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Purchasing Manager in Seattle, WA

Purchasing Manager Job Description

Candidates for this position should have solid negotiation, communication, analytical and organizational skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required. Purchasing managers generally need at least five years of experience in purchasing, in addition to a bachelor’s degree. Individuals who have earned a certified purchasing manager (CPM) designation are at an advantage.

Typical purchasing manager duties:

Researching and selecting vendorsMaintaining and identifying economic order quantities to manage inventory costsProcessing purchase ordersManaging pricing and contract negotiationsHiring, training and supervising purchasing staff

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Salary for Purchasing Manager in Seattle, WA
86430 - 123518
Low
86430
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.
Mid
105458
The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.
High
123518
The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialized certifications.
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