Buyer Jobs
A Buyer in the manufacturing industry is primarily responsible for the procurement of materials, goods, and services necessary for the manufacturing process. They research, evaluate and buy products for companies to either resell to customers or use in their everyday operations. Key duties include sourcing new suppliers, negotiating contracts, tracking orders, and ensuring timely delivery of goods. They work closely with other departments such as production and quality assurance to understand their needs and ensure the supply chain is running smoothly and cost-effectively.
Important skills for a Buyer include strong negotiation and communication abilities, analytical thinking, and a good understanding of supply chain management. They should be detail-oriented and have solid organizational skills to manage multiple orders and suppliers. A bachelor's degree in business, economics, or a relevant field is typically required. Certification such as Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) can be beneficial. Prior job roles before becoming a Buyer may include Procurement Assistant, Purchasing Agent, or Inventory Analyst.
Buyer Manufacturing Industry experience Materials Planning, Purchasing and Inventory Management SAP and/or similar ERP Are you looking to make a career change to a rapidly growing company?...
- Toolpushers Supply LLC
- Farmington, NM
- 12 days ago
- Toolpushers Supply LLC
- Farmington, NM
- 12 days ago
Summary This is a full-time position that is responsible for sourcing materials, services, and vendors for various projects within the organization. The role includes managing supplier...
Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Interim Secret Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Supply Chain Job...
Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: None Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Supply Chain Job...
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Executes the sourcing management process by supporting team members in defining the sourcing strategy. Supports the strategic procurement of products and services by performing data gathering and...
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