Buyer Jobs in Bloomfield Township, MI

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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Commodity Manager- Aluminum Extrusion

  • Constellium
  • Plymouth, MI (18 miles from Bloomfield Township, MI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Plymouth, MI (18 miles from Bloomfield Township, MI)
  • 13 days ago

Job Summary The Commodity Manager - Aluminum Extrusions, will be responsible for leading all end-to-end aluminum extrusion business relations for the full Constellium ASNA business enterprise....

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Accelerated Leadership Program - Purchasing Specialist

  • Schaeffler
  • Lake Angelus, MI (8 miles from Bloomfield Township, MI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lake Angelus, MI (8 miles from Bloomfield Township, MI)
  • 14 days ago

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile...

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Procurement Analyst

  • Aston Carter
  • Dearborn, MI (17 miles from Bloomfield Township, MI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Dearborn, MI (17 miles from Bloomfield Township, MI)
  • 17 days ago

Procurement Analyst Job Description As a Procurement Analyst within an automotive service parts organization, you play a critical role in the service parts supply chain by safeguarding cost...

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Associate Procurement

  • McKinsey Company
  • Detroit, MI (17 miles from Bloomfield Township, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI (17 miles from Bloomfield Township, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS 6+ years of experience in procurement process optimization, category management, supplier relationship management and/or strategic sourcing within a large, multi-national...

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Commodity Manager

  • Leggett & Platt, Incorporated
  • Detroit, MI (17 miles from Bloomfield Township, MI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI (17 miles from Bloomfield Township, MI)
  • 60+ days ago

We make life more comfortable. Leggett & Platt's overall mission is a commitment to enhance lives - by delivering quality products, offering empowering and rewarding careers, and doing our part in...

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Procurement Analyst

  • El Capitan canyon
  • Southfield, MI (3 miles from Bloomfield Township, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Southfield, MI (3 miles from Bloomfield Township, MI)
  • 90+ days ago

Career Site Header Job Summary Suns Procurement Analyst supports the organizations sourcing and procurement function by analyzing spend data, evaluating and managing supplier performance,...

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Demographic Data for Bloomfield Township, MI

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Buyer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Diploma in Buyer Management
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Salary for Buyer Jobs in Bloomfield Township, MI

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Highest Education Level

Buyers in Bloomfield Township, MI 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 Bloomfield Township, MI
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%