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Target

Buyer, Hardware & Utility

Minneapolis, MN · Hybrid

$73K - $132K/yr

You will interact with Associate Buyers, Senior Merchandise Specialists, the Pricing and Promotion Center of Excellence, Planning, Site Merchandising, the Item Center of Excellence and many other ...

Target

Sr. Buyer, Snacks

Minneapolis, MN · Hybrid

$95K - $171K/yr

You will interact with Associate Buyers, Senior Merchandise Specialists, the Pricing and Promotion Center of Excellence, Planning, Site Merchandising, the Item Center of Excellence and many other ...

Target Brands, Inc.

Sr. Buyer, Snacks

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$95K - $171K/yr

You will interact with Associate Buyers, Senior Merchandise Specialists, the Pricing and Promotion Center of Excellence, Planning, Site Merchandising, the Item Center of Excellence and many other ...

Target

Sr Buyer, Trading Cards

Minneapolis, MN · Hybrid

$95K - $171K/yr

You will interact with Associate Buyers, Senior Merchandise Specialists, the Pricing and Promotion Center of Excellence, Planning, Site Merchandising, the Item Center of Excellence and many other ...

Hypertherm

Buyer

New Brighton, MN

$62K - $104K/yr

Buyer Hypertherm Associates is seeking a Buyer who will support our Waterjet team in New Brighton, MN, and be accountable for maintaining optimal quantity of supplied goods in a cost-effective manner ...

01 Hypertherm, Inc.

Buyer

Big Falls, MN · On-site

$63 - $104/hr

Buyer Hypertherm Associates is seeking a Buyer who will support our Waterjet team in New Brighton, MN, and be accountable for maintaining optimal quantity of supplied goods in a cost-effective manner ...

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Hypertherm

Buyer

New Brighton, MN · On-site

$63 - $104/hr

BuyerHypertherm Associates is seeking a Buyer who will support our Waterjet team in New Brighton, MN, and be accountable for maintaining optimal quantity of supplied goods in a cost-effective manner ...

Quality Tech Services, LLC

Senior Buyer

Bloomington, MN

$68K - $102K/yr

Associate's degree in a related field * 5 years of experience in a buyer role * 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment * Ability to consistently achieve short- and long-term business ...

Quality Tech Services, LLC

Senior Buyer

Bloomington, MN · On-site

$68K - $102K/yr

Associate's degree in a related field * 5 years of experience in a buyer role * 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment * Ability to consistently achieve short- and long-term business ...

Quality Tech Services, LLC

Senior Buyer

Bloomington, MN · On-site

$68K - $102K/yr

Associate's degree in a related field * 5 years of experience in a buyer role * 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment * Ability to consistently achieve short- and long-term business ...

Quality Tech Services, LLC

Senior Buyer

Bloomington, MN · On-site

$68 - $102/hr

Associate's degree in a related field * 5 years of experience in a buyer role * 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment * Ability to consistently achieve short- and long-term business ...

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How much do associate buyer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate buyer in Minnesota is $23.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.85 and $28.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an associate buyer?

As an associate buyer, you are part of the supply chain and logistics department of a company. Your primary duties are to help manage inventory and purchase high-quality products at the lowest price for your employer. Other responsibilities may include developing merchandising plans, resolving issues with deliveries, and tracking and analyzing trends and consumer needs. Associate buyers may work for grocery stores, big box stores, specialty shops, and in various industries ranging from manufacturing to medical.

How does an associate buyer typically collaborate with other departments during the purchasing process?

As an Associate Buyer, collaboration with other departments is crucial to ensure purchasing decisions align with company goals. You’ll frequently work with inventory planners to monitor stock levels, coordinate with the merchandising team on product selections, and communicate with vendors arranged by the procurement department. Additionally, you may partner with finance to track budgets and with logistics to ensure timely delivery of goods. Effective communication and teamwork are essential for managing timelines, resolving issues, and optimizing the overall supply chain.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate buyer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Buyer, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or a related field. Familiarity with procurement software, inventory management systems, and Excel is typically required, and some employers prefer candidates with Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) credentials. Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building abilities help you collaborate effectively with vendors and internal teams. These skills ensure cost-effective purchasing decisions, efficient supply chain operations, and successful vendor partnerships.

