Group
Occupation
133231 Procurement Manager
Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
First release
133231 Procurement Manager
Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the procurement and purchasing of materials, products and services for an organisation.
Alternative title
- Purchasing Manager
Specialisation
- Procurement Category Manager
ANZSCO skill level
This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
Australia
- Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
New Zealand
- Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
Main tasks
- Prepares and implements plans to maintain required stock levels at minimum cost
- Negotiates prices and contracts with suppliers to meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements
- Participates in the development of specifications for equipment, products, or substitute materials
- Researches and identifies new products and suppliers
- Arranges quality checks of incoming goods and ensures suppliers deliver on time
- Directs staff activities and monitors their performance
- Provides products and services to meet customer or client requirements