Buyer Jobs in Kentucky

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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Procurement Specialist

  • Lexington, KY
  • moments ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • moments ago

Job Description At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of...

Purchasing Agent Intern Summer 2025

  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 days ago

Purchasing Agent Intern - Summer 2025 page is loaded Purchasing Agent Intern - Summer 2025 locations Louisville, KY time type Part time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id JR......

Buyer/Planner

  • Graham, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Graham, KY
  • 4 days ago

Job Description EBAD seeks a Buyer supporting our indirect spend and production programs, reporting to the Senior Supply Chain and Logistics Manager in our Graham, Ky, location....

Commodity Buyer-Insulation, Die Cuts & Misc. Packaging

  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago

Position Commodity Buyer-Insulation, Die Cuts & Misc....

Purchasing Officer I

  • La Grange, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • La Grange, KY
  • 6 days ago

Certification with the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) will substitute for one year of the college requirement OR certification as a Certified...

Procurement Specialist I

  • Lexington, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 7 days ago

They will facilitate strategic sourcing through market and industry analysis, supplier segmentation and supplier research/analytics and build effective relationships with current and potential partners...

Purchasing Agent I

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 8 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 8 days ago

Certification as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) from the Universal Public Certification Council will substitute for one year of the required education....

Procurement Specialist

  • Erlanger, KY
  • 9 days ago
  • Erlanger, KY
  • 9 days ago

Encore Talent Solutions is seeking a Procurement Specialist for an end client requirement. JOB DESCRIPTION Our client seeks a highly organized individual to join our team as our Procurement...

Purchasing Agent II (FFTL)

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 9 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 9 days ago

Certification as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) from the Universal Public Certification Council will substitute for one year of the required education....

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Purchasing Agent

  • Louisville, KY
  • 15 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 15 days ago

Benefits We Offer: Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans Competitive pay rates Referral opportunities? Refer a friend & Cash in! Travel reimbursement and...

Junior Procurement Specialist

  • Louisville, KY
  • 18 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 18 days ago

REQUIRED SKILLS 2-3 years of experience in Procurement Operations, Strategic Sourcing, Financial Analysis or Procurement Transformation....

Procurement Specialist

  • Louisville, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Our Company BrightSpring Health Services Overview Are you investigative? Do you enjoy finding ways to streamline processes, reduce costs, and ensure sources of supplies needed in support of...

Sourcing Analyst

  • Louisville, KY
  • 26 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 26 days ago

Responsible for supporting strategic sourcing initiatives including diversity, social responsibility, and environmental sustainability....

Buyer I Other Foods

  • Louisville, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Buyer I Other Foods Texas Roadhouse - 3.7 Louisville, KY Job Details Full-time Estimated: $36.4K - $71.9K a year 8 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Disability insurance Health insurance On-site...

Indirect Buyer Specialist

  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 45+ days ago

EDUCATION Industrial/ Systems/ Mechanical Engineering, International Commerce, Business, or other relevant 4-year degree preferred EXPERIENCE 2-5 years of Procurement (Strategic Sourcing/Purchasing/...

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Salary for Buyer Jobs in Kentucky

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

Highest Education Level

Buyers in Kentucky offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.7%
Master's Degree
17.3%
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 Kentucky
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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