Buyer Jobs in South Carolina

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 Engineer

  • Westinghouse Electric Company
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 8 hours 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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Materials Coordinator

  • Aerotek
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 6 days ago

Materials Coordinator Job Description We are seeking a Materials Coordinator to support manufacturing operations through effective material planning, inventory control, and ERP execution....

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Procurement Analyst

  • Nesco Resource
  • Pelzer, SC
  • 13 days ago
  • Pelzer, SC
  • 13 days ago

Collect, clean, and manipulate data to generate reports and analyses related to the Commercial Change Order process and other related activities. Review parts included in the Change Order process,...

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Procurement Coordinator

  • State of South Carolina
  • Richland, SC
  • 19 days ago
  • Richland, SC
  • 19 days ago

Procurement Coordinator Department: SAAS Finance Advertised Salary Range: Part/Full Time: Full Time About UofSC From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is...

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Procurement Coordinator

  • University of South Carolina
  • Columbia, SC
  • 20 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 20 days ago

Posting Summary Logo: Posting Number: STA00340PO26 Job Family: Procurement and Inventory Control Job Function: Procurement USC Market Title: Procurement Specialist Link to USC Market Title: Job...

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Procurement Engineer II

  • Westinghouse Nuclear
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 21 days ago
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 21 days ago

Welcome to the future of nuclear energy, where Westinghouse Electric Company is leading the field with expertise and innovation to shape the power of tomorrow. At Westinghouse, innovation is in...

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Manufacturing Buyer

  • NPAworldwide Recruitment Network
  • Greenville, SC
  • 27 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 27 days ago

Manufacturing Buyer (OOJ - 45376) NPAworldwide Recruitment Network update Last updated: May/05/2026 Job Description An international manufacturer is seeking a Buyer to join their Supply Chain team in...

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Procurement Analyst

  • Ingevity
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 28 days ago
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 28 days ago

Job Family Group: Supply Chain Are you ready to do something remarkable? Ready to collaborate with an incredible team to solve problems that improve people's lives? Meet Ingevity. At Ingevity, we...

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Tooling and Procurement Specialist

  • SEW-Eurodrive, Inc.
  • Lyman, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lyman, SC
  • 30+ days ago

About the Role BASIC PURPOSE: Currently the position involves the acquisition of all spare parts and tooling and the control of inventory. Shift: 1st Pay: $24 TOP SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to...

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Procurement Analyst

  • Firstquality
  • Anderson, SC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Anderson, SC
  • 45+ days ago

Primary Responsibilities Include: Drives Value Creation and Strategic Procurement, aligning with business goals and objectives....

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Production Materials Coordinator

  • Raycap
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 60+ days ago
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 60+ days ago

Pull, stage, and kit materials aligned with production schedules. React quickly to shortages and support the production team to avoid downtime....

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Procurement Engineer - Columbia, MD or Coppell, TX

  • Rohde & Schwarz
  • Columbia, SC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 60+ days ago

Purchasing : Procurement Engineer - Columbia, MD or Coppell, TX Apply now Contact Your Rohde & Schwarz recruiting team is looking forward to receiving your application. Info City/region Columbia...

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Demographic Data for South Carolina

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Salary for Buyer Jobs in South Carolina

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 South Carolina 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 South Carolina
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%