Buyer Jobs in Lincoln, NE

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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Plant Buyer

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 5 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 5 days ago

Plant Buyer Continental - 4.0 Lincoln, NE Job Details Estimated: $59.5K - $78.7K a year 5 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Paid time off 401(k) matching Employee discount Qualifications SAP ERP...

Buyer II

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 6 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 6 days ago

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

Purchasing - Plant/Production Buyer

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 6 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 6 days ago

Job Description The Plant Buyer is responsible for the overall ContiTech IAM plant purchasing responsibilities for our Lincoln, NE Plant....

Procurement Administrator (Smart Chicken) - 1st Shift - Waverly, NE

  • Waverly, NE (13 miles from Lincoln, NE)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Waverly, NE (13 miles from Lincoln, NE)
  • 30+ days ago

of lading for Purchasing Supervisor Ship parts and samples as needed Assist maintenance technicians to retrieve parts in the Parts Room as needed Other duties as assigned REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrate...

Demographic Data for Lincoln, NE

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Salary for Buyer Jobs in Lincoln, NE

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

Highest Education Level

Buyers in Lincoln, NE 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 Lincoln, NE
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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