Purchasing Jobs in Plainview, NY

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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Capital Project Procurement Specialist

  • White Plains, NY (22 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • White Plains, NY (22 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 4 days ago

relationship management/performance through the commercial contract management processes....

Senior Procurement Specialist

  • Farmingdale, NY (4 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Farmingdale, NY (4 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Life assurance Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others...

Mechanical Purchasing Agent

  • Mount Vernon, NY (20 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mount Vernon, NY (20 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Negotiate terms/conditions of and place purchase orders. Negotiate and issue purchase change orders. Expedite awarded purchase orders when necessary to insure timely delivery....

Sr Capital Project Procurement Specialist

  • Stamford, CT (19 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (19 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 7 days ago

relationship management/performance through the commercial contract management processes....

Sourcing Specialist

  • Melville, NY (3 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Melville, NY (3 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 12 days ago

The Sourcing Specialist will actively manage the hotel and ground transportation procurement process for our clients. In this role, responsibilities include creating hotel market analyses,...

Purchasing Coordinator

  • Central Islip, NY (14 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Central Islip, NY (14 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Job Title Engineering Purchase Coordinator Organization Name InvaGen Pharmaceuticals, Inc....

Purchasing Agent

  • Melville, NY (3 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 24 days ago
  • Melville, NY (3 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 24 days ago

Manage purchase orders, track orders, and ensure timely delivery. Collaborate with internal teams to understand material requirements and forecast future needs....

Electronics Purchasing Manager

  • Hauppauge, NY (15 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 24 days ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (15 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 24 days ago

Randstad is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager for our client in Hauppauge, NY....

Purchasing Manager

  • Ronkonkoma, NY (15 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 26 days ago
  • Ronkonkoma, NY (15 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 26 days ago

Skills Certified Purchasing Manager Purchasing/Procurement Materials Management Budget Business operations Managing Working Independently Decision Making Answering Phones Oral Communication Qualifications...

Procurement Manager

  • Melville, NY (3 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 27 days ago
  • Melville, NY (3 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 27 days ago

inventory maintenance + Working cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Operations and Accounting + Team management and people development **YOU MUST HAVE:** + Experience managing a team responsible for purchasing...

Senior Manager, Procurement: Workforce and Outsourcing Services (REMOTE)

  • Yonkers, NY (24 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 29 days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (24 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 29 days ago

This position will focus on core procurement category manager roles and responsibilities, including supplier and sourcing strategy, business partnering, and supplier relationship management....

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Purchasing Coordinator

  • Harrison, NY (18 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Harrison, NY (18 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

Key Responsibilities Review contracts and break them into purchasing phases to track costs. Create and issue purchase orders as project phases progress and deposits are received....

Purchasing Coordinator I (Food & Beverage)

  • Inwood, NY (18 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Inwood, NY (18 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Experience with purchasing Food and beverage....

Purchasing Assistant

  • Yonkers, NY (24 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (24 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Assist Purchasing Manager with general purchasing tasks such as stock/special order purchasing and expediting orders Assist maintaining daily reports such as price change spreadsheet, open PO report...

Senior Purchasing Manager Indirect Spend

  • Stamford, CT (19 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Stamford, CT (19 miles from Plainview, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Summary: The Senior Purchasing Manager will be responsible for suppliers and services which are not directly connected to our bill of materials....

Demographic Data for Plainview, NY

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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
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Procurement (Sourcing & Purchasing)
Procurement is the process of acquiring goods, services, or works from external suppliers to meet the needs of an organization. It is a critical function within supply chain management and...

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Salary for Purchasing Jobs in Plainview, NY

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Highest Education Level

Purchasings in Plainview, NY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.7%
High School or GED
16.9%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
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 Plainview, NY
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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