Purchasing Jobs in Corte Madera, CA

A Purchaser in the retail industry, also known as a Buyer, plays a crucial role in managing the acquisition of products or services for a retail store or chain. They are responsible for finding, evaluating, and acquiring products that meet their company's needs and are of the best quality and price. They also negotiate with suppliers, maintain relationships, and assess the performance of existing vendors. A Purchasing Manager analyzes consumer buying patterns and predicts future trends to ensure the timely availability of products in stores.

Key skills for a Purchaser include strong negotiation skills, excellent analytical abilities, good numerical skills, and a keen understanding of the retail industry. They should also have strong interpersonal skills to liaise with vendors and internal teams effectively. Knowledge of procurement software and methodologies is beneficial. Certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) can boost their credibility and skills. Before becoming a Purchaser, an individual may have roles such as a Purchasing Assistant, Procurement Analyst, or Inventory Specialist.

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Procurement Manager

Alameda, CA (16 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
7 days ago

Alameda, CA (16 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
7 days ago

Work with Regional VP or Regional Executive to ensure purchasing strategies and initiatives align with Regional Goals....

Sr Manager, Procurement - Professional Services

San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
10 days ago

San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
10 days ago

.* Employee stock purchase plan.* Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.* See more of the benefits we offer. *For eligible employees...

Vehicle Purchasing Agent

American Canyon, CA (24 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
10 days ago

American Canyon, CA (24 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
10 days ago

The Vehicle Purchasing Agent (VPA) is responsible for providing quality, efficient customer service regarding vehicle purchases and related programs....

Purchasing Manager

South San Francisco, CA (18 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
11 days ago

South San Francisco, CA (18 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
11 days ago

Purchase Orders: Create, submit, and track purchase orders to ensure timely product availability....

Procurement Professional / Purchasing Agent / Buyer

San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
30+ days ago

San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
30+ days ago

processing purchases through ERP [preferably SAP]....

Senior Procurement Specialist

Oakland, CA (18 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
30+ days ago

Oakland, CA (18 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
30+ days ago

You will be responsible for owning the purchasing policy and processes within Everlaw....

Contracts Manager, Procurement

San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
30+ days ago

San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
30+ days ago

Airtable Legal strives to provide proactive, realistic, and strategic advice that drives maximum business impact and reflects Airtable's integrity, creativity, and ambition. This Contracts...

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Contracts Manager, Procurement

Oakland, CA (18 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
30+ days ago

Oakland, CA (18 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
30+ days ago

Preferred Licenses/Certifications : Certified Materials & Resource Professional, Certified Professional in Supply Management, Certified Purchasing Manager....

Purchasing agent

San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
45+ days ago

San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
45+ days ago

Project - Purchasing Agent POSITION SUMMARY This role is responsible for acting as our Projects Onsite Project Purchasing Agent work to include fulfilling material orders, take offs, will call orders...

Talent Acquisition Manager

Oakland, CA (18 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
60+ days ago

Oakland, CA (18 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
60+ days ago

Job Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and highly adaptable recruitment leader to oversee staffing requirements for new business and staffing ramp-ups across multiple locations. This position will...

Project Procurement Manager

San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
90+ days ago

San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
90+ days ago

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries,...

Manager, Procurement

Oakland, CA (18 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
90+ days ago

Oakland, CA (18 miles from Corte Madera, CA)
90+ days ago

Prepares and issues purchase orders and change notices; reviews purchase order claims and contracts for conformation to company policy. 14....

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Demographic Data for Corte Madera, CA

Moving to Corte Madera, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Corte Madera, CA below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Corte Madera, CA

Local

National

Total Population

10,204

Number of Businesses

521

City Size

Medium/Sm

Purchasing Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Purchase management

On this online course you will find all necessary tools o correctly plan demand, and you will acquire knowledge for forecasting, strategic sourcing, management and provider evaluation. For a...

Purchase Management

This course covers all the different activities that are needed for management of purchasing. Procurement is an integral part of all organizations. It is one of the key processes that help a...

Purchase Ledger Management

Enter the world of financial precision with this course on purchase ledger management. This accounting and bookkeeping course lays out the essential techniques used to effectively oversee purchase...

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Salary for Purchasing Jobs in Corte Madera, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Purchasings in Corte Madera, CA offer the following education background

Bachelor's Degree

43.8%

High School or GED

16.8%

Associate's Degree

13.4%

Master's Degree

12.7%

Vocational Degree or Certification

8.5%

Some College

3.1%

Some High School

1.0%

Doctorate Degree

0.8%

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Purchasings in Corte Madera, CA

2-4 years

48.6%

1-2 years

22.5%

None

15.5%

4-6 years

12.8%

8-10 years

0.7%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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