Do associate buyers make a lot of money?

Associate buyers typically earn a median annual salary ranging from $40,000 to $60,000, depending on industry, location, and experience. Advancement to senior roles or specialized purchasing positions can lead to higher compensation, often including bonuses and benefits.

Is an associate buyer higher than an assistant buyer?

An associate buyer is generally a more senior role than an assistant buyer, with greater responsibilities in purchasing decisions and vendor negotiations. Assistant buyers typically support the buying team and handle administrative tasks, while associate buyers often have more autonomy and decision-making authority. The specific hierarchy can vary by company, but usually, the associate buyer position is higher in the purchasing career ladder.
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Infographic showing various Associate Buyer job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,827 per year, or $23.5 per hour.

Buyer, Hardware & Utility

Target

Minneapolis, MN • Hybrid

$73K - $132K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Target rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 7,040 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 39 rated national retailers

Job description

The pay range is $73,000.00 - $132,000.00

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position.These include labor markets and in some instancesmay include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves.Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation.Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.

About us:

Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here.


A role in Buying means working with several diverse vendors to choose the best product mix, both in-store and online. We help determine where to localize, while calibrating market positioning and acting as brand managers. Here, you'll own a wide SKU count so that your work is varied and challenging. Through cross-functional collaboration, instinct and creativity, you will be the expert on the guest, the market and the competition.
A Buyer helps create omni-channel growth by planning profitable and locally relevant assortments using your grasp of guest shopping behavior, assortment requirements and competitors. You will influence and negotiate with vendors to achieve results and identify gaps and opportunities. Your flexibility in reacting to business results and your ability to translate financial metrics and data into actionable strategies will be critical. You will lead cross-functional teams to drive category results while managing progress toward sales and margin goals. Your partnerships with product designers and/or category managers and vendors will help guide product development as you source appropriately for your category. You will interact with Associate Buyers, Senior Merchandise Specialists, the Pricing and Promotion Center of Excellence, Planning, Site Merchandising, the Item Center of Excellence and many other expert partners in support of your promotional planning work across channels.

This role offers the opportunity to shape Target's position in Hardware & Utility, develop strategies for long-term growth, and identify meaningful opportunities across channels. Working closely with the category Senior Buyer and cross-functional partners, this Buyer will:
  • Lead a broad portfolio of categories, brands, and vendor partners.
  • Define a distinctive role for Target within key Hardware & Utility categories.
  • Enhance the guest experience through stronger coordination across the Division.
  • Identify emerging brands and build partnerships that bring new and relevant products to Target.
  • Simplify and strengthen executional processes to enable greater focus on strategic priorities.

About you:

  • Four-year degree or equivalent experience
  • 1+ years of Merchandising experience
  • Strong strategic and analytical skills to grow a business
  • Strong collaboration skills to partner with Cross Functional Teams
  • Flexibility, resilient and comfortable working in "grey areas" that are constantly changing
  • Consumer-obsessed and able to translate style and design into functional categories in a way that is distinctly Target.
  • Innovative and skilled at turning opportunities into action.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in ambiguity.
  • Strong relationship builders who contribute to a collaborative and positive team culture.

Core responsibilities are described within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs.

This position will operate as a Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement based on Target's needs. A Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement means the team member's core role will be performed both onsite at the assigned Target HQ MN location and virtually, depending on the needs of the role, team, and tasks for that day. Current in-office expectations are Monday through Thursday, subject to change based on business needs. Work duties cannot be performed outside the country of the primary work location unless otherwise prescribed by Target. Click here if you are curious to learn more about Minnesota.

Benefits Eligibility

Please paste this url into your preferred browser to learn about benefits eligibility for this role: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_D

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to candidate.accommodations@HRHelp.Target.com. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.

Application deadline is : 09/11/2026

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We're here to help all families discover the joy of everyday life. Target is a general merchandise retailer with stores in all 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia. 75% of the U.S. population lives within 10 miles of a Target store. We employ 400,000+ Our tagline is "Expect More. Pay Less." We've been using it since 1994! The Target Corporation also owns Shipt and Roundel. More to love! Target is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, its hometown since the first Target store opened in 1962 under The Dayton Company.

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Retail and scientific research and development services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Minneapolis, MN, US

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