Purchasing Clerk Career

*A job as a Purchasing Clerk falls under the broader career category of Procurement Clerks. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Procurement Clerks : Compile information and records to draw up purchase orders for procurement of materials and services.


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Procurement Clerk Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$47,940

Median Hourly Wage

$23.05*

Total Employed Nationally

61,580


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2024 wage data and 2023-2033 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2023-2033). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.