Buyer Jobs in New York

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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Merchandise Manager

  • Greece, NY
  • moments ago
  • Greece, NY
  • moments 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 - Core Administration

  • NY
  • 3 hours ago
  • NY
  • 3 hours ago

Job Type: Officer of Administration Regular/Temporary: Regular Hours Per Week: 35 Salary Range: $77,250 - $77,250 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety...

Sourcing Specialist - Clinical

  • New York City, NY
  • 4 hours ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 4 hours ago

Job Description NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the...

Commodity Manager

  • Rochester, NY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 6 hours ago

Innovation that sparks imagination. Continue on to your next challenge with us. Carestream is a worldwide provider of medical imaging systems and solutions; x-ray imaging systems for...

Senior Vendor Management Specialist

  • New York, NY
  • 15 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 15 hours ago

Insight Global is seeking a Vendor Risk Management Specialist to join one of our top financial clients in NYC. The ideal candidate will have significant expertise in risk management and purchasing...

Procurement Analyst-Hybrid (TEMP)

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Procurement Analyst-Hybrid (TEMP) Northwell Health $33.00 / hr United States, York, Astoria Jun 06, 2025 FlexStaff is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Temporary Procurement Analyst to work...

Administrative Assistant & Supply Chain Coordinator

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

At Suntory Global Spirits, we craft spirits of the highest quality and deliver brilliant experiences to people around the world. Suntory Global Spirits has evolved into the world's third largest...

Procurement Analyst - Core Administration

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job Type: Officer of Administration Regular/Temporary: Regular Hours Per Week: 35 Salary Range: $77,250 - $77,250 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety...

Sr. Director, Merchandise Manager - Backstage (Home/Mens/Kids)

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

Foster a culture of growth and high morale by supporting the professional development of buyers and serving as a role model for associate and assistant buyers....

Merchandise Manager

  • Ithaca, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Ithaca, NY
  • 3 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...

Procurement Analyst

  • Whitestone, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Whitestone, NY
  • 5 days ago

Supervise sourcing projects; conduct research; determine business requirements and evaluate financial information; prepare bidding information; conduct timelines across cross functional teams;...

Data Sourcing Analyst

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

Data Sourcing Analyst Data Sourcing Analyst Long term contract Phoenix, AZ Direct client; Immediate client interview Job description : 9+ years of experience in data sourcing, financial data...

Sourcing Analyst - Hazardous Waste

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

## Position Summary ## The Sourcing Analyst for Hazardous Waste is responsible for evaluating and optimizing the Vendor Network to ensure coverage for regular waste and recycling services _and_...

Supply Chain Analyst (Onsite)

  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 5 days ago

Department/Unit: Supply Chain Data Integrity Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $60,367.47 - $90,551.20 This position uses analytical, quantitative and qualitative methods to...

SB Supply Chain Analyst

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 5 days ago

Division: New York North Project Location(s): Albany, NY 12201 USA Minimum Years Experience: Travel Involved: Job Type: RegularJob Classification: ExperiencedEducation:Job...

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Salary for Buyer Jobs in New York

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Highest Education Level

Buyers in New York offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.7%
High School or GED
18.3%
Master's Degree
16.3%
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 New York
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%