Purchasing Manager Jobs in Florida

A Purchasing Manager in the manufacturing industry oversees the acquisition of materials and supplies essential for the production process. This involves researching and vetting suppliers, negotiating contracts and prices, and ensuring a steady supply chain that meets the industry's production schedule and quality standards. They also manage relationships with suppliers and vendors, ensuring that all dealings are ethical and beneficial to the company. In addition, Purchasing Managers monitor market trends, and changes in demand and supply, to make informed purchasing decisions.

Potential candidates for this role should have excellent negotiation, decision-making, and communication skills. They should also have strong analytical abilities to evaluate suppliers and understand market trends. Knowledge of procurement software and inventory management systems is beneficial. A certification such as a Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) can provide a competitive edge. Individuals may often progress to this role after serving as a Purchasing Agent, Procurement Specialist, or Supply Chain Analyst in the manufacturing industry.

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Inventory Manager

  • Apopka, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Apopka, FL
  • 5 days ago

Manufacturing Practices), safety, quality, productivity, sanitation, and maintenance....

Senior Manager, Procurement, Project Management Office

  • Tampa, FL
  • moments ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • moments ago

From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it....

Inventory Manager

  • Ocala, FL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 16 hours ago

Company Description AYR Wellness is a publicly traded, multi-state cannabis company with more than 85 dispensaries. We are one of the largest scale producers of high-quality cannabis in the U.S.,...

Purchasing Manager

  • Hialeah, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Hialeah, FL
  • 1 day ago

About the Company - The company is a large, multi-national, publicly traded company with many stores in the Northern Hemisphere. About the Role - The Retail Buyer is responsible for sourcing,...

Purchasing Manager

  • Lake Mary, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Lake Mary, FL
  • 2 days ago

Tri Pointe Homes Orlando is looking for an innovative individual to join our talented group as a Purchasing Manager....

Senior Product Manager- Inventory Planning

  • Tampa, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 3 days ago

Ashley Furniture is the largest manufacturer of furniture in the world. Our talented engineers and designers travel the world to stay ahead of evolving trends, new materials, and emerging...

Procurement Manager

  • Stuart, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Stuart, FL
  • 4 days ago

The Procurement Manager will manage a team of buyers in their purchasing activities. They will work in close collaboration with the supply chain, supplier performance team and all internal...

Procurement Manager

  • Orlando, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 5 days ago

Identifying opportunities for improving processes and procedures, especially those related to materials planning and purchasing....

Inventory Control Manager

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 5 days ago

Material / Inventory Control Management is a critical function within supply chain operations, ensuring the efficient planning and execution of supply chains to meet the material requirements...

Purchasing Manager

  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • 5 days ago

The minimum salary for the Purchasing Manager position is $100,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Purchasing Manager position is $110,000 annually....

Purchasing Supervisor

  • Saint Petersburg, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint Petersburg, FL
  • 6 days ago

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply...

Strategic Sourcing Manager (Indirect)

  • Miami, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 6 days ago

Location: REMOTE Salary: $50.00 USD Hourly - $55.00 USD Hourly Description: Key Responsibilities: Draft, negotiate, and manage the contract life cycle for complex agreements, including Master...

Ann Taylor Merchandising Manager. Garden Mall Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL
  • 7 days ago

MERCHANDISING MANAGER. GARDEN MALL Palm Beach Gardens, Florida Full time R-2004648 ABOUT US Ann Taylor embodies and celebrates the spirit, heritage, and confidence of American women leading the...

MERCHANDISING MANAGER, AVENTURA MALL Miami, Florida Full time R-2005125 ABOUT US Ann Taylor embodies and celebrates the spirit, heritage, and confidence of American women leading the lives they...

Omni-Channel Merchandising Manager

  • Tampa, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 8 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description The IRONMAN Group operates a global portfolio of events that includes the IRONMAN Triathlon Series, the IRONMAN 70.3 Triathlon Series, 5150 Triathlon Series, the...

Demographic Data for Florida

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Purchasing Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Purchasing Manager Jobs in Florida

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

Highest Education Level

Purchasing Managers in Florida offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.3%
Master's Degree
19.9%
High School or GED
18.0%
Associate's Degree
10.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.8%
Some College
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.5%

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