Buyer Jobs

Buyer jobs are open across retail, manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics, from entry-level assistant buyer to senior and director roles, with specializations in merchandise buying, procurement, and strategic sourcing. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles2,633+
Top stateTexas
Top employerClients Blackbox
Top cityHouston, TX
Work type45% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Real Estate Buyer's Agent - Zillow Leads Team
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Real Estate Buyer's Agent - Zillow Leads Team
Kittle Real Estate
Boulder, Colorado
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$75k - $200k/yr
11-50

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Zillow Premier Agent | Exclusive Buyer Leads + Full Support
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Zillow Premier Agent | Exclusive Buyer Leads + Full Support
POE Group
Southaven, Mississippi
Account Management
Inside Sales
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POE Group
Orlando, Florida
Business Development
Property Management
Real Estate Sales

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POE Group
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Customer Service
Customer Success
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POE Group
Gulfport, Mississippi
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Buyer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Clients Blackbox137
  • Whole Foods Market61
  • POE26
  • Sanmina21
  • Augmentis21

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing21
  • Staffing & Recruiting13
  • Electronics & Hardware11
  • Distribution & Wholesale11
  • Healthcare & Medical Services8

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in buyer jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field
  • Experience managing vendor relationships and purchase orders
  • Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or JD Edwards
  • Demonstrated ability to negotiate pricing and contract terms
  • Knowledge of inventory management and demand forecasting
  • Certification such as CPSM or CPIM is a plus for senior roles

Tips for Your Buyer Job Search

Quantify savings and sourcing outcomes

Buyer resumes stand out when they show cost reduction percentages, vendor consolidation results, or inventory turns improved. Hiring managers want to see the financial impact of your decisions, not just a list of categories you managed or suppliers you contacted.

List the systems and tools you know

Most buyer job postings screen for specific ERP platforms like SAP, Oracle, or JD Edwards, plus any supplier portals or eProcurement tools you've used. Name them explicitly in your resume skills section so you clear automated screening before a human reads your application.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists buyer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by category, not just title

Buyer roles are often posted as 'merchandise buyer,' 'indirect procurement buyer,' or 'raw materials buyer.' Searching only for 'buyer' misses a large share of relevant openings. Use category-specific keywords that match your actual commodity or merchandise experience.

Prepare a supplier negotiation story

Interviewers for buyer roles almost always ask for a specific example of a difficult negotiation. Before your interview, write out one detailed situation: what you were sourcing, what the challenge was, what tactics you used, and what the outcome was in measurable terms.

Counter with total compensation, not just base

Buyer roles in retail and manufacturing often include annual bonuses tied to cost savings or margin performance. When negotiating an offer, ask how the bonus structure works and what recent incumbents have actually earned, so your total package comparison is accurate.

Buyer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most buyers?

The companies hiring the most buyers right now include Clients Blackbox, Whole Foods Market, and POE, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Retail chains, large manufacturers, and hospital systems consistently post the highest volume of buyer roles.

How many buyer jobs are remote?

About 55% of buyer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the highest remote share in indirect procurement and strategic sourcing roles. Merchandise buyers and raw materials buyers are more likely to require on-site or regional presence due to vendor visits and warehouse coordination.

How do you become a buyer?

Most buyers start with a degree in supply chain, business, or a related field, then enter the role as an assistant buyer or purchasing coordinator. From there, you build commodity expertise, learn an ERP system on the job, and move into managing vendor relationships independently. Earning a CPSM certification accelerates advancement into senior buying roles.

Can you get a buyer job with little or no experience?

Yes, entry-level buyer and assistant buyer roles are specifically designed for candidates with limited direct experience. Employers at this level prioritize analytical skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with spreadsheets or basic ERP tools. Internships in purchasing, retail buying offices, or supply chain functions are the most direct path to a first buyer position.

What does the buyer interview process look like?

Most buyer interviews include a phone screen focused on your sourcing or purchasing background, followed by one or two rounds with the hiring manager and a cross-functional stakeholder such as a planner or finance lead. Expect at least one behavioral question about a negotiation or supplier problem you resolved, and sometimes a case exercise involving a cost analysis or vendor comparison.

Where can I find and apply to buyer jobs?

You can find and apply to buyer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your category experience and seniority level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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