NOC 2021 · 12102 · TEER 2
NOC 12102: Procurement and purchasing agents and officers
Official NOC 2021, Job Bank and IRCC data · checked 21 October 2026
Procurement and purchasing agents and officers source and purchase general and specialized equipment, materials, business services and land or access rights for use or for further processing by their establishment. They are employed throughout the public and private sectors.
TEER
TEER 2
Usually needs a college diploma, an apprenticeship of 2 or more years, or supervisory work
Median wage (Canada)
$36.06 / hour
Job Bank, 2023-2024
High-wage tier (from 3 Nov 2026)
Not on the list
No high-wage CRS points
Express Entry categories
None
General and program draws only
Express Entry
How NOC 12102 counts for Express Entry
- Federal Skilled Worker: eligible occupationNeeds 1 year of continuous skilled (TEER 0–3) work in the last 10 years and 67 points on the FSW grid.
- Canadian Experience Class: eligible occupationNeeds 1 year of skilled (TEER 0–3) work in Canada in the last 3 years.
- Federal Skilled Trades: not eligibleNeeds 2 years of work in an eligible trade group in the last 5 years, plus a job offer or a Canadian certificate of qualification.
High-wage CRS points
NOC 12102 is not one of IRCC's 186 high-wage occupations, so Canadian work or a job offer in it earns no high-wage points. Your usual Canadian work-length points still count.
See all 186 high-wage occupationsCategory-based draws
NOC 12102 is not on any of IRCC's 2026 occupation categories. You can still be invited through general, program-specific or French-language draws.
IRCC category listsDuties
Main duties
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Procurement agents and officers
- Evaluate risk, assess, prepare forecasts, scenarios and other factors concerning the supply market, and write reports and recommendations
- Provides research and input into the financial sourcing aspects of contracts and calls for tender when information is not readily available
- Identify high impact cost reduction opportunities
- Leverage the organization's buying power to optimize costs, access new suppliers, reduce lead times, and guarantee supply
- Develop and maintain relationships with existing and potential buyers and suppliers to the organization
- Respond to customer service inquiries and clarify requirements and provide information as needed.
- Purchasing agents and officers
- Purchase general and specialized equipment and materials, business services and land or access rights for use or for further processing by their establishment
- Assess requirements of an establishment and develop specifications for equipment, materials and supplies to be purchased
- Invite tenders, consult with suppliers and review quotations
- Determine or negotiate contract terms and conditions, award supplier contracts or recommend contract awards
- Establish logistics of delivery schedules, monitor progress and contact clients and suppliers to resolve problems
- Negotiate land acquisition or access rights for public or private use, and may conduct field investigations of properties
- May hire, train or supervise purchasing clerks.
For Express Entry, your experience must match the lead statement and most of these duties, not only the job title.
Job titles
Example job titles
- contract management officer
- contracts officer
- energy asset surface land analyst
- furniture and furnishings purchaser
- government supply officer
- material management officer
- procurement officer
- purchasing agent
- sourcing specialist
- strategic sourcing analyst
All 59 job titles in NOC 12102
- advertising buyer
- business services purchasing officer
- buyer - manufacturing and processing
- buyer - purchasing
- construction contract administrator
- contract administrator
- contract claims examiner
- contract management officer
- contract negotiator
- contract specialist
- contracts officer
- energy asset joint venture representative
- energy asset surface land analyst
- furniture and furnishings purchaser
- government supply officer
- grain buyer
- hotel purchasing agent
- hotel purchasing officer
- land agent
- land negotiator
- landman/woman - oil and gas
- material management officer
- material purchasing officer
- materials coordinator
- media buyer
- media estimator
- media time and space buyer
- mineral land contracts analyst
- office equipment purchasing officer
- ore buyer
- passenger and freight rates analyst
- petroleum land administrator
- procurement officer
- procurement specialist
- products administrator
- pulpwood buyer
- purchaser
- purchasing agent
- purchasing contracts administrator
- purchasing contracts analyst
- purchasing contracts management officer
- purchasing contracts negotiator
- purchasing contracts officer
- purchasing officer
- purchasing supervisor
- purchasing-services contracts negotiator
- radio time buyer
- restaurant purchasing agent
- restaurant purchasing officer
- right-of-way agent
- senior buyer - purchasing
- services contracts negotiator
- sourcing specialist
- stewardship officer
- storage purchasing coordinator
- strategic sourcing analyst
- supply chain specialist - procurement
- television time buyer
- well and facilities asset analyst
Requirements
Employment requirements
- Procurement and purchasing agents and officers usually require a bachelor's degree or college diploma in business administration, commerce or economics.
