Buyer Jobs in Irvine, CA

A Buyer in the logistics industry is responsible for purchasing goods, materials, or services for their company to use or resell. They are required to analyze market trends, maintain inventory levels, negotiate deals with suppliers, evaluate the quality of products, and work closely with other departments such as sales and production to ensure the company's supply needs are met. Their role is critical to the company's profitability and efficiency as they strive to find high-quality products at the best rates. They also need to have a strong understanding of supply chain management.

Key skills for a Buyer in the logistics industry include excellent negotiation and communication skills, strong analytical thinking, and a good understanding of supply and demand trends. Certification such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) can be advantageous. A background in business, finance, or a related field is typically required. Roles that a person may have before becoming a Buyer could include Purchasing Assistant, Inventory Analyst, or Procurement Specialist.

1-15 of 29 Jobs

Assistant Buyer

  • Montclair, CA (22 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Montclair, CA (22 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Purchasing Assistant Job Description Under the direction of the Purchasing Manager, the Purchasing Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the procurement department by assisting Buyer II, Buyer...

Sr Capital Project Procurement Specialist

  • Irvine, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 2 days ago

relationship management/performance through the commercial contract management processes....

Strategic Sourcing Specialist-MRO

  • Irvine, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 3 days ago

of relevant strategic sourcing experience Nice to Have Bachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering, information systems, business discipline, plus 5+ years of work experience in strategic sourcing...

Procurement Specialist

  • Irvine, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 4 days ago

Be more than just an employee number! Join Terran Orbital, a leader in innovation, manufacturing, and operations in the satellite industry. We are a pioneer in the miniaturization of space...

Supply Chain Buyer

  • Irvine, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 11 days ago

An electronics manufacturer is seeking a dedicated and experienced Supply Chain Buyer to join our team....

Procurement Specialist Level 1

  • Irvine, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 13 days ago

Business Profile: PCC Fasteners offers comprehensive product lines that cover virtually every aerospace fastening application. We produce fasteners, precision components, tooling, and engineered...

Buyer

  • Walnut, CA (19 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Walnut, CA (19 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Buyers to build upon best-practices. Build and maintain vendor relationships to not only support PO fulfillment, but also negotiate volume discounts and price breaks wherever possible....

Senior Buyer

  • Cerritos, CA (20 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Cerritos, CA (20 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 15 days ago

John Tillman Company, a division of Bunzl, is seeking a Senior Buyer for our office in Cerritos, CA....

Buyer 4, Aftermarket Lead (H/F)

  • Garden Grove, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Safran Buyer 4, Aftermarket Lead (H/F) (M/F) SAFRAN CABIN INC....

Supply Chain Buyer

  • Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (11 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (11 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 20 days ago

As buyers progress through levels I to III, responsibilities expand from entry-level purchasing tasks to managing complex supplier relationships and strategic sourcing initiatives....

Senior Buyer

  • Los Alamitos, CA (18 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Los Alamitos, CA (18 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 20 days ago

We are seeking an experienced **Senior Buyer** to lead procurement efforts, ensuring cost-effective and timely sourcing of materials, components, and sub-assemblies....

Buyer

  • Santa Fe Springs, CA (21 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Santa Fe Springs, CA (21 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Position Overview: As a Buyer you will perform daily material planning and purchasing activities in order to maintain proper inventory levels....

Procurement Specialist

  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 28 days ago

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present...

Buyer 3

  • Garden Grove, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 28 days ago

In the role of Buyer III you'll play a pivotal part on our Supply Chain team....

Senior Buyer (Steiner)

  • Cerritos, CA (20 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cerritos, CA (20 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Steiner Industries, a division of Bunzl, is seeking a Senior Buyer based out of Cerritos, CA....

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Salary for Buyer Jobs in Irvine, CA

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Highest Education Level

Buyers in Irvine, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.7%
Master's Degree
17.3%
High School or GED
15.4%
Associate's Degree
11.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.8%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Buyers in Irvine, CA
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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