Group
Occupation
133231 Procurement Manager
Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
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
Skill level: 1
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