Buyer Jobs in Ohio

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

  • OH
  • 2 days ago
  • OH
  • 2 days ago

**Not a traditional buyer role....

Supply Chain Analyst

  • Westlake, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Westlake, OH
  • 3 days ago

Supply Chain Analyst Supply Chain Analyst COMPANY BACKGROUND IMCD US is a leading global distribution partner and formulator of specialty chemicals and ingredients. An entrepreneurial group...

Procurement Analyst to Consultant

  • New Albany, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • New Albany, OH
  • 3 days ago

Job Posting End Date 07-08-2025 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date. Job Summary Serves as the subject matter expert in the development of sourcing...

Summary Manage the buying process for a given set of goods. Apply sourcing policy, interface between supplier and entity with respect to specifications and budgets. Has knowledge of best practices...

Lead Sourcing Specialist - Buying/Procurement

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 4 days ago

Job Description Summary Manage the buying process for a given set of goods. Apply sourcing policy, interface between supplier and entity with respect to specifications and budgets. Has knowledge...

Sr. Supply Chain Analyst

  • Mason, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 4 days ago

Building the people that build the world. With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world....

Supply Chain Analyst

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 4 days ago

Job Description Ensure product availability to meet forecasted demand. Develop, cross-check, and communicate business output between product sectors. Analyze weekly Purchase Sales Inventory (PSI)...

Procurement & Sourcing Specialist

  • Raymond, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Raymond, OH
  • 5 days ago

Procurement & Sourcing Specialist Requisition ID: 6579 Location: Raymond, OH, US, 43067 Workstyle: Hybrid Shift: 1st Salary Range: $62,800.00 - $94,100.00 What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda...

Procurement Analyst I

  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 days ago

At Owens & Minor, we are a critical part of the healthcare process. As a Fortune 500 company with 350+ facilities across the US and 22,000 teammates in over 90 countries, we provide integrated...

Assistant Commodity Manager II Turkey

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 5 days ago

Support commodity manager(s) in achieving category strategic and financial objectives. Own commodity management responsibilities for part of merchandise category. Support coordination of the...

Procurement/Sourcing Specialist III

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 6 days ago

Support New Product Introduction activities by sourcing raw materials and services that meet customer specification....

Procurement Analyst-Procurement Consultant

  • Columbus, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 6 days ago

Job Posting End Date 07-11-2025 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date. Job Summary Supports Procurement Consultants, Procurement Specialists, and Category...

Merchandise Manager

  • Toledo, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Toledo, OH
  • 7 days ago

Five Below - [Department Supervisor] As a Merchandise Manager at Five Below, you'll: Directly lead the Freight team, and all associates of the store while the Manager on Duty; Be responsible for...

Purchasing Specialist-Hybrid

  • Stow, OH
  • 9 days ago
  • Stow, OH
  • 9 days ago

The Purchasing Specialist will be a member of the Purchasing Organization and will be paired with a Buyer to manage a large list of direct material suppliers....

Sourcing Analyst

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 10 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 10 days ago

Focus is on matching inventory levels with production needs for raw materials, packaging components, purchased finished goods, and/or equipment to deliver impeccable service while optimizing cost and...

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Salary for Buyer Jobs in Ohio

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

Highest Education Level

Buyers in Ohio 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 Ohio
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%