Purchasing Jobs in Greer, SC

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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Regional Purchasing Director - South

  • Greenville, SC (8 miles from Greer, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (8 miles from Greer, SC)
  • 2 days ago

Minimum of 8 years of purchasing experience, with 5 years managing a purchasing team of more than three employees....

Lead Sourcing Specialist - Buying/Procurement

  • Greenville, SC (8 miles from Greer, SC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (8 miles from Greer, SC)
  • 5 days ago

Next point of escalation is the MSR/BOT Purchasing manager (not physically based in GVL)....

SAP - Procurement - Manager - Tech Consulting - Open Location

  • Greenville, SC (8 miles from Greer, SC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (8 miles from Greer, SC)
  • 11 days ago

At EY, youll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And were counting on your...

Procurement Specialist

  • Greenville, SC (8 miles from Greer, SC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (8 miles from Greer, SC)
  • 14 days ago

Salary: $75-$85K Is this your perfect fit? Are you an experienced Buyer looking to take your career to the next step? Would you like to be a part of a growing company in the Medical Device...

Sourcing Specialist

  • Spartanburg, SC (14 miles from Greer, SC)
  • 15 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (14 miles from Greer, SC)
  • 15 days ago

Sourcing Specialist HR/Recruiter Spartanburg, South Carolina Contract May 29, 2025 Sourcing Specialist - HR/Outlook/Zoom/Jobvite Location: Spartanburg (Onsite) Pay: $21/hour Schedule:...

Procurement Supply Chain Sourcing Specialist

  • Duncan, SC (8 miles from Greer, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Duncan, SC (8 miles from Greer, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Two to four years of purchasing experience. Ability to work unsupervised. Ability to work on, and manage, cross functional teams....

Procurement Specialist

  • Duncan, SC (8 miles from Greer, SC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Duncan, SC (8 miles from Greer, SC)
  • 45+ days ago

Identify, implement and manage opportunities for Continuous Improvement by working with customer engineering, purchasing and production teams....

Procurement Specialist Job Details RS Group

  • Duncan, SC (8 miles from Greer, SC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Duncan, SC (8 miles from Greer, SC)
  • 45+ days ago

Identify, implement and manage opportunities for Continuous Improvement by working with customer engineering, purchasing and production teams....

Demographic Data for Greer, SC

Moving to Greer, SC? Find some basic demographic data about Greer, SC below.


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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 Greer, SC

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

Highest Education Level

Purchasings in Greer, SC 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
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Purchasings in Greer, SC
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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