As of April 22, 2025, the average annual salary for a Purchasing Generalist I in the United Kingdom is £35,283, with an hourly rate of £17, according to Salary.com Global Salary IQ data. The average salary ranges from £31,803 to £40,003, influenced by factors like location, education, experience, and more.

Global Market Data
25TH   £31,803
50TH(Median)   £35,283
75TH   £40,003
Purchasing Generalist I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
25th Percentile Purchasing Generalist I Salary £31,803 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
50th Percentile Purchasing Generalist I Salary £35,283 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
75th Percentile Purchasing Generalist I Salary £40,003 United Kingdom April 22, 2025

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How Much Does a Purchasing Generalist I Make by Hour, Week, Month, and Year?

Last Updated on April 22, 2025

Salary.com provides you with accurate and diversified Purchasing Generalist I salary data based on specialized databases to help you get a fairer salary. The average annual pay for a Purchasing Generalist I is about £35,283 a year, this translates to an approximate hourly rate of £17, a monthly salary of about £2,940, and a weekly pay of around £679. Click the switch button below to see more details about Purchasing Generalist I hourly pay, weekly pay, monthly pay, and so on.

How Much Do Purchasing Generalist Is Earn at Different Levels in 2025?

A Purchasing Generalist I's salary varies significantly based on experience level. Entry typically earn £33,725 - £35,776, while Intermediate make £33,984 - £36,128, Senior earn £34,660 - £37,044, Specialist earn £35,023 - £37,608, Expert can reach £35,179 - £37,749 or more, depending on the company and location.

Levels Salary
Entry Level Purchasing Generalist I £35,023
Intermediate Level Purchasing Generalist I £35,283
Senior Level Purchasing Generalist I £36,128
Specialist Level Purchasing Generalist I £36,692
Expert Level Purchasing Generalist I £36,833
£35,023 0 yr
£35,283 < 2 yrs
£36,128 2-4 yrs
£36,692 5-8 yrs
£36,833 > 8 yrs
Entry Level 1%
Intermediate Level 0%
Senior Level 2%
Specialist Level 4%
Expert Level 4%
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Last Updated on April 22, 2025

What are the Highest Paying Cities in the United Kingdom for Purchasing Generalist I?

The top 3 highest-paying cities in the United Kingdom for Purchasing Generalist I are London, Brighton and Hove, and Manchester. In London, the average salary is £38,106 per year, while Brighton and Hove offers £35,545, and Manchester pays around £33,821 annually.

Which Job Pays More: Purchasing Generalist II or Purchasing Generalist I?

As of April 22, 2025 , a Purchasing Generalist II makes more than a Purchasing Generalist I. A Purchasing Generalist II earns an average annual salary of £37,724. And a Purchasing Generalist I earns an average annual salary of £35,283.

Job Title Salary Range in GBP
Purchasing Generalist II
£28,917
£47,462
Purchasing Generalist III
£34,449
£53,722
Purchasing Generalist IV
£47,989
£68,665
Human Resources Generalist I
£25,837
£41,614

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