Purchasing Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services. Includes wholesale or retail trade merchandising managers and procurement managers.
SOC: 11-3061.00
Common Job Titles
Materials ManagerProcurement ManagerPurchasing DirectorPurchasing Manager
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Purchasing Managers (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
81,240
Wage Distribution by Percentile
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $85,500 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $219,140 |
| Workers on average earn | $150,630 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Administration and Management4.3/5
- Customer and Personal Service4.0/5
- English Language3.9/5
- Law and Government3.8/5
- Economics and Accounting3.7/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
Microsoft AccessMicrosoft DynamicsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft ProjectMicrosoft SharePointMicrosoft VisioMicrosoft WordOracle DatabaseOracle PeopleSoftSAP software
Technology Skills
Automated purchase order softwareBottomline Technologies Bottomline Sprinter Purchasing ManagerBowen & Groves M1 ERPCorel ParadoxDatabase softwareEnterprise resource planning ERP softwareEpicor Vantage ERPIBM Lotus Notes
Tools & Equipment
10-key calculatorsDesktop computersPersonal computers