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.

1-15 of 137 Jobs

Sourcing Analyst

  • Plano, TX
  • 9 hours ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 9 hours ago

Qualifications Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or similar field or equivalent experience. Minimum of 3 years of experience with indirect procurement...

Buyer Specialistx3

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

Participate in supplier relationship management initiatives to improve value and performance....

Purchasing Agent

  • Manor, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Manor, TX
  • 13 hours ago

Under the direction of the Finance Director and in compliance with fiscal and personnel policy and practice, the Purchasing Agent negotiates vendor terms, prices, and schedules delivery. The...

Procurement Specialist

  • Pasadena, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Pasadena, TX
  • 1 day ago

Procurement Specialist Pasadena, TX PSC Group is now hiring a highly motivated, full-time, procurement specialist to support our indirect procurement efforts. This position is based at PSC Group...

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to...

Departments include Strategic Sourcing, Procure to Pay, Integrated Travel and Expense, Infrastructure and Transformation and Sustainable Operations....

Supply Chain - Subcontract Management - BUYER - Level 4

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago

AeroSCM Basic Qualifications: Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university Experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, Subcontract Management or as a Buyer Experience analyzing production...

Remote Work

Sourcing and Procurement Specialist, Senior Advisor

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

sourcing pipeline, process improvements, supplier rationalizations, targeted supplier business reviews, sourcing levers, etc....

Senior Strategic Sourcing Analyst

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

RESPONSIBILITIES Lead strategic sourcing and procurement of raw materials and consumables with a focus on cost optimization and risk mitigation....

5 Participates and conducts various meetings to ensure appropriate purchases are being made to meet department requirements; ensures purchases meet budgetary criteria. 6 Assists and supports other Buyers...

Coupa Procurement Specialist

  • Southlake, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Southlake, TX
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Coupa Procurement Specialist to manage and support procurement operations using the Coupa platform. The ideal candidate will have...

IT Procurement Specialist

  • Plano, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 3 days ago

Our client, a leading organization in the technology sector, is seeking an IT Procurement Specialist to join their team. As an IT Procurement Specialist, you will be part of the Procurement...

Buyer Planner

  • Lewisville, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Lewisville, TX
  • 3 days ago

We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Senior Buyer Planner to join our Lab2Fab Middleby Automation team....

Strategic Sourcing Buyer

  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago

Company Description RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the...

sourcing + Through strategic sourcing methods to establish a systematic process, we can reduce costs and improve quality + This will require analyzing spending, researching the market, and negotiating...

Remote Work

Demographic Data for Texas

Moving to Texas? Find some basic demographic data about Texas below.


Local
National
29,144,347
636,376

Buyer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireLogistics curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
The Buyer Presentation
All too often real estate agents work for months with a buyer, only to find out later that the buyer is not qualified to make a home purchase. The agent has lost precious time and lost other...
Home Buyer Roadmap
If You Are Even THINKING of Buying a Home Anytime Soon, or If You Are In The Middle of the Process NOW, You NEED To Know ALL The Facts! LET'S DO THE MATH! What's the cost of a "good" mortgage vs....
Leadercamp on-demand: Buyer Personas
In this Leadercamp, David Meerman Scott will discuss the concept of buyer personas, which will transform your business. Buyers are better informed, coming to you armed with more choices and...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Buyer Jobs in Texas

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Buyer positions.



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%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills