Purchasing Jobs in Brooklyn Park, MN

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.

1-15 of 27 Jobs

Pre-Construction Field Procurement Manager

  • Plymouth, MN (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Plymouth, MN (4 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 14 days ago

What we will do We are looking for a dynamic person to lead a crucial relationship between our field offices and our supplier base! As a Pre-Construction Field Procurement Manager, you will be the...

Purchasing Specialist

  • Chanhassen, MN (16 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chanhassen, MN (16 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 5 hours ago

Job Summary: Compensation: $56,900 - $79,700 The Purchasing Specialist will include analyzing new requests for materials, determining appropriate action for orders, creating/issuing purchase orders...

IT Sourcing Associate

  • Maplewood, MN (17 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Maplewood, MN (17 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Seeking a new job opportunity? Dont miss this role! Dahl Consulting is currently partnering with a leading company in Maplewood, MN. We work one-on-one with great candidates to help connect them...

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PUR Sourcing Associate

  • Saint Paul, MN (16 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (16 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 5 days ago

Expertise in supplier relationship management and contract negotiation. Familiarity with manufacturing processes and technical procurement alignment....

Sourcing Associate (27851)

  • Saint Paul, MN (16 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (16 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 5 days ago

Seeking a new job opportunity? Don't miss this role! Dahl Consulting is currently partnering with a leading company in Maplewood, MN. We work one-on-one with great candidates to help connect them...

Procurement Sourcing Associate - Molding & Metals

  • Maplewood, MN (17 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Maplewood, MN (17 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 5 days ago

Our client, _a global manufacturing leader_, is seeking a **Procurement Sourcing Associate - Molding & Metals** to join their team, working **Hybrid** in **Maplewood, MN**. This is a **12-Month...

EAR Sourcing Specialist

  • Minneapolis, MN (7 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (7 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 10 days ago

The Experienced Advisor Recruiting (EAR) Sourcing Specialist will play a critical role in identifying, attracting, and engaging top-tier financial advisors to join Ameriprise Financial. This...

Purchasing Coordinator

  • Minneapolis, MN (7 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (7 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 12 days ago

Following strict SOPs, works with the Purchasing unit in the Controller's Office to assist collecting required documentation for purchases....

Strategic Sourcing Specialist

  • Minneapolis, MN (7 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (7 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 13 days ago

Experience more with a career at COUNTRY Financial! We're excited you're interested in a career at COUNTRY as we strive toward our vision - to enrich lives in the communities we serve. Our...

Purchasing Coordinator University of Minnesota Twin Cities

  • Minneapolis, MN (7 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (7 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 13 days ago

Following strict SOPs, works with the Purchasing unit in the Controlleras Office to assist collecting required documentation for purchases....

Strategic Sourcing Specialist

  • Golden Valley, MN (8 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Golden Valley, MN (8 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 15 days ago

Benefits: As a Pentair employee, you would enjoy a wide array of benefit options to help keep you and your family healthy and protected, health benefits, a generous 401(k), employee stock purchase program...

Senior Sourcing Specialist - OEM

  • Maple Grove, MN (7 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 19 days ago
  • Maple Grove, MN (7 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 19 days ago

We offer dynamic healthcare plans, generous 401K and stock purchasing programs, tuition reimbursement opportunities, and paid time away for holidays, vacations, and illness....

Principal Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Metals

  • Maple Grove, MN (7 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 26 days ago
  • Maple Grove, MN (7 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 26 days ago

team(s) as needed Required qualifications: Bachelor's degree Minimum 5 years of experience with strategic sourcing, procurement and supplier relationship management in a manufacturing environment Experience...

Purchasing Agent

  • Woodbury, MN (23 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 26 days ago
  • Woodbury, MN (23 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 26 days ago

Kraft Mechanical Purchasing Agent in Woodbury , Minnesota The Purchasing Agent is responsible for managing the purchasing process and ensuring that goods and services are procured in a timely, cost-effective...

Procurement Specialist

  • Saint Paul, MN (16 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 28 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (16 miles from Brooklyn Park, MN)
  • 28 days ago

Takes appropriate action to correct errors and implement changes in processes to stop errors from occurring Places purchase orders for assigned purchased goods and services Data entry into a database...

Demographic Data for Brooklyn Park, MN

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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...
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...
Procurement (Sourcing & Purchasing)
Procurement is the process of acquiring goods, services, or works from external suppliers to meet the needs of an organization. It is a critical function within supply chain management and...

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Salary for Purchasing Jobs in Brooklyn Park, MN

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

Highest Education Level

Purchasings in Brooklyn Park, MN 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 Brooklyn Park, MN
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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