Purchasing Jobs in El Cajon, 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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Plumbing Procurement Specialist

  • El Cajon, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA
  • 3 days ago

You will collaborate with our project manager and superintendent and vendors to ensure timely delivery and cost-effective purchasing solutions....

Manager, Procurement Operations

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 6 days ago

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement within the biotechnology or life sciences industry, a deep understanding of commercial scale-up purchasing, supplier relationship management...

Procurement Specialist

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 9 days ago

This individual will use ERP systems to manage the end-to-end Purchase Order cycle....

Receiving and Purchasing Manager University of San Diego

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Other purchasing job duties as assigned....

Receiving and Purchasing Manager

  • La Jolla, CA (22 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • La Jolla, CA (22 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Other purchasing job duties as assigned....

Receiving and Purchasing Manager

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Other purchasing job duties as assigned....

Purchasing Agent

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Oversee and update contracts, material take-offs, and purchasing systems like BuildPro and JDE accounting related to trade partners....

Sourcing Specialist (Hybrid)

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Insight Global Sourcing Specialist (Hybrid) in San Diego , California Job Description A gas turbine company in San Diego is looking for a Sourcing Specialist to join their team. The Sourcing...

Purchasing Manager

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Job Title: Purchasing Manager Food & Beverage Location: San Diego, CA Overview: Our campus in San Diego is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Manager to oversee food and beverage procurement for a...

Sr Manager, Procurement

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 29 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 29 days ago

orders for the procurement of goods, services and supplies for customer-related business processes or for internal use as a generalist or in a combination of Purchasing Disciplines....

Purchasing Coordinator (Expeditor)

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

The ideal candidate will have: A minimum of two years of experience in inventory management or purchasing....

Procurement Manager

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

About Us: Chosen Foods is a leading 100% Avocado Oil brand dedicated to delivering high-quality products to our customers. We pride ourselves on innovation, sustainability, and excellence, and we...

Sourcing Specialist - Component

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Company: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area: Operations Group, Operations Group > Sourcing General Summary: Component Sourcing Specialist at Qualcomm will be responsible for developing and...

Demographic Data for El Cajon, CA

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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...
Accounting: Purchase Ledger
Course overview For any business, keeping a record of what you purchase is a must. Purchase ledger helps you to keep all your purchase records in one place. Learn how to manage a purchase ledger...

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Salary for Purchasing Jobs in El Cajon, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Purchasings in El Cajon, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.7%
High School or GED
17.1%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Master's Degree
12.4%
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 El Cajon, CA
2-4 years
48.6%
1-2 years
22.5%
None
15.5%
4-6 years
12.8%
8-10 years
0.7%


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