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How much do procurement chief jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for procurement chief in the United States is $162,439.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $130,000.00 and $194,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Procurement Chiefs?

Procurement Chiefs are senior professionals responsible for overseeing an organization's purchasing activities and procurement strategies. They lead procurement teams, develop sourcing policies, negotiate contracts with suppliers, and ensure that the organization's purchasing processes comply with regulations and support business goals. Their role is crucial for managing costs, ensuring quality, and maintaining reliable supply chains. Procurement Chiefs also collaborate with other departments to align procurement strategies with overall organizational objectives.

What is the difference between Procurement Chief vs Procurement Manager?

AspectProcurement ChiefProcurement Manager
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or related field; often advanced certifications like CPSM or CSCPRequires a bachelor's degree; certifications like CPSM or CSCP are common but not mandatory
Work EnvironmentStrategic leadership role overseeing procurement policies and large teamsOperational role managing procurement activities and supplier relationships
Industry UsageUsed in large organizations with complex procurement needsCommon across various industries for day-to-day procurement tasks

The Procurement Chief focuses on strategic procurement leadership and policy development, while the Procurement Manager handles daily procurement operations and supplier management. Both roles require relevant certifications and experience, but the Procurement Chief operates at a higher strategic level within the organization.

What are some typical challenges a Procurement Chief faces when managing supplier relationships?

A Procurement Chief often encounters challenges such as balancing cost savings with maintaining quality, managing supplier performance, and ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory standards. Building strong, transparent relationships with suppliers is crucial, but can be complicated by factors like fluctuating market conditions, supply chain disruptions, and evolving business needs. Proactive communication, regular performance evaluations, and strategic sourcing are key approaches used to effectively navigate these challenges.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Procurement Chief, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Procurement Chief, you need expertise in supply chain management, contract negotiation, and strategic sourcing, often supported by a degree in business, supply chain, or a related field. Familiarity with procurement software (like SAP Ariba or Oracle Procurement Cloud) and certifications such as CPSM or CIPS are highly valued. Strong leadership, analytical thinking, and effective communication are essential soft skills for managing teams and stakeholder relationships. These skills ensure cost-effective purchasing, risk mitigation, and alignment of procurement strategies with organizational goals.
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Infographic showing various Procurement Chief job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $162,439 per year, or $78.1 per hour.
Unit Chief of Procurement Operations

Unit Chief of Procurement Operations

City of New York

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago


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Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

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Job description

Company Description
Job Description
NOTE: This position is open only to current City of New York employees serving in a permanent Civil Service title of Administrative Procurement Analyst, or Administrative Manager, or Administrative Staff Analyst.
To be considered for this position, PLEASE CLEARLY INDICATE YOUR CURRENT PERMANENT CIVIL SERVICE TITLE on your resume and cover letter.
The New York City Comptroller's Office works to promote the financial health, integrity, and effectiveness of New York City government, in order to strengthen trust, secure a thriving future for all New Yorkers, and build a more just, equitable, and resilient city. Led by an independently elected citywide official, the comptroller's office provides checks and balances needed to hold City government accountable for budgeting wisely, investing responsibly, operating efficiently, acting fairly, living up to its obligations and promises, and paying attention to the long-term challenges we face together.
The Bureau of Administration is committed to delivering strategic support services to strengthen and empower Office of the New York City Comptroller employees as they work toward ensuring the City's fiscal health. We provide service and support in a manner that promotes communication, transparency, and collaboration. These services include Human Resources, Procurement, Payment, Facilities Management, and Budget Management.
The Bureau of Administration is committed to delivering strategic support services to strengthen and empower the Office of the New York City Comptroller to manage and support our employees as they work toward ensuring the City's fiscal health. We provide service and support in a manner that promotes communication, transparency, and collaboration. These services include Human Resources, Procurement, Payment, Facilities Management, and Budget Management.
Under the supervision of the Agency Chief Contracting Officer, the Chief of Procurement Operations will directly supervise and assist staff to ensure that the requisitions within the assigned portfolio are reviewed, approved and processed in a timely manner and that the specifications are current and appropriate.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Serve as a member of the ACCO's supervisory team, supervise direct and indirect reports through clear delegation, defined expectations and regular follow-up to ensure tasks are progressing and completed as required. Work closely with the ACCO to improve overall procurement and purchasing policies, strategies and reporting, including creating standard operating procedures, training guides, and recommending opportunities for staff learning.
- Ensure requests for goods and services are reviewed for a determination on procurement method, to capture all relevant details, and confirm specifications, including (but not limited to) quantity, timing, delivery instructions, invoicing requirements, payment structure, etc.
- Collaborate with Comptroller's Bureaus to facilitate expeditious review and approval of solicitations and contract awards; Manage and coordinate expedite requests from bureaus and stakeholders escalating to ACCO as necessary, and monitor procurement milestones with vigorous timeframes to meet operational needs.
- Draft and review solicitation documents, covering various methods of procurement, including (but not limited to) micro purchases, direct and task orders, M/WBE small purchases, Request for Proposals (RFP), Negotiated Acquisitions, and intergovernmental purchases; Assist in the development of contract award documents such as contracts, purchase orders, notice to proceed,
- Prepare and obtain ACCO approval on recommendations/determinations of award, contract modifications and renewals. Ensure all relevant documents are accurate, approved and complete for submission for registration, including all related work in the City's Financial Management System (FMS), OCP, OAISIS, PASSPort, City Record Online (CROL), and other related City and external systems
- Prepare and review Responsibility Determinations and annual Vendor Performance Evaluations in PASSPort.
- Perform other related assignments and special projects as required.
NOTE: This position is open only to current City of New York employees serving in a permanent Civil Service title of Administrative Procurement Analyst, or Administrative Manager, or Administrative Staff Analyst.
To be considered for this position, PLEASE CLEARLY INDICATE YOUR CURRENT PERMANENT CIVIL SERVICE TITLE on your resume and cover letter.
ADM PROC ANAL-NM FRM M1-3 - 8297A
Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of full-time satisfactory professional experience in purchasing, procurement, contract administration or a related field, at least eighteen months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity or supervising professional personnel performing duties in one or more of the above fields; or
2. A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. However, all candidates must have the eighteen months of administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience described in "1" above.
Possession of an acceptable professional procurement certification may be substituted for up to one year of the experience described in "1" above. However, all candidates must have the eighteen months of administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience described in""1" above.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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