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As a buyer or procurement officer, sometimes called a procurement manager, you’ll purchase raw materials, goods, equipment or other services for your organisation. Learn more about a career in procurement, find out what it involves and what you can study or do to get into the field.
A role as a buyer or procurement officer involves working with different parts of the supply chain and logistics sector to identify and source materials, goods or services for your company. You could work across a wide range of industries and sectors, while international travel or overseas posts are also common.
You’ll work closely with financial and legal officers across your organisation and others to arrange procurement routes. You might be responsible for writing contracts, negotiating prices and volumes, managing your company's supply chain or identifying new suppliers. As a detail-focused and efficient individual, you’ll enjoy saving your organisation money and helping it run.
Your day-to-day tasks could include:
The average salary for a buyers and procurement officer in the UK is £32,240. Graduates start at around £27,000.
In this role, you might need to travel nationally or internationally to inspect products or materials that your organisation wants to purchase. You might also work with a multinational company and travel between sites or offices.
You’ll likely be able to do some of your role from home, but it’s typical for buyers or procurement managers to work onsite at least some of the time.
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