Buyer Jobs in Missouri

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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Sourcing & Procurement Manager

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 1 day ago

procurement and / or strategic sourcing initiatives A bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related field Ability to effectively plan and manage multiple projects, tasks, and/or initiatives...

Buyer

  • Brentwood, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Brentwood, MO
  • 4 days ago

The Senior Buyer will work closely with Strategic Sourcing team in sourcing new product streams, finding new vendors, developing commodity strategies, as well as manage assigned projects....

2nd Shift Supply Chain Operations Specialist III

  • Liberty, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Liberty, MO
  • 4 days ago

557093 Location: East Liberty. Oh, US 2nd Shift Supply Chain Operations Specialist III CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around...

Clinical Strategic Sourcing Specialist

  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 8 days ago
  • Saint Joseph, MO
  • 8 days ago

Details Clinical Strategic Sourcing Specialist Supply Chain Full Time Status Day Shift Pay: $63,731.20 - $95,596.80 / year Summary The Clinical Strategic Sourcing Specialist works under the supervision...

Procurement Specialist

  • Carthage, MO
  • 9 days ago
  • Carthage, MO
  • 9 days ago

Who We Are Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic...

Procurement Specialist

  • Sedalia, MO
  • 10 days ago
  • Sedalia, MO
  • 10 days ago

Procurement Specialist Procurement Specialist BH Job ID: 2331 SF Job Req ID: 13353 Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal...

Senior Procurement Specialist

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 10 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 10 days ago

Kansas City Public Schools Senior Procurement Specialist Job Title Code: 01418 Salary Grade: S634 Department: Purchasing Reports To: Director of Purchasing FLSA Status: Exempt Position Summary:...

Purchasing Agent

  • Riverside, MO
  • 10 days ago
  • Riverside, MO
  • 10 days ago

Bunzl Processor Division (BPD) is seeking a Purchasing Agent for our location in Riverside, MO. The Purchasing Agent will maintain current customer and vendor relationships and assist with...

Parts Buyer/Storeroom Technician

  • Springfield, MO
  • 12 days ago
  • Springfield, MO
  • 12 days ago

Manufacturing Parts BuyerStoreroom Technician United States Springfield On-site USD 26.00-27.00 Posted: 2 Apr 2025 ABOUT THE JOB Day Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (Monday - Friday) POSITION...

Sourcing Analyst

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 12 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 12 days ago

About Us Ameren is a leader in the energy industry, and our transformation toward more clean, renewable energy is also transforming other industries and infrastructure in our communities. As a...

Purchasing Agent

  • Harrisonville, MO
  • 12 days ago
  • Harrisonville, MO
  • 12 days ago

Summary America's Car-Mart, Inc. is seeking an organized, hard charging, and detailed individual to purchase vehicles. If you have automotive mechanical knowledge, ability to build a great rapport...

Senior Procurement Specialist

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 16 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 16 days ago

Department: Institutional Finance: Procurement ---- Procurement Position Title: Senior Procurement Specialist Job Family Group: Professional Staff Job Description Summary: Provides assistance and...

Supply Chain Operations Specialist III - East Liberty, OH

  • Liberty, MO
  • 18 days ago
  • Liberty, MO
  • 18 days ago

556478 Location: East Liberty. Oh, US Supply Chain Operations Specialist III - East Liberty, OH CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all...

Strategic Sourcing Specialist

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 20 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 20 days ago

Summary The Strategic Sourcing Specialist is a key supply chain support role within KCNSCs Integrated Supply Chain....

Global Procurement Buyer

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 22 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 22 days ago

The Buyer will support supplier relationship management and the achievement of cost/performance targets....

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Salary for Buyer Jobs in Missouri

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

Highest Education Level

Buyers in Missouri 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 Missouri
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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