Buyer Jobs in Cleveland, OH

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.

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Strategic Sourcing Analyst - Logistics & Transportation

  • Lincoln Electric Company
  • Cleveland, OH (10 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cleveland, OH (10 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Location: Euclid - 22801 Employment Status: Salary Full-Time Function: Distribution/Logistics Pay Grade and Range: ASC060-P2 Min: $63,904.00- Max: $95,000.00 Bonus Plan: 10% Role Summary The STRATEGIC...

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Sourcing Analyst I

  • Sherwin Williams
  • Brecksville, OH (13 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Brecksville, OH (13 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 7 days ago

Develop and maintain the Supplier Relationship Management System to improve communications between HQ and suppliers....

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Procurement Assistant

  • Ohio Machinery Company
  • Broadview Heights, OH (12 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 10 days ago
  • Broadview Heights, OH (12 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 10 days ago

Find Your Fit at Ohio Machinery Co. - Where Talent Powers Progress Join a winning team at Ohio Machinery Co., where we're driven to be the top-performing, dynamic industry leader and partner of...

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Sourcing & Procurement Manager NASPFY26

  • Accenture
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 19 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 19 days ago

You use your data skills to develop and implement strategies that improve the value and performance delivered by clients supply base, while establishing strategic procurement category plans and processes...

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Procurement Specialist

  • Grenzebach
  • Beachwood, OH (9 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 23 days ago
  • Beachwood, OH (9 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 23 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Beachwood, OH 44122 Procurement Specialist Job Location: Beachwood, OH Responsibilities (including but not limited to): Purchasing goods and services for the company in an...

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Senior Procurement Specialist

  • Aston Carter
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 27 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 27 days ago

Senior Procurement/Contract Specialist Job Description As a Procurement Specialist, you will support procurement activities, including bid specifications, RFP/RFQ coordination, and contract...

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Indirect Strategic Sourcing Specialist- MRO and Facilities

  • Lincoln Electric
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 28 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 28 days ago

Is NOT on an active Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) Summary The Strategic Sourcing Specialist supports sourcing managers and directors in the development and execution of sourcing activities in the...

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Indirect Strategic Sourcing Specialist- MRO and Facilities

  • Lincoln Electric Company
  • Cleveland, OH (10 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (10 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Is NOT on an active Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) Summary The Strategic Sourcing Specialist supports sourcing managers and directors in the development and execution of sourcing activities in the...

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Procurement Specialist

  • Aston Carter
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 30+ days ago

Procurement Specialist Job Description As a Procurement Specialist, you will support procurement activities, including bid specifications, RFP/RFQ coordination, and contract administration. Your...

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Buyer

  • Aston Carter
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 30+ days ago

Buyer Job Description The Buyer is responsible for procuring all materials and services related to the day-to-day business and non-GMP operations....

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Area Procurement Specialist

  • Reworld
  • Avon Lake, OH (16 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Avon Lake, OH (16 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Ensure the company policies and procedures are implemented and followed by the buyers, storekeepers, and procurement associates. Manage the P-card spend and reconcile weekly....

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Logistics Buyer

  • Cleveland-Cliffs
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 30+ days ago

Location: Cleveland, OH Cleveland-Cliffs has an immediate opening for a Logistics Buyer for rail freight within the Logistics Department at our Corporate Headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio....

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Salary for Buyer Jobs in Cleveland, OH

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Highest Education Level

Buyers in Cleveland, OH offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.9%
Master's Degree
17.6%
High School or GED
15.0%
Associate's Degree
11.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.7%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.4%

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