Salary guide
Procurement Manager
- Average salary
- £35,000 – £65,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
ProcurementSupply Chain
- The UK public sector spends over £290 billion on procurement
Other names this job is known by
- Purchasing Manager
- Sourcing Manager
Key responsibilities
- Develop and implement procurement strategies
- Negotiate contracts and manage suppliers
- Control budgets and costs
- Ensure compliance with regulations
- Analyse market trends
- Prepare reports for management
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in business, procurement, or supply chain
- CIPS qualification
- Experience in procurement roles
- Negotiation and analytical skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Head of Procurement
- Supply Chain Director
- Senior Manager
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Study business or supply chain
- Obtain CIPS qualification
- Gain experience in procurement
- Progress to management roles
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