What does a Procurement Manager do?
Procurement Managers typically work for corporations across industries, including retail, healthcare and technology. They work closely with upper management professionals, Suppliers or Vendors and purchasing employees to determine product and shipping needs. Their job is to maintain Supplier contracts, monitor product inventory levels across locations and place additional orders according to customer demand. They may also be responsible for developing strategic plans to address delayed shipments or discontinued products.
Procurement Manager skills and qualifications
A Procurement Manager should have the following skills and qualifications to be successful in their role:
- Multilingual or bilingual proficiency
- Outstanding management skills
- Excellent negotiation skills
- Strong organization skills
- Written and verbal communication skills
Procurement Manager salary expectations
A Procurement Manager makes an average of $85,212 per year. Salary may depend on the candidate’s education, level of experience and geographic location.
Procurement Manager salary expectations
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Procurement Manager education and training requirements
Many Procurement Manager employers require candidates to hold a bachelor’s degree or experience in supply chain management, business administration, purchasing management or a related field of study. Some employers may prefer candidates with a master’s degree. Many Procurement Managers also hold various certifications. Some of the common certifications include:
- SPSM Certification from the Next Level Purchasing Association
- APICS Supply Chain certifications
- Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP)
- Certified Professional Purchasing Manager (CPPM)
- Certified Green Purchasing Professional (CGPP)
- Certified Professional in Distribution and Warehousing (CPDW)
- Certified Professional Purchasing Consultant (CPPC)
Procurement Manager experience requirements
In addition to a bachelor’s degree, many Procurement Managers employers require some prior work experience in procurement, preferably at least 2 years in supply chain management or 5 years in purchasing or procurement. Many Procurement Managers begin their careers as Purchasing Agents or Buyers and, through work experience, advance to Procurement Manager positions. A Procurement Manager should have a strong knowledge of specific industries and markets, as well as a strong grasp of negotiation techniques.
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