A career in procurement and supply is exciting and varied — it’s about buying things, and so much more! As a procurement and supply professional, your main role is to get the best value for money purchases, but also being mindful of where and how your goods and services are made. Procurement and supply impact the environment and the world we live in... in every industry and sector — from food to pharmaceuticals, and technology and construction. Ensuring an organisation’s smooth running, from purchasing to manufacturing and distribution, as a procurement and supply professional, you’ll make sure that goods and services are available when they are needed and purchased in an ethical and sustainable way.

Take a closer look at the different job roles within the profession and the day-to-day responsibilities involved.

MCIPS is the professional accreditation that demonstrates your expertise and professional potential to employers, clients and peers. If you have MCIPS, you have achieved the globally recognised standard of excellence for the procurement and supply profession, and you’ll be a fully qualified member of CIPS. Having MCIPS gives you a significant career advantage, with over 58% of employers requesting MCIPS or studying towards it when recruiting.

How much will I earn in the procurement and supply profession?

Procurement and supply professionals receive competitive pay and benefits, with an average salary of £53,359* in the United Kingdom. The CIPS Procurement Salary Guide 2023 is an independent global survey that not only benchmarks salaries and bonuses across different roles and sectors but highlights changing perceptions of the profession and highlights the top skills in demand from employers. *Based on the CIPS Procurement Salary Guide 2023