Buyer Jobs in Massachusetts

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 (Hybrid)

  • RTX
  • Andover, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Andover, MA
  • 2 days ago

procurement Ability to effectively interface with senior management on major matters pertaining to its policies, plans, and objectives Ability to develop peer relationships with senior executives,...

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Procurement Engineer

  • Westinghouse Electric Company
  • Canton, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Canton, MA
  • 2 days ago

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of...

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Vendor Management Specialist

  • Benchmark Senior Living
  • Waltham, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Waltham, MA
  • 5 days ago

Benchmark has been a trailblazer in senior living for nearly 30 years, operating 68 communities with 7,400 associates across the Northeast. With $3 billion in assets under management and $700...

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Supply Chain Analyst / Planner-Buyer

  • CPI Canada
  • Hudson, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Hudson, MA
  • 5 days ago

JOB SUMMARY The Supply Chain Analyst / Planner-Buyer supports defense and aerospace programs by performing material planning, procurement, and supply chain analytics to ensure program execution and...

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Purchasing Specialist

  • Parker Hannifin **
  • Ayer, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Ayer, MA
  • 12 days ago

Org Marketing Statement At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft,...

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Senior Procurement Analyst

  • Beacon Hill Solutions Group, LLC
  • Boston, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 12 days ago

Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing. Senior Procurement Analyst - Boston, MA Our client, a large organization in the transportation and...

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Associate Commodity Manager - Electronic

  • ZOLL Medical Corporation*
  • Chelmsford, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Chelmsford, MA
  • 12 days ago

Perform Spend Analysis and rationalization to build and manage Supplier relations. Conduct audits QBRs and other formal/informal sessions....

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Supply Chain Analyst

  • Thermo Fisher Scientific
  • Tewksbury, MA
  • 13 days ago
  • Tewksbury, MA
  • 13 days ago

Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join...

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Procurement - Direct Materials Procurement Specialist

  • Mindlance
  • Devens, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Devens, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities: This position must comply with all Security guidelines, Environmental, Health and Safety regulations, Training and the current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) required by the job...

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Procurement Analyst

  • SGS Consulting
  • Everett, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Everett, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Location : Everett Massachusetts Onsite role, 20 hours/week to start for managing maintenance service contracts. Job Responsibilities: Handle invoicing, budget tracking, and timesheet collection...

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Procurement Analyst

  • ButcherBox
  • Watertown, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Watertown, MA
  • 45+ days ago

Who We Are ButcherBox is a certified B Corp headquartered in Boston, and honored to be celebrating our fourth year in a row on Inc.'s list of Best Workplaces. At ButcherBox, we believe in better....

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Seasonal Camp Logistics and Procurement Coordinator

  • Bright Horizons
  • Ashland, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Ashland, MA
  • 45+ days ago

Bright Horizons Seasonal Camp Logistics and Procurement Coordinator Home, MA Apply Primary Purpose The Procurement and Logistics Coordinator ( Part-Time, Seasonal ) supports the Steve & Kate's...

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Senior Procurement Analyst

  • ZOLL
  • Chelmsford, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chelmsford, MA
  • 45+ days ago

business insights Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting procurement, purchasing, or supply planning processes in a manufacturing environment Experience with supplier performance reporting, spend...

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Associate Commodity Manager - Electronics

  • ZOLL
  • Chelmsford, MA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chelmsford, MA
  • 60+ days ago

Perform Spend Analysis and rationalization to build and manage Supplier relations. Conduct audits QBRs and other formal/informal sessions....

Remote

Vendor Management Specialist

  • Butcherbox
  • Boston, MA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 90+ days ago

Who We Are ButcherBox is a certified B Corp headquartered in Boston, and honored to be celebrating our fourth year in a row on Inc.'s list of Best Workplaces. At ButcherBox, we believe in better....

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Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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Salary for Buyer Jobs in Massachusetts

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

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Highest Education Level

Buyers in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
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%