How much does a Buyer I make in San Jose, CA? The average Buyer I salary in San Jose, CA is $77,652 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $69,429 and $86,529. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Buyer I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Buyer I Salary $61,942 San Jose,CA May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Buyer I Salary $69,429 San Jose,CA May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Buyer I Salary $77,652 San Jose,CA May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Buyer I Salary $86,529 San Jose,CA May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Buyer I Salary $94,611 San Jose,CA May 28, 2024
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Purchasing Coordinator- Buyer

Barrett Business Services - Morgan Hill, CA

BUYER I-II WITH SECURITY CLEARANCE

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions - Tehachapi, CA

Buyer I-II with Security Clearance

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions - Tehachapi, CA

Buyer

Ducommun Incorporated - Carson, CA

What skills does a Buyer I need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

1.

Planning: An act or process of making or carrying out plans. Establishment of goals, policies, and procedures for a social or economic unit city planning business planning.

2.

Microsoft Office: Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.

3.

Packaging: Preparing products through wrapping or bottling to protect the goods from damages during transportation and storage.

Planning 5.6%
Microsoft Office 1.91%
Packaging 1.03%
Others 91.46%

Job Description for Buyer I

Buyer I assists in purchasing materials, supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the organization. Qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services. Being a Buyer I tracks purchases, monitors vendor quality, and maintains a current database of vendor information. May require a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Additionally, Buyer I typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Buyer I works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. To be a Buyer I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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  • We are conducting a search for one of our clients, for a Purchasing Coordinator. My Client, with 20 years of history, prioritizes strong relationships with...
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  • Job Description GENERAL JOB SUMMARY: The Buyer is responsible for supporting the sourcing, value analysis, bidding, negotiation, selection, approval, purch...
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  • Buyer. The buyer plans, organizes, and schedules purchase requisitioned items to include materials, equipment, and service in accordance with established p...
    - 2 Days Ago
  • Maintenance Foreperson (Buyer)req39083Employment Type:RegularLocation: OXNARD,CAHave you ever enjoyed Arnold, Brownberry or Oroweat bread. A Thomas' Englis...
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Career Path for Buyer I

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Buyer I, the first career path typically starts with a Buyer II position, and then progresses to Buyer IV.

Additionally, the second career path typically starts with a Commodity Buyer II position, and then progresses to Commodity Buyer IV.

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Buyer I salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Buyer I, the highest Buyer I salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Buyer I salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Buyer I salary is in Miami, FL, where the Buyer I salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Buyer I in San Jose, CA. The base salary for Buyer I ranges from $69,429 to $86,529 with the average base salary of $77,652. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $70,461 to $89,039 with the average total cash compensation of $79,416.
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