Procurement Manager

Overview

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the procurement and purchasing of materials, products and services for an organisation.

Skills

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks

• determining, implementing and monitoring purchasing, storage and distribution strategies, policies and plans
• preparing and implementing plans to maintain required stock levels at minimum cost
• negotiating contracts with suppliers to meet quality, cost and delivery requirements
• monitoring and reviewing storage and inventory systems to meet supply requirements and control stock levels
• operating recording systems to track all movements of supplies and finished goods, and ensuring re-ordering and re-stocking at optimal times
• liaising with other departments and customers concerning requirements for outward goods and associated forwarding transportation
• overseeing the recording of purchase, storage and distribution transactions
• directing staff activities and monitoring their performance
• provision of products and services to meet customer or client requirements

Alternative Titles

• Purchasing Manager

Related Occupations

• Supply and Distribution Manager