Buyer Jobs in Indiana

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.

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Purchasing Agent

  • Elkhart, IN
  • 7 hours ago
  • Elkhart, IN
  • 7 hours ago

Summary/Objective: The Purchasing Agent/Buyer obtains requirements by verifying, preparing, and forwarding purchase orders; verifies receipt of items; authorizes payment....

Strategic Buyer - Procurement

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 1 day ago

Job Requirements Sweetwater, the nation's number one online retailer of music instruments and pro audio gear, is seeking a meticulous and experienced Strategic Buyer to join our growing Procurement...

Purchasing Administrator

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago

Role Overview: The Purchasing Administrator position serves as a Buyer within the Central Office procurement team....

Indirect Sourcing Analyst

  • Portage, IN
  • 3 days ago
  • Portage, IN
  • 3 days ago

Standard Textile has been inspiring care, comfort, and change in our communities since 1940. While our business is creating innovative textiles, it's our purpose that guides the solutions we offer...

Buyer II

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 5 days ago

(For example, the pharmacy buyers are required to maintain a pharmacy tech license.)...

Strategic Sourcing Specialist

  • Lafayette, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Lafayette, IN
  • 5 days ago

Growth Opportunity as a Strategic Sourcing Specialist Can you implement commodity strategies? Are you known for your success with process improvement? Do you have a keen eye for market trends and...

Hybrid -Buyer

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 6 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 6 days ago

Hybrid -Buyer ID: 547779 Posted: 2/18/2025 Location: Indianapolis, IN Category: Admin - Administrative Job Type: Temporary Duration: 9 - 12 Months Description Are you a Buyer who is looking to join...

Buyer

  • Elkhart, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • Elkhart, IN
  • 8 days ago

A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, or 2) certification as a Certified Public Procurement Buyer, Certified Professional Procurement Officer, or Certified Purchasing Manager...

Buyer - SSU Engine Proprietary

  • IN
  • 9 days ago
  • IN
  • 9 days ago

Education Qualification BE - Mechanical, Production, Electrical & Electronics General Experience 2 to 6 yrs experience Critical Experience Experience in Data Analyst role, MIS, Good Communication - buyer...

Procurement Specialist

  • Granger, IN
  • 12 days ago
  • Granger, IN
  • 12 days ago

Identifying potential product conversions for cost savings, coordinating the trial process and working with end users, vendors and buyers to ensure a smooth transition to the new product and minimize...

MRO Buyer

  • Terre Haute, IN
  • 13 days ago
  • Terre Haute, IN
  • 13 days ago

The Position: The MRO Buyer is responsible for the Procurement of goods and services at the best possible cost for assigned commodities....

Buyer

  • West Lafayette, IN
  • 13 days ago
  • West Lafayette, IN
  • 13 days ago

Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace...

Fresh Buyer

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 14 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 14 days ago

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and,...

Purchasing Agent

  • Middlebury, IN
  • 14 days ago
  • Middlebury, IN
  • 14 days ago

Winnebago Industries is a leading manufacturer of outdoor lifestyle products under the iconic Winnebago, Grand Design, Chris-Craft, Newmar, and Barletta Boats brands. Our 6,300+ team members...

Business Supply Buyer

  • Portage, IN
  • 15 days ago
  • Portage, IN
  • 15 days ago

Business Supply Buyer Business Supply Buyer remote type On Site locations 99 - Corporate time type Full time posted on Posted Today job requisition id R25733 Location: Sunrise, Florida This role is...

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Salary for Buyer Jobs in Indiana

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

Highest Education Level

Buyers in Indiana offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.7%
Master's Degree
17.2%
High School or GED
15.4%
Associate's Degree
11.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.8%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Buyers in Indiana
4-6 years
42.9%
2-4 years
23.8%
6-8 years
19.0%
8-10 years
9.5%
1-2 years
4.8%


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