Purchasing Jobs in Georgia

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 Agent

  • Cartersville, GA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Cartersville, GA
  • 11 hours ago

Local company in Cartersville, GA looking to hire on a purchasing agent. Must have google business suite experience as well as SAP experience. Starting at $20/hour....

Strategic Procurement Manager (m/f/d)

  • Alpharetta, GA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Alpharetta, GA
  • 20 hours ago

Job Title Strategic Procurement Manager (m/f/d) Job Description You are a part of: A dynamic and ambitious global Hospital Patient Monitoring (HPM) team of Procurement Professionals where you are...

Purchasing Agent-Remote

  • Roswell, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Roswell, GA
  • 1 day ago

Objectives of this Role: Perform day-to-day purchasing activities such as evaluating store demand needs, building optimized purchase orders (POs), tracking deliveries, refreshing and publishing weekly...

Remote Work

Purchasing Specialist

  • Dalton, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Dalton, GA
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: Purchasing Specialist Position available in Dalton, GA....

Purchasing Coordinator

  • Sandy Springs, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sandy Springs, GA
  • 2 days ago

A day in the life of a Purchasing Coordinator: As a Purchasing Coordinator, you will play a vital role in ensuring the efficient completion of tasks, tracking trade partner performance, company initiatives...

Capital Equipment Procurement Manager

  • Duluth, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Duluth, GA
  • 3 days ago

our employees: Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting Every employee is bonus or commission eligible Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays Stock Purchase...

Food Purchasing Agent Starting at $20 hr

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 days ago

Purchasing Agent Four day work week. Starting at 6am Overview: The Food Purchasing Agent is responsible for sourcing and procuring food and beverage products for the organization....

Procurement Specialist

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago

Act as a resource to departments by advising, counseling, and resolving problems in matters such as contracts and purchasing procedures....

Purchasing Agent

  • Braselton, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Braselton, GA
  • 7 days ago

YouDecide offerings include negotiated pricing arrangements for vacation destinations, hotels, vacation planning, rental cars, movie tickets/rentals, consumer electronics, consumer goods and services...

Sr. Sourcing Associate - Indirect

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago

Sourcing Associate role is responsible for managing sourcing activities, which include but are not limited to contract negotiations, supplier relationship management activities, data analytics, and...

Assistant Procurement Officer

  • Athens, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Athens, GA
  • 8 days ago

Develops training materials and teaches classes on How to Do Business with UGA and Purchasing at UGA....

Purchasing Coordinator

  • Suwanee, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Suwanee, GA
  • 8 days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES: Enter stocking purchase orders (PO's) and generate purchase order sheets for warehouse receiving....

Purchasing Specialist

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 days ago

We are seeking a Purchasing Specialist to join our team, where you will play a pivotal role in sourcing materials, managing vendor relationships, and optimizing purchasing strategies....

Sourcing & Procurement Manager

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 days ago

Job Description Accenture Sourcing & Procurement is growing and seeking to enhance their Consulting team with someone who fits our strong and vibrant culture. We are looking for a driven...

Procurement Specialist Technology & Professional Services

  • Valdosta, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Valdosta, GA
  • 8 days ago

programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased...

Demographic Data for Georgia

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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...
Purchasing and Supplies Management
Purchases managers play a vital role within organizations, wielding significant influence over resource acquisition, cost control, and the delivery of top-tier products and services. Their adept...

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Salary for Purchasing Jobs in Georgia

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

Highest Education Level

Purchasings in Georgia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.7%
High School or GED
17.1%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Master's Degree
12.5%
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 Georgia
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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