Buyer Jobs in Morristown, IN

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.

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Procurement Analyst- Indianapolis- Contract Position

  • CBRE
  • Indianapolis, IN (23 miles from Morristown, IN)
  • 17 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (23 miles from Morristown, IN)
  • 17 days ago

Provision operational and business details to support third party contracts and SOW drafting activities Prepare spend analysis, forecasts, investigate trends and market intelligence.in general business...

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Procurement Analyst

  • CPS, Inc. (Food & Beverage Division)
  • Indianapolis, IN (23 miles from Morristown, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (23 miles from Morristown, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

Opportunity available at a food ingredient manufacturing company in the greater Indianapolis, IN, area for a Strategic Sourcing Analyst....

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Senior Commodity Manager

  • Danaher Corporation
  • Indianapolis, IN (23 miles from Morristown, IN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (23 miles from Morristown, IN)
  • 45+ days ago

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, one of Danahers 15+...

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Procurement Analyst- Full Time Contract Role- Up to 6 Months

  • CBRE
  • Indianapolis, IN (23 miles from Morristown, IN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (23 miles from Morristown, IN)
  • 45+ days ago

Provision operational and business details to support third party contracts and SOW drafting activities Prepare spend analysis, forecasts, investigate trends and market intelligence.in general business...

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Raw Materials Coordinator

  • Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated
  • Indianapolis, IN (23 miles from Morristown, IN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (23 miles from Morristown, IN)
  • 60+ days ago

schedule and communicates scheduling changes with appropriate plant personnel Liaise with Transportation to ensure raw material deliveries coincide with the production schedule and communicates with...

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Regional Commodity Manager

  • Thyssenkrupp
  • Fishers, IN (19 miles from Morristown, IN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fishers, IN (19 miles from Morristown, IN)
  • 90+ days ago

Beginning with just one assembly line, a handful of employees and 58,000 square feet, the company has grown to over 450 employees and 224,000 square feet....

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Jobsite Materials Coordinator - Indianapolis Based

  • R.T. Moore
  • Indianapolis, IN (23 miles from Morristown, IN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (23 miles from Morristown, IN)
  • 90+ days ago

Come join our team as a Jobsite Materials Coordinator! We’re currently looking for a Jobsite Materials Coordinator that brings experience, skill, passion, a drive to learn, and a desire grow &...

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Materials Coordinator

  • Clayton Homes
  • Morristown, IN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Morristown, IN
  • 90+ days ago

Clayton is a leading single-family, values-driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices and creating a world-class experience for customers and team members. Our...

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Demographic Data for Morristown, IN

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Salary for Buyer Jobs in Morristown, IN

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Highest Education Level

Buyers in Morristown, IN offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.8%
High School or GED
17.9%
Master's Degree
16.7%
Associate's Degree
11.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.9%
Some College
1.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Buyers in Morristown, IN
4-6 years
45.4%
2-4 years
27.3%
6-8 years
9.1%
None
9.1%
1-2 years
4.6%
10+ years
4.6%