U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Standard Occupational Classification

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11-3061 Purchasing Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services. Include wholesale or retail trade merchandising managers and procurement managers.

Purchasing Managers (broad occupation)

Operations Specialties Managers (minor group)

Management Occupations (major group)

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Last Modified Date: October 26, 2009