As of April 22, 2025, the average annual salary for a Head of Purchasing in Manchester, UK is £109,153, with an hourly rate of £52, according to Salary.com Global Salary IQ data. The average salary ranges from £100,775 to £124,912, influenced by factors like location, education, experience, and more.

Global Market Data
25TH   £100,775
50TH(Median)   £109,153
75TH   £124,912
Head of Purchasing Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
25th Percentile Head of Purchasing Salary £100,775 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
50th Percentile Head of Purchasing Salary £109,153 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
75th Percentile Head of Purchasing Salary £124,912 United Kingdom April 22, 2025

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How Much Does a Head of Purchasing Make by Hour, Week, Month, and Year?

Last Updated on April 22, 2025

Salary.com provides you with accurate and diversified Head of Purchasing salary data based on specialized databases to help you get a fairer salary. The average annual pay for a Head of Purchasing is about £109,153 a year, this translates to an approximate hourly rate of £52, a monthly salary of about £9,096, and a weekly pay of around £2,099. Click the switch button below to see more details about Head of Purchasing hourly pay, weekly pay, monthly pay, and so on.

How Much Do Head of Purchasings Earn at Different Levels in 2025?

A Head of Purchasing's salary varies significantly based on experience level. Entry typically earn £100,400 - £105,777, while Intermediate make £101,150 - £106,402, Senior earn £102,276 - £107,277, Specialist earn £104,026 - £108,903, Expert can reach £106,027 - £111,975 or more, depending on the company and location.

Levels Salary
Entry Level Head of Purchasing £104,026
Intermediate Level Head of Purchasing £104,777
Senior Level Head of Purchasing £105,777
Specialist Level Head of Purchasing £107,277
Expert Level Head of Purchasing £109,153
£104,026 0 yr
£104,777 < 2 yrs
£105,777 2-4 yrs
£107,277 5-8 yrs
£109,153 > 8 yrs
Entry Level 5%
Intermediate Level 4%
Senior Level 3%
Specialist Level 2%
Expert Level 0%
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Last Updated on April 22, 2025

What are the Highest Paying Cities in the United Kingdom for Head of Purchasing?

The top 3 highest-paying cities in the United Kingdom for Head of Purchasing are London, Brighton and Hove, and Manchester. In London, the average salary is £122,983 per year, while Brighton and Hove offers £114,719, and Manchester pays around £109,153 annually.

Which Job Pays More: Head Chef or Head of Purchasing?

As of April 22, 2025 , a Head Chef makes less than a Head of Purchasing. A Head Chef earns an average annual salary of £42,188. And a Head of Purchasing earns an average annual salary of £113,873.

Job Title Location Salary Range in GBP
Head Chef Manchester, UK
£33,316
£53,448
Top Purchasing Executive Manchester, UK
£135,828
£217,664
Purchasing Generalist IV Manchester, UK
£46,000
£65,819
Head of Distribution Manchester, UK
£91,040
£156,513

Head of Purchasing Job Openings in Manchester, UK

Purchasing Assistant
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Head Housekeeper
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Do you share our values of Caring, Passionate and Teamwork. Join Care UK, a multi award winning care provider, as a Head Housekeeper. The Role. . Lead...

Head of Operations (Young Learners)
BSC Education
Edinburgh, Central Scotland

Your profile. What's On The Offer. Salary Circa: £45,000 to £50,000 per annum (depending on experience). Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Hybrid Working. C...

Head of Operations (Young Learners)
BSC Education
Manchester, North West England

Your profile. What's On The Offer. Salary Circa: £45,000 to £50,000 per annum (depending on experience). Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Hybrid Working. C...

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