Purchasing Jobs in Poulsbo, WA

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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Vehicle Purchasing Specialist - Lexus of Seattle

  • Lynnwood, WA (15 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lynnwood, WA (15 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 5 days ago

The Purchasing Specialist will work closely with the Used Car Manager in purchasing used vehicles from consumers. Cultivate purchases of used vehicles direct from customers....

Purchasing Manager - Redmond, WA

  • Redmond, WA (23 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Redmond, WA (23 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary As a Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for purchasing, warehousing and inventory management activities at a specific unit/location....

Vehicle Purchasing Specialist - Lexus of Seattle

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 6 days ago

The Purchasing Specialist will work closely with the Used Car Manager in purchasing used vehicles from consumers. Cultivate purchases of used vehicles direct from customers....

Procurement Specialist 4

  • Redmond, WA (23 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Redmond, WA (23 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 8 days ago

The individual filling this role will: * Assist the Hardware Procurement team, ensuring accurate and timely processing of over 25,000 purchase orders a year. * Identify issues resulting in cycle time...

Finance Manager, Procurement, GCP Finance

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 9 days ago

. - Collaborate with multiple departments including Finance, Tax, Procurement, and Accounting to understand and quantify the impacts of purchasing at Amazon. - Lead key initiatives related to cost management...

Procurement Officer II

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 9 days ago

Procurement Officer II Port of Seattle - 3.7 Seattle, WA Job Details Full-time $94,610 - $128,001 a year 5 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Parental leave...

Global Network Acquisition Manager (Starlink)

  • Redmond, WA (23 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Redmond, WA (23 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 9 days ago

stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan....

Sr. Manager, Procurement , Amazon Robotics Supply Chain

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 18 days ago

On the Amazon Robotics (AR) team, we build dynamic partnerships between people and intelligent machines. This intricate collaboration helps Amazon fulfill orders with unmatched accuracy. Working...

Sourcing Specialist, Electronics (Starlink)

  • Redmond, WA (23 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Redmond, WA (23 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 20 days ago

stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan....

Land Acquisition Manager

  • Bellevue, WA (21 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (21 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 22 days ago

Salary Range: $115,689.60 - $148,227.30 WE BUILD THE COOLEST HOMES IN THE COOLEST NEIGHBORHOODS! Thomas James Homes (TJH) is the replacement builder bringing superior design and tech-enabled...

Purchasing Coordinator

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Alaska Marine Lines is seeking a motivated individual to join the Purchasing team as a Purchasing Coordinator....

Print Procurement Specialist

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Create and distribute purchase orders for jobs and consumables as needed....

Procurement Manager, Indirect Spend

  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA (16 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

to develop and implement sourcing strategies Highly skilled at building and maintaining effective and productive relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers Preferred education and experience Purchasing...

Sourcing Specialist - Soft Line

  • Woodinville, WA (22 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Woodinville, WA (22 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

Sourcing Specialist - Soft Line Woodinville, Washington, United States Most companies claim to have the best people. We say to them, "Keep dreaming." Our people are second to none. They set us...

Sr. Sourcing Specialist - Indirect (Starlink)

  • Redmond, WA (23 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Redmond, WA (23 miles from Poulsbo, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan....

Demographic Data for Poulsbo, WA

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Salary for Purchasing Jobs in Poulsbo, WA

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Highest Education Level

Purchasings in Poulsbo, WA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.8%
High School or GED
16.8%
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 Poulsbo, WA
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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