- Procurement and purchasing agents and officers purchasing specialized materials or business services may require a related university degree or college diploma. For example, a bachelor's degree or college diploma in engineering may be required for purchasers of industrial products.
- A certificate in purchasing from the Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC) may be required.
- Previous experience as a purchasing clerk or as an administrative clerk may be required.
- Certification from the International Right of Way Association (IRWA) may be required.
- Sourcing specialists and analysts usually require a bachelor's degree or college diploma in economics, logistics, operations management, finance, engineering, mathematics, or statistical analysis.
- Previous work experience in supply chain for sourcing specialists and analysts is usually required.
Additional information
- Progression to managerial positions is possible with experience.
- Procurement and purchasing agents and officers may specialize in the purchase of particular materials or business services such as furniture or access rights.
This occupation may be regulated in some provinces. You may need a licence or certificate from the provincial regulator before you can work in it in Canada, even if you hold permanent residence.
Wages
Wages for NOC 12102 in Canada
Low, median and high wages per hour in Canadian dollars, from ESDC Job Bank's 2025 wage data.
| Region | Low | Median | High | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $24.68 | $36.06 | $57.69 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $25.00 | $37.00 | $61.54 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Prince Edward Island | $23.65 | $32.23 | $46.76 | Small Area Estimation, 2024 |
| Nova Scotia | $25.00 | $34.07 | $47.74 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| New Brunswick | $23.00 | $34.62 | $51.79 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Quebec | $24.00 | $35.00 | $54.00 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Ontario | $25.00 | $36.41 | $58.46 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Manitoba | $22.00 | $31.89 | $46.92 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Saskatchewan | $26.25 | $37.00 | $57.69 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Alberta | $26.00 | $40.35 | $70.00 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| British Columbia | $26.20 | $34.70 | $52.94 | Labour Force Survey, 2023-2024 |
| Nunavut | $36.51 | $52.94 | $64.90 | Small Area Estimation, 2024 |
Provinces with too little data are not shown. Wages vary by city and employer; see Job Bank for regional figures.
Job outlook
Job outlook by province, 2025–2027
Job Bank rates the 3-year outlook as good or very good in New Brunswick, Saskatchewan, Nunavut.
GoodNew Brunswick
The employment outlook will be Good for procurement and purchasing agents and officers (NOC 12102) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Purchasing agents and officers are found in most industries.
Job prospects will be enhanced for those with experience and who possess knowledge of the business operations of the hiring firm and its industry.
Knowledge of the supply market is considered an asset.
Individuals with strong research and communication skills will have enhanced job prospects.
Digital literacy is also important as purchasing transactions are becoming increasingly data-driven and automated. Experience with procurement software or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software is commonly found in job postings.
Here are some key facts about procurement and purchasing agents and officers in New Brunswick:
Approximately 1,100 people work in this occupation.
Procurement and purchasing agents and officers mainly work in the following sectors:
Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 11%
Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 11%
Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211): 8%
Construction (NAICS 23): 8%
Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 8%
85% of procurement and purchasing agents and officers work all year, while 15% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
Less than 5% of procurement and purchasing agents and officers are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 44% compared to 52% for all occupations
Women: 56% compared to 48% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: 26% compared to 30% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 31% compared to 23% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 25% compared to 16% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 7% compared to 7% for all occupations
GoodSaskatchewan
The employment outlook will be Good for procurement and purchasing agents and officers (NOC 12102) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
Several positions will become available due to retirements.
