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Westlake Corporation

Sr Buyer

Geismar, LA · On-site

An individual in a Buyer II position will be considered for promotion to the Sr. Buyer position after a minimum of 7 years, provided employee has shown successful progression as a Buyer II. ...

Westlake

Sr Buyer

Geismar, LA · On-site

An individual in a Buyer II position will be considered for promotion to the Sr. Buyer position after a minimum of 7 years, provided employee has shown successful progression as a Buyer II. ...

Express Employment

Buyer I

Baton Rouge, LA

$42K - $55K/yr

Top Job Located in Baton Rouge, LA Salary: $42,000-$55,000 Buyer (Entry-Level Purchasing) - Baton Rouge, LA Express Employment Professionals is currently recruiting on behalf of a confidential ...

Hudson Automotive Group

Used Vehicle Buyer

Denham Springs, LA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Buyer to join our growing team. Hudson Automotive, a 3rd generation family-owned group is one of ... S. If you're an experienced Automotive Sales Associate, or an accomplished Sales professional ...

Hudson Automotive Group

Used Vehicle Buyer

Denham Springs, LA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Used Vehicle Buyer to join our growing team. Hudson Automotive, a 3rd generation family-owned ... S. If you're an experienced Automotive Sales Associate, or an accomplished Sales professional ...

INEOS

Technical Buyer, Materials

Plaquemine, LA · On-site

The Technical Buyer is a member of the INEOS Oxide US Procurement team and will lead all materials acquisition technical procurement activities for the Plaquemine (LA) site. The Technical Buyer will ...

Ineos

Technical Buyer, Materials

Plaquemine, LA

The Technical Buyer is a member of the INEOS Oxide US Procurement team and will lead all materials acquisition technical procurement activities for the Plaquemine (LA) site. The Technical Buyer will ...

Range USA

Sales Associate

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$10 - $12/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

The main responsibility of the Sales Associate is to convert Range USA customers to buyers with sales that fulfill the desired experience. Core values alignment: * Curious - ask questions, find and ...

Range USA

Sales Associate

Baton Rouge, LA

$10 - $12/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

The main responsibility of the Sales Associate is to convert Range USA customers to buyers with sales that fulfill the desired experience. Core values alignment: * Curious -- ask questions, find and ...

Carmax

Supply Associate

Plaquemine, LA · On-site

$15.71 - $21.93/hr

  • PTO

About CarMax At CarMax, we revolutionized the used car buying experience over 30 years ago by ... As an associate, you are part of an innovative movement to empower the modern customer and drive ...

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How much do associate buyer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate buyer in Baton Rouge, LA is $21.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.02 and $25.29 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.
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Infographic showing various Associate Buyer job openings in Baton Rouge, LA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,112 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

Sr Buyer

Westlake Corporation

Geismar, LA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Westlake Chemical rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 34 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

41st of 100 rated chemical manufacturers

Job description

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.
SUMMARY
This position is responsible for purchasing supplies and services in accordance with Purchasing Department policies and procedures. This position, as required, may be tasked with managing supply contracts. As needed, this position will confer with Purchasing management regarding specifications, quantity and quality of material and preferred vendors.
This position is for procurement personnel with a minimum of 7 years prior experience in the petrochemical purchasing field. An individual in a Buyer II position will be considered for promotion to the Sr. Buyer position after a minimum of 7 years, provided employee has shown successful progression as a Buyer II.
Progression requirements:
In order to be considered for promotion to the Sr. Buyer position an employee must receive at least three consecutive favorable Employee Performance Reviews.
In addition, the employee must demonstrate proficiencies, and pass a skills test, in all basic systems utilized by the purchasing function. These include but are not limited to the company's CMMS (SAP system), all Purchasing Policies and Procedures, comprehensive knowledge of major material and services suppliers, ISNetworld contractor management program; Process Safety Management, ISO, and Responsible Care Management compliance requirements.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
May include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Demonstrates strong safety culture through personal behavior and commitment to environmental, health & safety.
• Participates in the PACE culture of safety.
  • Review requisitions and inventory replacement reports, and confer with purchasing management regarding specifications, quantity and quality of material, and preferred vendors.
  • Solicit and analyze quotations for low dollar supplies purchases (office supplies, lab supplies, motor pool, spare parts).
  • Negotiate contract payment terms favorable to Westlake.
  • Expedite and follow up to insure timely delivery of material.
  • Purchase subscriptions and publications.
  • Purchase all printed forms and maintain form library.
  • Interview vendors and their representatives to select proper vendors for procurement of supplies.
  • Examine and approve all invoices covering purchase orders placed by buyer.
  • Assist department personnel to obtain proper specifications for material and supplies to be purchased.
  • Enter all required data into SAP
  • Maintain Purchasing contact for complex on a 24-hour basis with purchasing after-hours duty.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Minimum of 7 years of prior experience in the purchasing field; industrial facility experience is preferred
  • Excellent communications skills, verbal and written
  • Computer literate with good working knowledge of standard software applications (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and SAP experience preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand and walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and infrequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must frequently make minor decisions requiring limited judgement, general decisions in the absence of specific directions, and perform activities requiring sustained concentration.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The noise level in the work environment is sometimes moderate when working in an office, however, some of the work may be required in the operating units which mandates usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs. Travel may be required occasionally.
Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.
If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.

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