Buyer Jobs in Mooresville, NC

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

  • Cornelius, NC (5 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Cornelius, NC (5 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 22 hours ago

Experience a place of energy, passion, and excitement. A place where the joy of discovery and uncommon artistry blend to create exhilarating buying experiencesfor true beauty enthusiasts. At Ulta...

Senior Sourcing Specialist - OEM

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 5 days ago

BUILD A BETTER CAREER WITH MSC** Serving customers and our community starts with the best people doing their best work. That is precisely what we have created at MSC Industrial Supply Co. We are a...

SPC Supply Chain Analyst

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 6 days ago

materials....

Procurement Analyst 3

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Procurement Analyst III Hiring Range: $74,000.00 - $90,000.00 Position Summary Perform high level administrative and technical duties associated with spending categories and develop sourcing...

Supply Chain Analyst - Unilever Prestige (Contract)

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Unilever Prestige is the Luxury Beauty division of Unilever that holds nine companies/brands: Dermalogica, Kate Somerville, Murad, Living Proof, Hourglass, Tatcha, Paulas Choice, K18 and Garancia....

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Procurement Specialist

  • Mooresville, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Mooresville, NC
  • 7 days ago

end-to-end procurement of HVAC materials, ensuring accurate and timely purchase order processing Align deliveries with project schedules through close coordination with suppliers and field staff to support just-in-time...

Strategic Sourcing Analyst

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 7 days ago

What if you could build a career where ambition meets innovation? At LPL Financial, we empower professionals to shape their success while helping clients pursue their financial goals with...

Supply Chain Analyst

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 13 days ago

Worksite Location: Charlotte, NC Contract Duration: 12 months Compensation: $25.00-$26.00 per hour What you'll do as a Supply Chain Analyst: Manage the global supply of critical raw materials by coordinating...

Global Commodity Manager

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 21 days ago

Req ID: 125379 Remote Position: Yes Region: Americas Country: USA **Summary** Celestica is excited to welcome a Global Commodity Manager to our dynamic team! This pivotal role entails guiding team...

Sourcing Analyst

  • Huntersville, NC (9 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Huntersville, NC (9 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 21 days ago

Job ID: 5332 Alternate Locations: Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco, Coleman, Oster, Rubbermaid and Sharpie, and 25,000...

Wholesale Business Vendor Manager

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 26 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 26 days ago

The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click and complete your application, you'll be invited to create a profile,...

Sourcing Consultant (International)

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 27 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 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...

General Merchandise Manager

  • Mooresville, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mooresville, NC
  • 30+ days ago

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you're provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development....

NA Commodity Manager Chemical Raw Materials

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

All about the role: Within the Chemical and Mechanical Organization, Commodity Manager Chemical Raw Materials has the key responsibility of developing and maintaining a competitive, supportive and high...

Strategic Sourcing Specialist Fleet Services

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Our client, a leader in the manufacturing technology industry, is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist Fleet Services to join their team. As a Strategic Sourcing Specialist, you will be part of...

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Salary for Buyer Jobs in Mooresville, NC

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Highest Education Level

Buyers in Mooresville, NC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.7%
High School or GED
18.2%
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 Mooresville, NC
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%