Buyer Jobs in Iowa

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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Private Brands Sourcing Specialist

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 3 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 3 days ago

Additional Considerations (if any): - At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise a helpful smile in every aisle and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and...

Procurement Coordinator

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 4 days ago

EPI Power is hiring a Procurement Coordinator in Cedar Rapids, IA! This role will support our procurement team and assist with front-end activities. The Procurement Coordinator will maintain open...

Building Materials Coordinator

  • Grimes, IA
  • 8 days ago
  • Grimes, IA
  • 8 days ago

Structural Component Systems, Inc. of Fremont, NE is actively seeking a full-time Senior Estimator to estimate loose material/wholesale material orders on various projects, but primarily complex,...

Merchandise Manager

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 9 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...

Procurement Analyst

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 10 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 10 days ago

They are responsible for sourcing and purchasing goods, services, or raw materials from vendors and suppliers....

Dairy Procurement Analyst

  • Le Mars, IA
  • 10 days ago
  • Le Mars, IA
  • 10 days ago

The Dairy Procurement Analyst will be an instrumental part of the dairy team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating and maintaining data used for category development, team KPIs,...

Supply Chain Analyst (BD, Proposals, Capture)

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 12 days ago

Amentum seeks a GSCM Strategy and Growth Analyst!** **Amentum** is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to...

Merchandise Manager

  • Ames, IA
  • 16 days ago
  • Ames, IA
  • 16 days ago

OVERVIEW Experience a place of energy, passion, and excitement. A place where the joy of discovery and uncommon artistry blend to create exhilarating buying experiences—for true beauty...

Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist with German

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 18 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 18 days ago

Company: MMC Corporate Description: Company: MMC Corporate Description: The MMC Talent Acquisition Team is seeking candidates for the following position based in Jordan: Talent Acquisition...

Materials Coordinator

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 22 days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 22 days ago

Materials Coordinator Category: Skilled Trade Location: Dubuque, IA 52001 Pay: $21.00 Hourly Posted: 3 days ago Status: Open Description Materials Coordinator In this entry level Supply Management...

Procurement Analyst

  • Story City, IA
  • 23 days ago
  • Story City, IA
  • 23 days ago

Time raw material delivery in accordance to scheduled production while conforming to raw material holding and inventory level objectives....

Supply Chain Coordinator - 2nd Shift

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 27 days ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 27 days ago

UI Health Care department of Material Services is seeking a full-time Supply Chain Coordinator on 2nd shift. This position will be scheduled Monday-Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The position...

Supply Chain Analyst 2

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 27 days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 27 days ago

Job Name: Supply Chain Analyst 2 General information Location: Dubuque, IA Date: 24-Apr-2025 Company: Andersen Corporation Posting City: Dubuque, IA Ref #: 7847 Job Category: Supply Chain Posting...

Sourcing Consultant (International)

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 27 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 27 days ago

What You'll Do Further your career at Principal today as a Senior/Lead Sourcing Consultant focused on supporting our international markets! This role will be a critical part of our ongoing global...

Supply Chain Analyst, Munitions

  • Middletown, IA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Middletown, IA
  • 30+ days ago

continuous improvement efforts in supporting supplier development, expansion of supply base and achieving supplier diversity goals As the Supply Chain Analyst, here's the work you'll do: Supports buyers...

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Salary for Buyer Jobs in Iowa

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

Highest Education Level

Buyers in Iowa offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.7%
High School or GED
18.3%
Master's Degree
16.4%
Associate's Degree
11.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.1%
Some College
2.0%
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 Iowa
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%