City: San Jose General Overview Functional Area: SCM - Supply Chain Management Career...

Lead Purchasing Manager, Interiors

  • Irvine, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 2 days ago

Role Summary The Rivian Supply Chain team is looking for highly motivated and exceptional Purchasing professionals to bring Rivian’s engineered products to life....

Purchasing Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

Overview The Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing all purchasing and receiving functions at our full-service resort with 671 guest rooms and 295,000 sq. ft. of meeting space....

SOURCING SPECIALIST - Hybrid

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

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

Sr Procurement Specialist

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 days ago

requests and purchase orders Manage the signature process of providers contracts Manage vendors through performance reviews and communication Monitor and analyze order expenses using our P2P solution...

Carrier Procurement Specialist

  • Irvine, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 4 days ago

Accelerate your career at RXO. RXO is a leading provider of transportation solutions. With cutting-edge technology at the center, we're revolutionizing the industry with our massive network and...

Procurement Specialist I

  • Stockton, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 4 days ago

The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication and customer service skills, be able to explain clearly, both verbally and in writing, purchasing policies and procedures, possess purchasing...

Demographic Data for California

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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...
Purchase Ledger Management
Enter the world of financial precision with this course on purchase ledger management. This accounting and bookkeeping course lays out the essential techniques used to effectively oversee purchase...

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Salary for Purchasing Jobs in California

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

Highest Education Level

Purchasings in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.8%
High School or GED
16.7%
Associate's Degree
13.5%
Master's Degree
12.7%
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 California
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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