Purchasing Manager Jobs in Norwalk, CT

A Purchasing Manager in the logistics industry is responsible for overseeing and managing the purchasing activities of a company. They play a vital role in sourcing raw materials, goods, and services, negotiating contracts and prices, creating and implementing purchasing strategies, and maintaining healthy relationships with suppliers. Their primary objective is to ensure uninterrupted supply chain operations at the most cost-effective prices. They also manage a team of purchasing officers and other staff and are involved in recruitment, training, and performance evaluation of these employees.

A successful Purchasing Manager should possess strong analytical skills, negotiation skills, and decision-making abilities. They should be proficient in materials management and inventory control, and should also have a good understanding of supply chain management. Certifications such as Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), and Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) can enhance their credibility in the field. Prior roles that a person might have before becoming a Purchasing Manager include Purchasing Agent, Procurement Specialist, and Supply Chain Analyst.

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Procurement Manager

  • Stamford, CT (7 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stamford, CT (7 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 1 day ago

About this position About this Position At Henkel, you can build on a strong legacy and leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses to reimagine and improve life every day. If you...

Procurement Manager

  • White Plains, NY (18 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • White Plains, NY (18 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Mavis Discount Tire -Tire Procurement Manager Put your career into high gear with Mavis Discount Tire! We're looking for a full Tire Procurement Manager to join Team Mavis at our Operations...

Program Manager - Purchasing Systems

  • Orange, CT (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Orange, CT (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities The Purchasing Manager for Process Management will support the Purchasing organization with a range of responsibilities, including: Provide support to suppliers, Purchasing Team, and...

Purchasing Manager

  • Melville, NY (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Melville, NY (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Overview Job Title: Purchasing Manager Job Location: Melville, NY Salary: $100,000-$130,000/yr Responsibilities Provide strategic direction and leadership to the manufacturing team to achieve production...

Sourcing Manager - Purchasing

  • Orange, CT (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Orange, CT (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Job Title: Sourcing Manager - Purchasing Location: Rochester, NY; Orange, CT. Work type: Office The salary range for this position is dependent upon experience, ranging from $94,490 to $129,924....

Sourcing Specialist - ENTRY LEVEL

  • Melville, NY (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Melville, NY (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 10 days ago

Entry level opportunity: Now Hiring a HYBRID Sourcing Specialist to join our team!! Entry level business graduates encouraged to apply We are seeking a motivated Sourcing Specialist to take charge...

Urgently Hiring A Sourcing Specialist - Entry Level!

  • Melville, NY (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Melville, NY (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 10 days ago

Now Hiring a HYBRID Sourcing Specialist to join our rapidly growing team!! Entry level business graduates encouraged to apply Job Description: The Sourcing Specialist will actively manage the...

Hotel Sourcing Specialist

  • Melville, NY (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 11 days ago
  • Melville, NY (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 11 days ago

Summary/Objective The Hotel Sourcing Specialist will actively manage the hotel and ground transportation procurement process for our clients. In this role, responsibilities include creating hotel...

Attendee Acquisition Manager - Security Events

  • Norwalk, CT
  • 13 days ago
  • Norwalk, CT
  • 13 days ago

Attendee Acquisition Manager Are you passionate about customer experience and creating unforgettable events? Would you like to drive attendance at world class trade shows and events? About our...

HYBRID Sourcing Specialist

  • Melville, NY (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 22 days ago
  • Melville, NY (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 22 days ago

Entry level opportunity: Now Hiring a HYBRID Sourcing Specialist to join our team!! *Calling center, great resume builder, opportunity for hybrid schedule and learn the logistical world for...

Entry Level Sourcing Specialist

  • Melville, NY (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 24 days ago
  • Melville, NY (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 24 days ago

Entry level opportunity: Now Hiring a HYBRID Sourcing Specialist to join our team!! Entry level business graduates encouraged to apply We are seeking a motivated Sourcing Specialist to take charge...

Procurement Manager - Raw Materials

  • Stamford, CT (7 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 26 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (7 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 26 days ago

Job ID 31057 Procurement Manager - Raw Materials Regular Niagara Falls, Canada ( Falls,Canada) Atequiza Jalisco, Mexico Bristol - PA, United States of America ( - PA,United States of America)...

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Procurement Manager - Sugar

  • Purchase, NY (15 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 27 days ago
  • Purchase, NY (15 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 27 days ago

Overview Manager, PepsiCo Sugar Procurement will have responsibility for financial reporting for North America sugar (L) which includes commodity hedging/coverage, pricing updates, sugar buy plan...

Sourcing Manager

  • Stamford, CT (7 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 29 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (7 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 29 days ago

About ITT: ITT is an industrial manufacturer of critical, engineered components that serve fast-growing end markets in transportation, flow, energy, aerospace and defense. The companys...

Sourcing Specialist - Melville, NY

  • Melville, NY (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Melville, NY (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

. API is seeking a full-time Sourcing Specialist to manage the hotel and ground transportation procurement process and produce high-quality destination presentations for our cruise line client....

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Salary for Purchasing Manager Jobs in Norwalk, CT

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Highest Education Level

Purchasing Managers in Norwalk, CT offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.6%
Master's Degree
21.1%
High School or GED
13.0%
Associate's Degree
9.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.5%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Purchasing Managers in Norwalk, CT
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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