Positive economic growth outlook for 2026 and 2027 should support a moderate employment growth for this occupation in the private sector.
In public administration, ongoing return to office may positively impact job prospects for this occupation as more office space, administrative and operational supplies are required to accommodate more workers and frequent office attendance.
Here are some key facts about procurement and purchasing agents and officers in Saskatchewan:
Approximately 2,050 people work in this occupation.
Procurement and purchasing agents and officers mainly work in the following sectors:
Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 23%
Construction (NAICS 23): 6%
Other transportation and warehousing (NAICS 482-483, 486, 487, 493): 6%
Utilities (NAICS 22): 6%
85% of procurement and purchasing agents and officers work all year, while 15% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
Less than 5% of procurement and purchasing agents and officers are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 51% compared to 53% for all occupations
Women: 49% compared to 47% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: 32% compared to 33% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 12% compared to 15% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 28% compared to 17% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 20% compared to 18% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations
GoodNunavut
The employment outlook will be Good for procurement and purchasing agents and officers (NOC 12102) in Nunavut for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about procurement and purchasing agents and officers in Nunavut:
Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
Procurement and purchasing agents and officers mainly work in the following sectors:
Public Administration and Defence (NAICS 91): 75%
Health care and social services (NAICS 62): 6%
Utilities (NAICS 22): 6%
Tourism & Culture (NAICS 51, 71-72): 6%
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 54% compared to 51% for all occupations
Women: 46% compared to 49% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: 17% compared to 37% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: 17% compared to 22% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 33% compared to 15% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: n/a
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a
ModerateNewfoundland and Labrador
The employment outlook will be Moderate for procurement and purchasing agents and officers (NOC 12102) in Newfoundland and Labrador for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Job prospects will be enhanced for those with experience and who possess knowledge of the business operations of the hiring firm and its industry. Candidates are often expected to possess a college or university degree as well as certification relating to purchasing. An example would be the Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) designation.
Here are some key facts about procurement and purchasing agents and officers in Newfoundland and Labrador:
Approximately 850 people work in this occupation.
Procurement and purchasing agents and officers mainly work in the following sectors:
Mining and quarrying (NAICS 212): 18%
Hospitals (NAICS 622): 14%
Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211): 9%
Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 7%
Other transportation and warehousing (NAICS 482, 486, 487, 493): 6%
88% of procurement and purchasing agents and officers work all year, while 12% work only part of the year, compared to 56% and 43% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 49 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.
5% of procurement and purchasing agents and officers are self-employed compared to an average of 8% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 42% compared to 51% for all occupations
Women: 56% compared to 49% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: 17% compared to 27% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 10% compared to 17% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 45% compared to 23% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 23% compared to 14% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations
ModeratePrince Edward Island
The employment outlook will be Moderate for procurement and purchasing agents and officers (NOC 12102) in Prince Edward Island for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about procurement and purchasing agents and officers in Prince Edward Island:
Approximately 250 people work in this occupation.
Procurement and purchasing agents and officers mainly work in the following sectors:
Chemical manufacturing (NAICS 325): 22%
Hospitals (NAICS 622): 17%
Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 13%
Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 12%
Construction (NAICS 23): 10%
90% of procurement and purchasing agents and officers work all year, while 10% work only part of the year, compared to 59% and 41% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 50 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 42% compared to 51% for all occupations
Women: 57% compared to 49% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: n/a
high school diploma or equivalent: 28% compared to 28% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 26% compared to 25% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 23% compared to 17% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 10% compared to 8% for all occupations
ModerateNova Scotia
The employment outlook will be Moderate for procurement and purchasing agents and officers (NOC 12102) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Although experience and credentials in supply-chain logistics are typically sought in more senior positions, the purchasing function may be shared with related roles in shipping and materials management within a firm. The occupation works within all industries, including manufacturing, trade and transportation, and in government.
