Purchasing Manager Jobs in Massachusetts

A Purchasing Manager in the manufacturing industry oversees the acquisition of materials and supplies essential for the production process. This involves researching and vetting suppliers, negotiating contracts and prices, and ensuring a steady supply chain that meets the industry's production schedule and quality standards. They also manage relationships with suppliers and vendors, ensuring that all dealings are ethical and beneficial to the company. In addition, Purchasing Managers monitor market trends, and changes in demand and supply, to make informed purchasing decisions.

Potential candidates for this role should have excellent negotiation, decision-making, and communication skills. They should also have strong analytical abilities to evaluate suppliers and understand market trends. Knowledge of procurement software and inventory management systems is beneficial. A certification such as a Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) can provide a competitive edge. Individuals may often progress to this role after serving as a Purchasing Agent, Procurement Specialist, or Supply Chain Analyst in the manufacturing industry.

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Purchasing Supervisor

  • Lowell, MA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Lowell, MA
  • 20 hours ago

Specific Duties: Develops, recommends, and executes the strategic supply chain procurement plans to support the company’s production plan....

Purchasing Supervisor

  • Chelmsford, MA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Chelmsford, MA
  • 20 hours ago

Specific Duties: Develops, recommends, and executes the strategic supply chain procurement plans to support the company’s production plan....

Senior Procurement Manager

  • Andover, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Andover, MA
  • 1 day ago

We are excited to announce a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Procurement Manager to join our team in North America. This role is a key contributor to our Data Center Original Design...

Associate Merchandising Manager

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago

Who We Are: Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core...

Strategic Sourcing Manager - External Manufacturing

  • Salem, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 3 days ago

Job Classification: Purchasing Managers Access our statewide or regional occupation report for more information about wages, employment outlooks, skills, training programs, related occupations, and...

Procurement Manager

  • Rockland, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Rockland, MA
  • 5 days ago

Work to expedite raw materials and critical parts as required to support plant operations....

Senior Manager, Procurement, Research & Development

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 8 days ago

From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it....

Manager, Inventory Management and Planning

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 8 days ago

THE OPPORTUNITY Amylyx is expanding and looking to hire a Manager, Inventory Management and Planning within our Global Supply Chain organization. This position will report into the Senior...

Senior Flagship Apparel Merchandising Manager

  • Boston, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 12 days ago

Who We Are: Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core...

Sr. Merchandising Manager, Perigold

  • Boston, MA
  • 14 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 14 days ago

This position is a hybrid in-office role that works out of our Headquarters in Boston, MA (this role is not a virtual / remote position). 4 days in office/ 1 day WFH The salary range (or base pay)...

PPA Materials Planning and Inventory Manager

  • Chelmsford, MA
  • 21 days ago
  • Chelmsford, MA
  • 21 days ago

Take ownership of Raw Materials Planning across the PPA network. Optimize global inventory throughout the PPA network through analysis, communication and cross-functional collaboration....

Supply Chain/Procurement Manager

  • Billerica, MA
  • 21 days ago
  • Billerica, MA
  • 21 days ago

In collaboration with local and corporate management implement strategic initiatives including but not limited to the following: ITAR compliance Global trade compliance Working capital initiatives Lean...

Senior Manager, Procurement

  • Boston, MA
  • 25 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 25 days ago

Sappi North America is seeking a talented and motivated individual to become part of its agile procurement team and the future of Sappi. Senior Manager, Procurement will operate in a highly...

Strategic Sourcing Manager (Indirect)

  • Salem, MA
  • 27 days ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 27 days ago

Job Classification: Purchasing Managers Access our statewide or regional occupation report for more information about wages, employment outlooks, skills, training programs, related occupations, and...

Remote Work

Anthropologie Visual Merchandising Manager

  • Burlington, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Burlington, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Location This position is located at 75 Middlesex Tpk., Burlington, Massachusetts, 01803 United States Role Summary The Visual Merchandising Manager directs the merchandising, product flow, and...

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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Salary for Purchasing Manager Jobs in Massachusetts

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Purchasing Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Purchasing Managers in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.4%
Master's Degree
19.9%
High School or GED
17.9%
Associate's Degree
10.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.8%
Some College
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Purchasing Managers in Massachusetts
4-6 years
42.9%
2-4 years
23.8%
6-8 years
19.0%
8-10 years
9.5%
1-2 years
4.8%



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