Procurement Clerk Careers

Nature of the Work

Procurement clerks compile requests for materials, prepare purchase orders, keep track of purchases and supplies, and handle inquiries about orders. They make sure that what was purchased arrives on schedule and meets the purchaser's specifications.

Education and Training

Most employers prefer applicants who have a high school diploma or its equivalent. Most procurement clerks are trained on the job under close supervision of more experienced employees.

Job Outlook

Employment change. Employment is expected to grow more slowly than the average. The need for procurement clerks will be reduced, as the use of computers to place orders directly with suppliers and as ordering over the Internet becomes more prevalent.

Job prospects. Job prospects are expected to be favorable. Job openings will arise out of the need to replace workers who transfer to other occupations or leave the labor force.