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Procurement Clerks

Also known as: Buyer, Departmental Buyer, Expeditor, Film Replacement Orderer, Procurement Agent, Procurement Analyst, Procurement Assistant, Procurement Clerk, Procurement Coordinator, Procurement Officer

Compile information and records to draw up purchase orders for procurement of materials and services.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

High School Diploma14%
Post-Secondary Certificate7%
Associate's Degree59%
Bachelor's Degree20%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

6 months - 1 year1%
1-2 years36%
2-4 years43%
4-6 years9%
8-10 years11%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

Up to 1 month46%
1-3 months7%
3-6 months11%
6 months - 1 year16%
1-2 years8%
2-4 years4%
4-6 years8%

How AI Impacts Each Task

19 tasks analyzed

Perform buying duties when necessary.

Prepare purchase orders and send copies to suppliers and to departments originating requests.

Compare suppliers' bills with bids and purchase orders to verify accuracy.

Prepare, maintain, and review purchasing files, reports and price lists.

Check shipments when they arrive to ensure that orders have been filled correctly and that goods meet specifications.

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

DependabilityAttention to DetailCooperationAdaptability/FlexibilityIndependenceStress ToleranceInitiativeIntegritySelf ControlInnovationLeadershipConcern for Others

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$48,510

per year

Mean Wage

$50,430

per year

Employment

60K

workers

Wage Range

$36,810 - $65,890

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$36,810Median: $48,510$65,890
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