Here are some key facts about procurement and purchasing agents and officers in Nova Scotia:
Approximately 1,300 people work in this occupation.
Procurement and purchasing agents and officers mainly work in the following sectors:
Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 17%
Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 10%
Construction (NAICS 23): 9%
Hospitals (NAICS 622): 9%
77% of procurement and purchasing agents and officers work all year, while 23% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
5% of procurement and purchasing agents and officers are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 43% compared to 51% for all occupations
Women: 56% compared to 49% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: 23% compared to 27% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 9% compared to 12% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 30% compared to 22% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 31% compared to 20% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
ModerateQuebec
The employment outlook will be Moderate for procurement and purchasing agents and officers (NOC 12102) in Quebec for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
This occupation is found in most sectors of economic activity.
International trade, as well as public and private investment by businesses, support employment in this group. However, government budget constraints, the current economic climate, and geopolitical uncertainty could moderate demand for this occupation. Nevertheless, organizations will seek to optimize their purchasing and supply costs, particularly by developing new markets, making this job essential to their operations.
The increased use of new technologies, the development of e-commerce and the digitization of business activities, are major trends. An increasing number of companies are implementing automated procurement systems to reduce delays and human errors, which should support the demand for these workers by allowing them to diversify their tasks.
Here are some key facts about procurement and purchasing agents and officers in Quebec:
Approximately 20,450 people work in this occupation.
Procurement and purchasing agents and officers mainly work in the following sectors:
Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 9%
Construction (NAICS 23): 9%
Transportation equipment manufacturing (NAICS 336): 7%
Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6%
77% of procurement and purchasing agents and officers work all year, while 23% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
Less than 5% of procurement and purchasing agents and officers are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 50% compared to 52% for all occupations
Women: 50% compared to 48% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: 18% compared to 19% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 13% compared to 19% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 28% compared to 22% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 25% compared to 17% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 12% compared to 11% for all occupations
ModerateOntario
The employment outlook will be Moderate for procurement and purchasing agents and officers (NOC 12102) in Ontario for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
Several positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about procurement and purchasing agents and officers in Ontario:
Approximately 30,950 people work in this occupation.
Procurement and purchasing agents and officers mainly work in the following sectors:
Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 12%
Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 11%
Construction (NAICS 23): 7%
82% of procurement and purchasing agents and officers work all year, while 18% work only part of the year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
Less than 5% of procurement and purchasing agents and officers are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 45% compared to 52% for all occupations
Women: 55% compared to 48% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: 21% compared to 25% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 30% compared to 22% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 30% compared to 24% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 11% compared to 13% for all occupations
ModerateManitoba
The employment outlook will be Moderate for procurement and purchasing agents and officers (NOC 12102) in Manitoba for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
Several positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about procurement and purchasing agents and officers in Manitoba:
Approximately 1,850 people work in this occupation.
Procurement and purchasing agents and officers mainly work in the following sectors:
Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 10%
Computer, electronic and electrical product manufacturing (NAICS 334-335): 9%
Hospitals (NAICS 622): 8%
Construction (NAICS 23): 8%
Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 8%
87% of procurement and purchasing agents and officers work all year, while 13% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 49 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
Less than 5% of procurement and purchasing agents and officers are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 53% compared to 53% for all occupations
Women: 47% compared to 47% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: 6% compared to 12% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: 25% compared to 31% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 11% compared to 12% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 26% compared to 17% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 26% compared to 20% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 7% compared to 8% for all occupations
ModerateAlberta
The employment outlook will be Moderate for procurement and purchasing agents and officers (NOC 12102) in Alberta for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about procurement and purchasing agents and officers in Alberta:
Approximately 10,150 people work in this occupation.
