Purchasing Agent Remote & Hybrid Only Jobs in California
A Purchasing Agent in the manufacturing industry is responsible for procuring the necessary materials, supplies, and equipment required for the production process. They work closely with suppliers, negotiating contracts, evaluating product quality and ensuring timely delivery. They also analyze market trends, oversee inventory levels, and develop procurement strategies that support the business's operations and overall objectives. To minimize costs and risks, these professionals need to have a good understanding of the company's needs and the supply market conditions.
Essential skills for a Purchasing Agent include excellent negotiation and communication abilities, strong analytical thinking, and proficiency in procurement software. Familiarity with supply chain procedures and quality assurance is also pivotal. A degree in Business Administration or a related field is generally expected, and certifications such as Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) can enhance career prospects. Potential prior roles en route to becoming a Purchasing Agent could include Procurement Clerk, Inventory Analyst, or Junior Buyer.
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Hybrid- Superior Court of California County of Los Angeles
- Los Angeles, CA
- 17 days ago
- Los Angeles, CA
- 17 days ago
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Remote Part TimeProcurement Coordinator (Pharma/Biotech) (Copy)
- TCWGlobal
- San Diego, CA
- 21 days ago
- San Diego, CA
- 21 days ago
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Hybrid- Chan Zuckerberg
- Redwood City, CA
- 23 days ago
- Redwood City, CA
- 23 days ago
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- Intel Corp.
- Santa Clara, CA
- 30+ days ago
- Santa Clara, CA
- 30+ days ago
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Purchasing Agents in California offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Purchasing Agent position
- Merchandising
- Contract Management
- Product Marketing
- Commodity Management
- Request for Quotation
- Cosmetic Sales
- Category Management
- Supplier Development
- Expense Control
- Global Sourcing
- Certified Purchasing Manager
- APICS
- Material Planning
- Supplier Quality
- Manufacturing Resource Planning
- Demand Planning
- Supplier Management
- Strategic Sourcing
- Requisitions
- Replenishing
- Purchase Orders
- Cost Analysis
- Enterprise Resource Planning
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Continuous Improvement
- Supply Chain Management
- Supply Chain
- Cost Reduction
- Budget Forecasting
- Contract Negotiation
- Systems Applications & Products
- Vendor Management
- Engineering
- Strategy Development
- Procurement
- Finance
- Negotiation
- Logistics
- Auditing
- Written Communication
- Prioritizing
- Process Improvement
- Driving
- Purchasing
- Documentation
- Budgets
- Punctual
- Inventory Management
- Policy Development
- Reporting
- Collaboration
- Flexibility
- Materials Management
- Bachelor's Degree
- Sales
- Microsoft Excel
- Scheduling
- Staff Supervision
- Microsoft Office
- Problem Solving
- Customer Service
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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