Purchasing Jobs in Michigan

A Purchasing Manager for the construction industry is responsible for buying goods, materials, and services on behalf of the company to ensure necessary operations continue smoothly. This includes sourcing new suppliers, negotiating contracts, tracking orders, and maintaining vendor relationships. They play a critical role in procurement and supply chain operations, ensuring the company gets value for money, quality, timely delivery, and risk mitigation in its dealings with suppliers. They have comprehensive knowledge of the construction process and materials, and a deep understanding of supply chain management.

Prior to becoming a Purchasing Manager, an individual might serve as a Purchasing Agent or Procurement Specialist, roles that would provide valuable experience in vendor negotiations, contract management, and cost analysis. It's essential that they possess strong negotiation and communication skills, problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to analyze market trends. A certification, such as a Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) or a Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), can demonstrate a high level of professionalism and proficiency in the field. Further, knowledge of purchasing procedures and experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems will be advantageous.

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Global Purchasing Manager

  • Southfield, MI
  • 14 hours ago
  • Southfield, MI
  • 14 hours ago

The Purchasing Manager will direct and control the purchasing efforts for the Direct Material Commodities within the Global Aftermarket....

Purchasing Agent

  • Saline, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Saline, MI
  • 1 day ago

Process purchase requisitions related to builds by creating purchase orders with vendors while effectively managing raw materials inventory levels....

Purchasing Manager

  • Pontiac, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Pontiac, MI
  • 1 day ago

, policies, procedures, terms & conditions, purchasing system, etc....

Purchasing Agent

  • Auburn Hills, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI
  • 2 days ago

At least 5-8 years of field experience in homebuilding, or A Construction Management (CM) degree with 7 years of experience as an estimator....

Purchasing Director

  • Novi, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Novi, MI
  • 4 days ago

Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, or Supply Chain Management (or extensive experience in the residential homebuilding industry) 7-10 years of experience...

Advanced Purchasing Manager

  • Plymouth, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Plymouth, MI
  • 7 days ago

Advanced Purchasing Manager wanted in Plymouth, Michigan, responsible for Developing and implementing procurement strategies aligned with the organization's goals and objectives....

Purchasing Agent & eCommerce Hybrid

  • Webberville, MI
  • 8 days ago
  • Webberville, MI
  • 8 days ago

Purchasing Job Responsibilities Generate purchase orders for direct shipments from domestic suppliers to customers Decide if parts should be drop-shipped or brought into the warehouse to fulfill customer...

Purchasing Manager, Indirect - Facilities Materials

  • Plymouth, MI
  • 9 days ago
  • Plymouth, MI
  • 9 days ago

Management, or Engineering 5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or strategic sourcing experience 3+ years of experience sourcing facilities or construction related materials such as furniture, millwork...

Manager - Purchasing

  • Auburn Hills, MI
  • 9 days ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI
  • 9 days ago

process Works with team members to ensure contract files are complete and satisfy Government/Customer requirements to maintain SCM's approved Cost Estimating and Purchasing Systems Understands, analyzes...

Purchasing Manager

  • Rochester Hills, MI
  • 11 days ago
  • Rochester Hills, MI
  • 11 days ago

Plan, direct, and supervise all Purchasing Department functions, including purchasing, inventory turns, new item review, purchasing price control, logistics management, cost reduction plan management...

Purchasing Agent - Colorado Springs, CO 1222

  • Dearborn, MI
  • 13 days ago
  • Dearborn, MI
  • 13 days ago

driver's license with capacity for limited travelBachelors' degree required (Business field preferred), Purchasing, supply chain, and/or project management certifications a plusTo ApplyPlease submit...

Materials Coordinator, (Purchasing)

  • Vicksburg, MI
  • 16 days ago
  • Vicksburg, MI
  • 16 days ago

This includes forecasting and ordering purchased items and raw materials in compliance with Summit Polymers, Inc. established purchasing systems and requirements, execution of purchase orders, electronic...

Purchasing Manager, Service

  • Plymouth, MI
  • 17 days ago
  • Plymouth, MI
  • 17 days ago

Role Summary The Rivian Service team is looking for highly motivated and exceptional Senior Purchasing professionals to accelerate the growth of Rivian Service Procurement excellence....

Assistant Purchasing Manager

  • Dearborn, MI
  • 26 days ago
  • Dearborn, MI
  • 26 days ago

Assesses organizational needs and identifies opportunities to affect cost savings using competitive bidding, volume purchasing and other purchasing procedures....

Purchasing Manager

  • Winn, MI
  • 28 days ago
  • Winn, MI
  • 28 days ago

purchasing operations....

Demographic Data for Michigan

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On this online course you will find all necessary tools o correctly plan demand, and you will acquire knowledge for forecasting, strategic sourcing, management and provider evaluation. For a...
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Salary for Purchasing Jobs in Michigan

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

Highest Education Level

Purchasings in Michigan offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.8%
Master's Degree
16.4%
Associate's Degree
12.5%
High School or GED
12.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.9%
Some College
2.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Purchasings in Michigan
4-6 years
45.4%
2-4 years
27.3%
6-8 years
9.1%
None
9.1%
1-2 years
4.6%
10+ years
4.6%



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