Procurement and purchasing agents and officers mainly work in the following sectors:
Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211): 27%
Construction (NAICS 23): 9%
Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 8%
The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
Full-time workers: 94% compared to 80% for all occupations
Part-time workers: 6% compared to 20% for all occupations
79% of procurement and purchasing agents and officers work all year, while 21% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 46 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
9% of procurement and purchasing agents and officers are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 43% compared to 53% for all occupations
Women: 56% compared to 47% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: 19% compared to 28% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 10% compared to 13% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 31% compared to 19% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 30% compared to 21% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 7% compared to 9% for all occupations
ModerateBritish Columbia
The employment outlook will be Moderate for procurement and purchasing agents and officers (NOC 12102) in British Columbia for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
Several positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about procurement and purchasing agents and officers in British Columbia:
Approximately 7,800 people work in this occupation.
Procurement and purchasing agents and officers mainly work in the following sectors:
Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 12%
Construction (NAICS 23): 7%
Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 7%
Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 6%
The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
Full-time workers: 94% compared to 78% for all occupations
Part-time workers: 6% compared to 22% for all occupations
81% of procurement and purchasing agents and officers work all year, while 19% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
7% of procurement and purchasing agents and officers are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 46% compared to 52% for all occupations
Women: 54% compared to 48% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: 21% compared to 28% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 10% compared to 13% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 22% compared to 17% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 30% compared to 22% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 13% compared to 12% for all occupations
ModerateNorthwest Territories
The employment outlook will be Moderate for procurement and purchasing agents and officers (NOC 12102) in Northwest Territories for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
Several positions will become available due to retirements.
There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about procurement and purchasing agents and officers in Northwest Territories:
Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
Procurement and purchasing agents and officers mainly work in the following sectors:
Public Administration and Defence (NAICS 91): 75%
Health care and social services (NAICS 62): 6%
Utilities (NAICS 22): 6%
Tourism & Culture (NAICS 51, 71-72): 6%
The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
Full-time workers: 90% compared to 88% for all occupations
Part-time workers: 10% compared to 12% for all occupations
90% of procurement and purchasing agents and officers work all year, while 10% work only part of the year, compared to 71% and 28% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 48 weeks compared to 44 weeks for all occupations.
The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
Men: 48% compared to 52% for all occupations
Women: 52% compared to 48% for all occupations
The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 17% for all occupations
high school diploma or equivalent: 28% compared to 26% for all occupations
apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 10% compared to 12% for all occupations
college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 33% compared to 18% for all occupations
bachelor's degree: 14% compared to 17% for all occupations
university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 10% compared to 9% for all occupations
Source: ESDC Job Bank, 3-year employment outlooks 2025–2027 (released December 2025).
Provinces
Provincial Nominee Programs
A provincial nomination adds 600 CRS points. Most provinces run occupation-targeted draws or in-demand lists, and some accept TEER 4 and 5 occupations that Express Entry does not.
Provincial lists change often, sometimes between draws. We check whether NOC 12102 is being targeted by any province as part of a consultation.
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Questions
NOC 12102: common questions
What is the NOC code for procurement and purchasing agents and officers?
What TEER category is NOC 12102?
Is NOC 12102 eligible for Express Entry?
Is NOC 12102 a high-wage occupation for Express Entry?
Is NOC 12102 eligible for category-based Express Entry draws?
What is the median wage for NOC 12102 in Canada?
Classification
Where it sits in NOC 2021
- 1Business, finance and administration occupationsBroad Category
- 12Administrative and financial supervisors and specialized administrative occupationsMajor Group
- 121Specialized administrative occupationsSub-major Group
- 1210Administrative and regulatory occupationsMinor Group
- 12102Procurement and purchasing agents and officers
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0, Job Bank wages (2025), Job Bank outlooks 2025–2027 and IRCC. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada. Checked 21 October 2026.
NOC 2026 is due from Statistics Canada in December 2026. IRCC still uses NOC 2021 codes, and this page will show any change once IRCC switches.
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