Purchasing Jobs in Franklin, TN

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

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 2 days ago

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

Assistant Purchasing Manager

  • Franklin, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 2 days ago

The Assistant Purchasing Manager is responsible for contracting trade partners for labor and material items for each cost code they manage....

Assistant Purchasing Manager

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 3 days ago

We are looking for an Assistant Purchasing Manager who will plan, organize, control and direct the work of employees in the Purchasing Department while ensuring guest satisfaction....

Purchasing Agent

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 8 days ago

such as oral solicitations, calls against BPAs, delivery orders or priced purchase orders to make noncompetitive open market purchases, purchases under established contracts or competitive open market...

Purchasing Agent/Buyer

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 9 days ago

Learn and apply purchasing policies, procedures, and regulations. Exercise sound judgment and make independent decisions regarding purchasing activities....

Purchasing Agent (Smyrna Location)

  • Brentwood, TN (14 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Brentwood, TN (14 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 13 days ago

Primary Responsibilities: Purchasing materials for standard game production. Expense reconciliation using Divvy and Bill.com. Processing and fulfilling purchase requests....

Manager, Procurement and Contracting (Federal Contracts)

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 14 days ago

Manager, Procurement and Contracting (Federal Contracts) Fully RemoteGA Job Type Full-time Description **Overview** St. George Tanaq Corporation (SGT), an Alaskan Native Corporation (ANC), is...

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Senior Manager, Procurement

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 19 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 19 days ago

The successful candidate will be responsible for global procurement (e.g., purchasing and supply chain activities), as well as vendor management (e.g., negotiation, purchase, and relationships associated...

Land Acquisition Manager

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 23 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 23 days ago

In this position you will play a key role in identifying, analyzing and negotiating the purchases of new communities for Richmond American Homes....

Senior Purchasing Agent

  • Franklin, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 60+ days ago

Purchasing Senior Purchasing Agent Franklin, TN, US : SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Senior Purchasing Agent will support the purchasing and construction departments to deliver quality homes on time and within...

Sourcing & Procurement Manager

  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN (22 miles from Franklin, TN)
  • 60+ 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...

Demographic Data for Franklin, TN

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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 Franklin, TN

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

Highest Education Level

Purchasings in Franklin, TN 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 Franklin, TN
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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