Buyer Jobs in Union City, CA
A Buyer in the logistics industry is responsible for purchasing goods, materials, or services for their company to use or resell. They are required to analyze market trends, maintain inventory levels, negotiate deals with suppliers, evaluate the quality of products, and work closely with other departments such as sales and production to ensure the company's supply needs are met. Their role is critical to the company's profitability and efficiency as they strive to find high-quality products at the best rates. They also need to have a strong understanding of supply chain management.
Key skills for a Buyer in the logistics industry include excellent negotiation and communication skills, strong analytical thinking, and a good understanding of supply and demand trends. Certification such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) can be advantageous. A background in business, finance, or a related field is typically required. Roles that a person may have before becoming a Buyer could include Purchasing Assistant, Inventory Analyst, or Procurement Specialist.
Prepared Foods Order Writer (Deli / Culinary - Buyer / Inventory Replenishment)
- San Leandro, CA (10 miles from Union City, CA)
- 15 hours ago
- San Leandro, CA (10 miles from Union City, CA)
- 15 hours ago
Orders, replenishes and merchandises prepared foods products and participates in regional programs for purchasing and promotions. Monitors inventory control and replenishes product. Assists in...
Prepared Foods Order Writer (Deli / Culinary - Buyer / Inventory Replenishment) - Full Time
- San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
- 2 days ago
- San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
- 2 days ago
Orders, replenishes and merchandises prepared foods products and participates in regional programs for purchasing and promotions. Monitors inventory control and replenishes product. Assists in...
Produce Order Writer (Buyer / Inventory Replenishment) - Full Time
- Fremont, CA (4 miles from Union City, CA)
- 2 days ago
- Fremont, CA (4 miles from Union City, CA)
- 2 days ago
Orders, replenishes, and merchandises produce and participates in regional programs for purchasing and promotions. Monitors inventory control and replenishes product based upon WFM ordering...
Position Description At a Glance Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to join the Finelite Team in Union City, CA. What Will You Do?...
Buyers to build upon best-practices. Build and maintain vendor relationships to not only support PO fulfillment, but also negotiate volume discounts and price breaks wherever possible....
- San Jose, CA (19 miles from Union City, CA)
- 4 days ago
- San Jose, CA (19 miles from Union City, CA)
- 4 days ago
Job Req ID: 26290 About Supermicro: Supermicro is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data,...
- Pleasanton, CA (11 miles from Union City, CA)
- 7 days ago
- Pleasanton, CA (11 miles from Union City, CA)
- 7 days ago
#bringyourflavor #LI-ED1 What you will be doing The Own Brands Strategic Sourcing Department has an opening for a Sr. Sourcing Analyst....
Procurement Specialist- Remote
- San Jose, CA (19 miles from Union City, CA)
- 9 days ago
- San Jose, CA (19 miles from Union City, CA)
- 9 days ago
Procurement Specialist- Remote Office, Clerical & Administrative $ 26 / Hour location_on San Jose, Californiapass_calibration Remote work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON...
Remote WorkPrepared Foods Order Writer (Deli / Culinary - Buyer / Inventory Replenishment) - Full Time
- Berkeley, CA (22 miles from Union City, CA)
- 9 days ago
- Berkeley, CA (22 miles from Union City, CA)
- 9 days ago
Orders, replenishes and merchandises prepared foods products and participates in regional programs for purchasing and promotions. Monitors inventory control and replenishes product. Assists in...
Procurement Professional / Purchasing Agent / Buyer
- San Jose, CA (19 miles from Union City, CA)
- 15 days ago
- San Jose, CA (19 miles from Union City, CA)
- 15 days ago
Why Join Us? As the world's leading vendor of Cyber Security, facing the most sophisticated threats and attacks, we've assembled a global team of the most driven, creative, and innovative people....
- Oakland, CA (15 miles from Union City, CA)
- 15 days ago
- Oakland, CA (15 miles from Union City, CA)
- 15 days ago
Possess an active Certificate of Professional Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) from the Institute of Supply Management (ISM) or equivalent certification....
- Fremont, CA (4 miles from Union City, CA)
- 18 days ago
- Fremont, CA (4 miles from Union City, CA)
- 18 days ago
Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 3-5 related experience in IT Manufacturing/Supply Chain/Operations functions such as Purchasing/Commodity Management/Demand Management...
- Fremont, CA (4 miles from Union City, CA)
- 18 days ago
- Fremont, CA (4 miles from Union City, CA)
- 18 days ago
Qualifications : Bachelors Degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 3-5 related experience in IT Manufacturing/Supply Chain/Operations functions such as Purchasing/Commodity Management/Demand Management...
- San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
- 18 days ago
- San Francisco, CA (23 miles from Union City, CA)
- 18 days ago
Procurement Specialist Hinge-Health - 2.9 San Francisco, CA Job Details Full-time $104,000 - $156,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Travel reimbursement Health insurance Dental insurance Vision...
Full Time Prepared Foods Order Writer (Deli / Culinary - Buyer / Inventory Replenishment)
- Los Altos, CA (17 miles from Union City, CA)
- 23 days ago
- Los Altos, CA (17 miles from Union City, CA)
- 23 days ago
Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to...
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- APICS
- Commodity Management
- Just-in-Time
- Global Sourcing
- Supplier Development
- Purchasing Management
- Request for Quotation
- Replenishing
- Category Management
- Expediting
- Strategic Sourcing
- Manufacturing Resource Planning
- Supplier Management
- Import and Export
- Requisitions
- Supply Chain
- Cost Analysis
- Purchase Orders
- Supply Chain Management
- FDA Regulations
- Cost Reduction
- Enterprise Resource Planning
- Contract Management
- Specifications
- Inventory Control
- Contract Negotiation
- Business Administration
- Vendor Management
- Systems Applications & Products
- Distribution
- Engineering
- Procurement
- Strategy Development
- Logistics
- Finance
- Purchasing
- Accounting
- Punctual
- Negotiation
- Documentation
- Collaboration
- Materials Management
- Reporting
- Bachelor's Degree
- Inventory Management
- Regulations
- Sales
- Policy Development
- Problem Solving
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Time Management
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Research Skills
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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