Purchasing Manager Jobs in New Jersey

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

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 6 hours ago

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a...

Director, Procurement

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 15 hours ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 15 hours ago

With a company culture rooted in collaboration, expertise and innovation, we aim to promote progress and inspire our clients, employees, investors and communities to achieve their greatest...

Strategic Sourcing Manager, Vice President

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 15 hours ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 15 hours ago

Major Responsibilities: Strategic Sourcing Strategy Development & Execution: Develop a comprehensive strategic sourcing strategy for various lines of business in alignment with defined business objectives...

Purchasing Manager

  • South Plainfield, NJ
  • 15 hours ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ
  • 15 hours ago

How You'll Add Value Azenta Life Sciences is seeking a Purchasing Manager to join our growing and dynamic organization....

Sr. Associate Director, Procurement Excellence Princeton University

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 20 hours ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 20 hours ago

Sr. Associate Director, Procurement Excellence US-NJ-Princeton Job ID: 2025-20338 Type: Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Financial Services and Procurement Overview The Senior Associate...

Associate Supplier Relationship Manager

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Changing lives. Building Careers. Joining us is a chance to do important work that creates change and shapes the future of healthcare. Thinking differently is what we do best. To us, change equals...

Vendor Manager III (US)

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Work Location: Mount Laurel, New Jersey, United States of America Hours: 40 Pay Details: $86,840 - $130,000 USD TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all...

Strategic Sourcing Mgr, Agencies & Marketing Excellence

  • East Hanover, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • East Hanover, NJ
  • 4 days ago

You will bring experience and knowledge in: Strategic sourcing and risk management Proven experience in negotiating, contract review, supplier management principles and project management Business and...

Supplier Manager

  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Supplier Manager Job Description: As a Cybersecurity Supplier Program Manager you will build influential relationships with key decision makers at assigned suppliers in order to grow sales and...

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Sr Manager Procurement Beauty Cosmetics New Product Development

  • Summit, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Summit, NJ
  • 5 days ago

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, personal care insights and cross-functional collaboration to deliver high-quality, cost-effective...

Kenvue is currently recruiting for: Senior Manager Procurement, New Product Development Skin, Beauty and Essential Health This position reports into Sr Director NPD Procurement. Who we are At...

Talent Acquisition Manager, Contract Logistics/3PL

  • Cranbury, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Cranbury, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Are you thinking about advancing your career with one of the most successful logistics organizations worldwide? Here at Kuehne+Nagel, our Talent Acquisition Center of Excellence is looking for an...

Purchasing Manager

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Purchasing Manager Requirements: *Manage a team of Buyers in support of all quoting, purchasing, and procurement activities for the business....

Associate Director, Procurement, Category Lead - Corporate Affairs

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 8 days ago

The Associate Director, Category Lead - Corporate Affairs is responsible for development of strong business relationships while leading the strategic sourcing and procurement activities for engagements...

Purchasing Manager

  • Whippany, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Whippany, NJ
  • 10 days ago

Job Description: Purchasing Manager Whippany Actuation Systems is a dynamic aerospace company that designs and manufactures electromechanical actuators and control electronics for commercial and military...

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Purchasing Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Purchasing Manager Jobs in New Jersey

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Highest Education Level

Purchasing Managers in New Jersey offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.6%
Master's Degree
21.1%
High School or GED
13.0%
Associate's Degree
9.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.5%
Some College
1.8%
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 New Jersey
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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