Purchasing Jobs in Florida

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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Sr Procurement Specialist

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 5 hours ago

Knowledge of and the ability to utilized best practices in purchasing, procurement and client negotiation....

Senior Sourcing Specialist-Food and Beverage

  • Lake Buena Vista, FL
  • 14 hours ago
  • Lake Buena Vista, FL
  • 14 hours ago

About the Role & Team The Senior Sourcing Specialist will be a part of the Food and Beverage Category Sourcing Team; and be responsible for Food and Beverage related Sourcing & Procurement...

Talent Acq Sourcing Specialist

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 1 day ago

Department Human Resources Job Summary The Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist is responsible for leveraging various social media platforms to enhance the recruitment strategy of creating and...

Procurement Specialist

  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago

Analyze market trends, supply conditions, and price fluctuations to make informed purchasing decisions....

Procurement Specialist

  • Sunrise, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Sunrise, FL
  • 1 day ago

Knowledge of governmental purchasing methods and procedures in the purchase of diversified commodities, services, and the administration of contracts....

Senior Manager, Procurement - Marketing (NYC or ATL)

  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL
  • 2 days ago

Id : 73467, Title : Senior Manager, Procurement - Marketing (NYC or ATL), Category : Finance, RequisitionType : Professional, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...083, ExternalPostedStartDate :...

Purchasing Assistant

  • Orlando, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 2 days ago

Purchasing Assistant Job Summary: Entry Level. Purchase job materials and keep track of purchase orders Supervisory Responsibilities: None....

Sourcing Specialist

  • FL
  • 2 days ago
  • FL
  • 2 days ago

employment; 4 weeks of paid parental leave; in 2025, 11 company-paid holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 optional floating holidays), subject to change yearly; 401(k) retirement plan; and employee stock purchase...

Director of Purchasing

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 2 days ago

Summary: Develop and execute strategic purchasing plans to optimize cost savings, quality, and efficiency in the procurement process....

Technical Equipment Procurement Specialist

  • Orlando, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 3 days ago

Basic knowledge/understanding of electronics and technical products that purchased preferred. Previous purchasing experience preferred. Ability to work under pressure of deadlines....

Procurement Specialist

  • St Augustine, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • St Augustine, FL
  • 3 days ago

Resolve Supplier quality issues, purchase order accounting issues and problem receipts....

Buyer/Purchasing Assistant

  • Sanford, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Sanford, FL
  • 4 days ago

Work with internal teams to forecast purchasing needs and align procurement strategies with business objectives. Ensure all purchases meet quality and compliance standards....

Purchasing Agent

  • Doral, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Doral, FL
  • 4 days ago

Purchasing AgentJob Description The Purchasing Agent is responsible for purchasing aircraft components, as well as supporting other departments, as necessary in the evaluation of current assets....

Construction Procurement Manager

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 4 days ago

Your responsibility will also include analyzing bids and supporting the development of project estimates and issuing subcontracts and purchase orders....

Purchasing Coordinator (Pool)

  • Lutz, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Lutz, FL
  • 4 days ago

Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years of hospital supply and purchasing management experience. Effective communication skills....

Demographic Data for Florida

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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...
Purchasing and Supplies Management
Purchases managers play a vital role within organizations, wielding significant influence over resource acquisition, cost control, and the delivery of top-tier products and services. Their adept...

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Salary for Purchasing Jobs in Florida

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

Highest Education Level

Purchasings in Florida offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.6%
High School or GED
17.0%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Master's Degree
12.6%
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 Florida
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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