Buyer Jobs in Indiana

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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Senior Commodity Manager

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 10 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 10 hours ago

Job Description At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what's next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture - leading breakthroughs in the...

Physician Recruitment Sourcing Specialist

  • Evansville, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Evansville, IN
  • 1 day ago

Physician Recruitment Sourcing Specialist Deaconess Health System - Evansville, IN Deaconess Health System is seeking a motivated Physician Recruitment Sourcing Specialist to join our team. In...

Procurement Coordinator

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 4 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 4 days ago

Overview Apex - Procurement Coordinator As the Procurement Coordinator, you will manage all service orders and confirmation. He/She will be responsible for monitoring and maintaining status...

Merchandise Manager

  • Cumberland, IN
  • 4 days ago
  • Cumberland, IN
  • 4 days ago

At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited...

Senior Procurement Analyst

  • IN
  • 4 days ago
  • IN
  • 4 days ago

Senior Procurement Analyst Requisition ID: 43264 Job Location(s): Oragadam, IN Employment Type: Full Time Segment: Danfoss Power Electronics and Drives Seg Job Function: Finance & Accounting Work...

Warehouse Materials Coordinator

  • Lafayette, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Lafayette, IN
  • 5 days ago

Who We Are** Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over...

Senior Benefits Vendor Management Specialist

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 7 days ago

Position Summary In this role, you will support the activities and projects associated with our Deloitte US Firms Rewards, Recognition and Well-being (RRWB) Vendor Management Program. This program...

Sr. Procurement Analyst

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 7 days ago

Sr. Procurement Analyst Job ID 215112 Posted 11-Apr-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Purchasing/Procurement Location(s) Remote - US - Remote - US - United States...

Sourcing Analyst - Hybrid

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 8 days ago

Join Community Community Health Network was created by our neighbors, for our neighbors. Over 60 years later, "community" is still the heart of our organization. It means providing our neighbors...

Purchasing Specialist

  • South Bend, IN
  • 9 days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 9 days ago

Purchasing Specialist Tri-Pac Inc South Bend, IN Job Details Full-time Estimated: $55.9K - $69.9K a year 3 hours ago Benefits 401(k) Life insurance Qualifications 5 years SAP ERP systems Mid-level...

Commodity Manager

  • Greenwood, IN
  • 9 days ago
  • Greenwood, IN
  • 9 days ago

line moving smoothly Complete program support from initial design, to implementation, training, to ongoing analysis Why Wurth: Maternity/Paternal leave after 1 year of service Tuition Reimbursement...

In this role, you will support the activities and projects associated with our Deloitte US Firms Rewards, Recognition and Well-being (RRWB) Vendor Management Program. This program centralizes the...

Clinical Supply Chain Coordinator

  • Fishers, IN
  • 10 days ago
  • Fishers, IN
  • 10 days ago

Ensure that all supply chain activities comply with relevant regulatory guidelines and standards, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Distribution Practices (GDP)....

Materials Coordinator - Ethanol Plant

  • Bluffton, IN
  • 11 days ago
  • Bluffton, IN
  • 11 days ago

Working under the direction of the Maintenance Manager, this position supports the maintenance department including Maintenance Technicians and Instrumentation & Electrical Technicians along with...

Global Supply Chain Coordinator

  • Kokomo, IN
  • 11 days ago
  • Kokomo, IN
  • 11 days ago

Position Global Supply Chain Coordinator Location Indiana Technical Center in Kokomo, Indiana, or Propulsion Technical Center in Auburn Hills, Michigan. About us BorgWarner is a global product...

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Salary for Buyer Jobs in Indiana

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

Highest Education Level

Buyers in Indiana offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.7%
High School or GED
18.4%
Master's Degree
16.2%
Associate's Degree
11.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.1%
Some College
2.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Buyers in Indiana
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%