How procurement salaries are determined
There is no single “standard” salary for procurement roles. Remuneration is influenced by a combination of factors, including:
- Seniority and breadth of responsibility
- Industry, such as government, resources, infrastructure, or manufacturing
- Size and complexity of the organisation
- Geographic location
- Level of strategic sourcing, commercial, or contract accountability
- Depth of stakeholder engagement and leadership responsibility
Roles with exposure to high-value spend, complex sourcing programs, or commercial negotiations typically attract higher salaries than purely transactional roles.
Indicative procurement salary ranges
The salary ranges below reflect approximate base salary ranges commonly seen in the Australian market. Actual remuneration may sit above or below these ranges depending on the factors outlined above.
Entry-level and junior procurement roles
These roles typically support operational procurement activities and provide an entry point into the profession.
Common roles
- Graduate Procurement Officer
- Procurement Officer
- Purchasing Officer
- Junior Procurement Analyst
Indicative base salary range
Approximately AUD $60,000 – $80,000
Mid-level procurement and specialist roles
Mid-level roles often involve responsibility for sourcing activities, supplier engagement, contract administration, and stakeholder support.
Common roles
- Procurement Specialist
- Sourcing Specialist
- Category Specialist
- Contracts Officer
- Senior Procurement Officer
Indicative base salary range
Approximately AUD $90,000 – $130,000
Senior procurement, category management and commercial roles
Senior roles typically focus on category strategy, complex sourcing initiatives, commercial negotiations, and delivery of value outcomes.
Common roles
- Category Manager
- Procurement Manager
- Commercial Manager
- Senior Contracts Manager
Indicative base salary range
Approximately AUD $130,000 – $180,000+
Total remuneration at this level may include performance bonuses, particularly in industries such as resources, energy, infrastructure, and large-scale manufacturing.
Executive and leadership procurement roles
Executive procurement roles operate at a strategic level and are accountable for procurement governance, operating models, and alignment with organisational strategy.
Common roles
- Head of Procurement
- Head of Commercial
- General Manager of Procurement
- Director of Procurement
- Chief Procurement Officer (CPO)
Indicative total remuneration
Approximately AUD $180,000 – $250,000+ depending on scope and organisation size
Procurement salaries by sector
Salary expectations can also differ materially by industry.
- Government and public sector roles often follow defined pay bands and offer strong role stability
- Mining, resources and energy roles may attract higher remuneration due to scale and commercial complexity
- Infrastructure and construction roles frequently value contracts and commercial expertise
- Manufacturing and industrial services roles vary depending on supply chain complexity and operating environment
Career progression and salary growth
Procurement professionals typically increase earning potential by:
- Moving from operational to strategic roles
- Gaining category management or sourcing experience
- Developing strong commercial and negotiation capability
- Taking on leadership or people management responsibilities
For an overview of typical career pathways and role transitions, see Procurement Career Paths in Australia.
Explore procurement jobs across Australia
To understand how salary expectations align with live opportunities, browse current procurement roles across Australia via Procurement Jobs in Australia. Roles can be filtered by category, location, and seniority.
Salary information disclaimer
Salary ranges shown on this page are indicative only and are informed by publicly available job advertisements, market data, and industry salary guides commonly referenced within the Australian procurement and supply chain market.
Actual remuneration will vary depending on factors such as role scope, seniority, industry, organisation size, geographic location, and an individual’s experience and qualifications. All figures represent approximate base salary ranges unless otherwise stated and do not include superannuation, bonuses, incentives, or additional benefits.
This information is provided as general guidance only and should not be relied upon as a guarantee of salary outcomes.