Buyer Jobs in Madison, MS

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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Buyer II

  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 6 days ago

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Procurement Officer II

  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 8 days ago

See for information regarding this classifications This is advanced-level professional procurement work. The incumbent is involved in directing a procurement program. Incumbents direct and analyze...

Central Procurement Specialist

  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 11 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 11 days ago

Job Segment: Procurement, Supply Chain, Nuclear Engineering, Buyer, Nuclear, Operations, Engineering, Energy...

Sourcing Analyst - Supply Chain - Purchasing

  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 19 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 19 days ago

Hello, Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application:...

Procurement Officer II

  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 25 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 25 days ago

PROCUREMENT OFFICER II OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT NON-STATE; TIME LIMITED Salary Range: $43,510.00 - $65,329.00 Salary will be negotiable and commensurate with experience. RESPONSIBILITIES: The...

Procurement Specialist I - Madison, MS (Evergreen)

  • Madison, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Madison, MS
  • 30+ days ago

discretion of the manager, perform negotiations with pre-approval from your manager and/or senior lead as well as monitoring and tracking supplier acknowledgments, delivery status, assisting senior buyers...

Procurement Specialist

  • Madison, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Madison, MS
  • 30+ days ago

discretion of the manager, perform negotiations with pre-approval from your manager and/or senior lead as well as monitoring and tracking supplier acknowledgements, delivery status, assisting senior buyers...

Procurement Officer I

  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 45+ days ago

Procurement Officer I Salary $33,624.00 Annually Location 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS Job Type Full-Time Job Number 9047-0...hi Department 0733 - MS STATE VETERANS HOMES SYSTEM Opening Date 01/23/2025...

Senior Staff Capital Projects Procurement Specialist

  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 45+ days ago

Senior Staff Capital Projects Procurement Specialist Work Place Flexibility: Hybrid Legal Entity: Entergy Operations, Inc.-EOI This is a hybrid position, reporting to the office 3 days a week. The...

Buyer/Madison/53952

  • Madison, MS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Madison, MS
  • 45+ days ago

Parker Hannifin Corporation Buyer/Madison/53952 in Madison , Mississippi This position is for a Buyer with a company located in Madison....

Strategic Buyer

  • Richland, MS (19 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richland, MS (19 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 45+ days ago

The Strategic Buyer will be involved in developing relationships with internal collaborators and becoming a valued partner in the sourcing process....

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Salary for Buyer Jobs in Madison, MS

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

Highest Education Level

Buyers in Madison, MS 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 Madison, MS
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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