Procurement Managers

Procurement Managers manage the procurement and purchasing of materials, products and services for organisations.

  • The Job
  • The Facts
  • Related Courses

What the job involves

  • Determines, implements and monitors purchasing strategies, policies and plans
  • Negotiates contracts with suppliers to meet quality, cost and delivery requirements
  • Uses recording systems to monitor and confirm procurement requirements
  • Oversees the recording of purchase transactions
  • Directs staff activities and monitors their performance

Key values of workers in Procurement Managers

  • Support

    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.

  • Independence

    Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.

  • Recognition

    Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

  • Achievement

    Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.

  • Relationships

    Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

Top skills required for workers in Procurement Managers

  • Speaking

    Talking to others to convey information effectively.

  • Management of Personnel Resources

    Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.

  • Reading Comprehension

    Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

  • Writing

    Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

  • Monitoring

    Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.