Purchasing Jobs in New Jersey

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 Specialist

  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 13 hours ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 13 hours ago

Details:Job Title: Procurement SpecialistLocation: Bridgewater, NJZip Code: 08807Start Date: ASAPJob Type: ContractKeywords: #ProcurementSpecialist #NJjobsJOB RESPONSIBILITIES:* Ensure appropriate...

Procurement Manager

  • Swedesboro, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Qualify vendors, evaluate bids, and negotiate prices and terms for purchased goods. Track purchases, monitor vendor quality, and maintain a database of vendor information....

Purchasing Specialist

  • Lindenwold, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Lindenwold, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Knowledge of SAP and SAP Ariba or similar e-procurement software....

Purchasing Director

  • Bloomfield, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Bloomfield, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Purchasing Director Specialty Flavors/Chemical Manufacturing Bloomfield, NJ (No Remote - On-site required) The Purchasing Director is responsible for overseeing and leadership of the purchasing staff...

Purchasing Coordinator

  • Edison, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Edison, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Daily Activities/Responsibilities: Prepare, process and maintain all aspects of routine Purchase Orders....

Senior Manager, Procurement, Research & Development

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Creates robust and appropriate Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) programs for the categories via category and supplier segmentation, metrics/KPI development and application, scorecards, contract...

Global Procurement - Sourcing Associate

  • Warren, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Warren, NJ
  • 6 days ago

Pay Range: $48- $57 Per hour Sourcing and Procurement Hybrid - Must be Onsite on Tue, Wed, Thurs Site Locations: Warren NJ Work Schedule: Normal business hours Job Description: Overview: This...

Senior Manager, Procurement & Vendor Management (R&D Clinical)

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 6 days ago

This position will be on-site in one of the following locations: San Francisco Bay Area / Dallas, TX / Miami, FL / Princeton, NJ *Relocation support will be considered for this role Overview of...

Sourcing Specialist

  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Coordinate with Planning for issuance of initial production purchase orders. Continually report progress, risks to line manager throughout the process....

Purchasing Coordinator

  • Willingboro, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Willingboro, NJ
  • 10 days ago

Daily purchase orders, Drop shipments & Rush orders Addressing purchase order issues Following up on unconfirmed purchase orders ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Distribution Purchasing Generate...

Sr. Procurement Specialist

  • Verona, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Verona, NJ
  • 10 days ago

Electronic components: Lead complex electronics supplier development, material purchasing, and supplier maintenance activities....

Technical Sourcing Specialist

  • Warren, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Warren, NJ
  • 10 days ago

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Aerospace & Hardware Engineering Sourcing Specialist to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for utilizing a variety of...

Lead Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Rail

  • Morris Plains, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Morris Plains, NJ
  • 11 days ago

Excellent supplier relationship management skills. Experience in advanced analysis techniques, data visualization tools....

Lead Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Road

  • Morris Plains, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Morris Plains, NJ
  • 11 days ago

Excellent supplier relationship management skills. Experience in advanced analysis techniques, data visualization tools....

Lead Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Ocean HWA

  • Morris Plains, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Morris Plains, NJ
  • 11 days ago

Excellent supplier relationship management skills. Experience in advanced analysis techniques, data visualization tools....

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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 New Jersey

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

Highest Education Level

Purchasings in New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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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