Purchasing Manager Jobs in Connecticut

A Purchasing Manager in the logistics industry is responsible for overseeing and managing the purchasing activities of a company. They play a vital role in sourcing raw materials, goods, and services, negotiating contracts and prices, creating and implementing purchasing strategies, and maintaining healthy relationships with suppliers. Their primary objective is to ensure uninterrupted supply chain operations at the most cost-effective prices. They also manage a team of purchasing officers and other staff and are involved in recruitment, training, and performance evaluation of these employees.

A successful Purchasing Manager should possess strong analytical skills, negotiation skills, and decision-making abilities. They should be proficient in materials management and inventory control, and should also have a good understanding of supply chain management. Certifications such as Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), and Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) can enhance their credibility in the field. Prior roles that a person might have before becoming a Purchasing Manager include Purchasing Agent, Procurement Specialist, and Supply Chain Analyst.

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Procurement Manager

  • Glastonbury, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Glastonbury, CT
  • 1 day ago

Job Description We are seeking a dynamic Procurement Manager to lead and coordinate the activities of personnel involved in strategically sourcing, procuring, and expediting the purchase of parts for...

Talent Acquisition Manager/Human Resources

  • Wilton, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilton, CT
  • 1 day ago

We are a Squad on a mission to redefine timekeeping since 1884. Crafting watches that excel from air to land and sea, we embrace a unique blend of casual, sustainable, and inclusive luxury....

Supplier Manager - Cloud

  • Wallingford, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT
  • 4 days ago

Supplier Manager - Cloud **Job Description:** **What You'll Be Doing** + As a Supplier Program Manager you will build influential relationships with key decision makers at assigned suppliers in...

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Purchasing Manager in East Hartford, CT!

  • East Hartford, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • East Hartford, CT
  • 5 days ago

Purchasing Manager** **Location:** East Hartford, CT MondayFriday, 8:00 AM5:00 PM **Salary:** $70,000$90,000 **Full Benefits Package Included** We are seeking an experienced and strategic **Purchasing...

Purchasing Manager in East Hartford, CT!

  • East Hartford, CT
  • 6 days ago
  • East Hartford, CT
  • 6 days ago

Purchasing Manager Location: East Hartford, CT MondayFriday, 8:00 AM5:00 PM Salary: $70,000$90,000 Full Benefits Package Included We are seeking an experienced and strategic Purchasing Manager to lead...

Purchasing Manager

  • Windsor, CT
  • 12 days ago
  • Windsor, CT
  • 12 days ago

New England Expert Technologies is seeking a skilled and strategically minded Purchasing Manager to join our growing Make to Print Aerospace Manufacturing Team....

Procurement Sourcing Specialist

  • CT
  • 13 days ago
  • CT
  • 13 days ago

Previous strategic sourcing experience for assigned categories is highly desired....

Acquisition Manager - Hartford HealthCare Medical Group

  • Wethersfield, CT
  • 14 days ago
  • Wethersfield, CT
  • 14 days ago

Location Detail: 1290 Silas Deane Hwy Wethrsfld (10181) Shift Detail: Mon-Fri Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one...

Pharmacy Purchasing Specialist Hybrid Role

  • Danbury, CT
  • 15 days ago
  • Danbury, CT
  • 15 days ago

Are you an organized, detail oriented and professional Pharmacy Purchasing Specialist who can support the medication supply chain procurement process in a fast-paced healthcare environment? If so,...

Strategic Sourcing Manager, Procurement, Global Services

  • Hartford, CT
  • 16 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 16 days ago

The Strategic Sourcing Team aims to enhance internal Travelers processes....

Purchasing Manager

  • East Hartford, CT
  • 19 days ago
  • East Hartford, CT
  • 19 days ago

A leading defense electronics manufacturer in the Greater Hartford, CT area is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager with expertise in sourcing electronic components and navigating defense industry...

Senior Procurement Manager

  • Stamford, CT
  • 19 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 19 days ago

We care for skin. We care for our people. It all started with a pharmacist and a dream almost 140 years ago. Today, Beiersdorf is a global company with iconic brands - Coppertone, Aquaphor,...

Contract Administrator / Purchasing Procurement

  • Hartford, CT
  • 22 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 22 days ago

Working closely with our strategic supply chain partner to build and sustain value based solutions across Hartford HealthCare, the role provides critical oversight to all Supply Chain strategic sourcing...

Strategic Sourcing Manager

  • New London, CT
  • 28 days ago
  • New London, CT
  • 28 days ago

At a Glance Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Sourcing Manager to join the Data Center Power and Control Team in New London, CT. The sourcing manager manages sourcing operations that build...

Procurement Sourcing Manager

  • Westport, CT
  • 29 days ago
  • Westport, CT
  • 29 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans across assigned categories (e.g., indirect spend, services)....

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Salary for Purchasing Manager Jobs in Connecticut

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Highest Education Level

Purchasing Managers in Connecticut offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.6%
Master's Degree
21.2%
High School or GED
12.9%
Associate's Degree
9.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.5%
Some College
1.7%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Purchasing Managers in Connecticut
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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