Buyer Jobs in Texas

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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Procurement Specialist

  • Flower Mound, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Flower Mound, TX
  • 7 hours ago

Stay up to date on supply chain concerns and market trends. Negotiate pricing on high volume raw materials. Skills That Make a Difference: High School / GED is required....

Procurement Specialist

  • Houston, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 hours ago

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Sr. Sourcing & Procurement Specialist - IT

  • Simonton, TX
  • 9 hours ago
  • Simonton, TX
  • 9 hours ago

Developing-Advanced Required Vendor Management Developing-Advanced Required Supplier Relationship Management Developing-Advanced Required Strategic Sourcing Developing-Advanced Required Supplier Identification...

Procurement Specialist (Lewisville, TX, US, 75077)

  • Lewisville, TX
  • 12 hours ago
  • Lewisville, TX
  • 12 hours ago

Stay up to date on supply chain concerns and market trends. Negotiate pricing on high volume raw materials. Skills That Make a Difference: High School / GED is required....

Procurement Specialist

  • Houston, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 13 hours ago

Prepares and issues timely spend reports to the Supply Chain Manager Utilize reports available in SAP to see trend and spending analysis Trains and coaches team members to ensure strong performance...

Principal Procurement Specialist

  • McKinney, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • McKinney, TX
  • 13 hours ago

You will engage in supplier performance, relationship management, strategic sourcing as well as facilitate complex business agreements in support of the various contracts....

Sr. Sourcing & Procurement Specialist - IT

  • Houston, TX
  • 20 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 20 hours ago

Developing-Advanced Required Vendor Management Developing-Advanced Required Supplier Relationship Management Developing-Advanced Required Strategic Sourcing Developing-Advanced Required Supplier Identification...

Dental Operations Recruiter

  • Irving, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 1 day ago

Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics is one of the fastest growing, multi-specialty dental groups in the country. Born in the Fort Worth Stockyards in early 2008, the company’s team of 150+ award-winning...

Sr Procurement Specialist

  • Plano, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 1 day ago

Completes sourcing and procurement related assignments, including: program management, sourcing and competitive bidding activities, contract administration, category management support, customer...

ITSO Procurement Consultant

  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago

About Us** **Since 1989, SHI International Corp. has helped organizations change the world through technology. Weve grown every year since, and today were proud to be a $15 billion global provider...

Associate Procurement Consultant - Technology

  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago

sourcing requirements in indirect spend category of Information Technology....

Buyer, Staff

  • Pasadena, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Pasadena, TX
  • 2 days ago

, in accordance with recommendations of global Supply Chain Team....

Buyer and Export and Import Compliance Specialist

  • Irving, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 3 days ago

Are you a Buyer and Export and Import Compliance Specialist looking to join one of the top companies in the Machinery Manufacturing industry? Are you looking to further your career and grow?...

Purchasing Agent

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 3 days ago

Summary The Purchasing Agent position is loced within the Supply Chain Management Service the Audie L. Murphy VAMC in San Antonio, Texas....

Procurement Assistant

  • Paris, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Paris, TX
  • 3 days ago

We're Hiring: Procurement Assistant Estamos contratando: Asistente de adquisiciones Location: Paris, Texas Company: Rodgers Wade (part of HWH family of companies) Pay: $17/hr (negotiable based on...

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Salary for Buyer Jobs in Texas

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Highest Education Level

Buyers in Texas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.8%
Master's Degree
17.4%
High School or GED
15.3%
Associate's Degree
11.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.8%
Some College
2.1%
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 Texas
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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