Purchasing Jobs in Grapevine, TX

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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Sourcing Specialist

  • Irving, TX (10 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irving, TX (10 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Our client, a premier global organization, is actively seeking passionate and results-driven Sourcing Specialists to enhance their Talent Acquisition team within a dynamic and inclusive...

Procurement Specialist

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Creating and processing detailed Purchase Orders. Placing and tracking orders. Verifying delivered items. Reviewing Acknowledged Orders....

Application Architect Sr. Manager-Procurement

  • Plano, TX (21 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Plano, TX (21 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Overview PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies with more than $79 Billion in Net Revenue and a global portfolio of diverse and beloved brands. We have a complementary...

Procurement Specialist

  • Lewisville, TX (7 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lewisville, TX (7 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Essential Job Duties Negotiate discounts with current and potential supplier dealer partners as it relates to OEM parts purchases to drive parts margin and to secure advantageous terms....

Purchasing Manager

  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 3 days ago

The primary focus of this position is to manage all commercial and supplier-related activities of the purchasing function for the assigned site/business unit and to serve as the purchasing representative...

Clinical Sourcing Specialist

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Who we are: Access TeleCare is the largest national provider of telemedicine technology and solutions to hospitals and health systems. The Access TeleCare technology platform, Telemed IQ, enables...

Procurement Specialist

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 4 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 4 days ago

Partners to ensure an effective and seamless end to end purchasing cycle....

Sr Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Indirect Spend

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Supports Supplier Diversity program and works to ensure small diverse business enterprises are proactively developed and incorporated to the purchasing strategies. 9....

Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 8 days ago

Company: MMC Corporate Description: Are you inquisitive with a knack for developing research-based solutions? Do you embrace the opportunity to find solutions to Talent Acquisition needs? Marsh...

Air Logistics Gateway & Procurement Specialist

  • DFW Airport, TX (3 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • DFW Airport, TX (3 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 8 days ago

It's more than a job When you work in Freight Logistics and Operations at Kuehne+Nagel, you play a key role in optimising processes and ensuring that inventory and shipments move efficiently. But...

Purchasing Agent

  • Grand Prairie, TX (11 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX (11 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Reviews forecasts, determines delivery dates and places purchase orders in a timely manner....

International Procurement Specialist Non Ferrous Metals

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 15 days ago

to ensure the commercial success of the transaction while protecting the company from liability; Discover what material is available from target suppliers in specific market/region; Negotiate/set purchase...

Senior Sourcing Specialist

  • Plano, TX (21 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Plano, TX (21 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 15 days ago

About Us Data Analysis Incorporated (DAI) is the controlling entity of the O'Neil family of businesses. DAI and its subsidiaries operate in diverse industries worldwide, including global equity...

Purchasing Manager

  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 15 days ago

Overview The Purchasing Manager for Cummings Electrical will be responsible for managing a purchasing department as required to support an annual revenue in excess of $250 million....

Acquisition Specialist II (Purchasing Agent) - DEA - Fort Worth, TX

  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 17 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (20 miles from Grapevine, TX)
  • 17 days ago

Analyze bids and awards contracts based on best value, proper justification, and cost/price analysis Perform purchasing functions in accordance with purchasing procedures, system procedures, Vertex...

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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...
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...
English for Sales and Purchasing
Professional English in Use. It is necessary for people who study commerce or work in the field of commerce and who are interested in business transactions and Business English. English for Sales...

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Salary for Purchasing Jobs in Grapevine, TX

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Highest Education Level

Purchasings in Grapevine, TX offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.7%
High School or GED
16.6%
Associate's Degree
13.6%
Master's Degree
12.8%
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 Grapevine, TX
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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