As of April 22, 2025, the average annual salary for a Purchasing Generalist I in Edinburgh, UK is £35,918, with an hourly rate of £17, according to Salary.com Global Salary IQ data. The average salary ranges from £32,375 to £40,723, influenced by factors like location, education, experience, and more.

Global Market Data
25TH   £32,375
50TH(Median)   £35,918
75TH   £40,723
Purchasing Generalist I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
25th Percentile Purchasing Generalist I Salary £32,375 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
50th Percentile Purchasing Generalist I Salary £35,918 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
75th Percentile Purchasing Generalist I Salary £40,723 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 £35,918 a year, this translates to an approximate hourly rate of £17, a monthly salary of about £2,993, and a weekly pay of around £691. 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 £34,332 - £36,420, while Intermediate make £34,596 - £36,779, Senior earn £35,284 - £37,711, Specialist earn £35,654 - £38,285, Expert can reach £35,812 - £38,428 or more, depending on the company and location.

Levels Salary
Entry Level Purchasing Generalist I £35,654
Intermediate Level Purchasing Generalist I £35,918
Senior Level Purchasing Generalist I £36,779
Specialist Level Purchasing Generalist I £37,352
Expert Level Purchasing Generalist I £37,496
£35,654 0 yr
£35,918 < 2 yrs
£36,779 2-4 yrs
£37,352 5-8 yrs
£37,496 > 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 £38,403. And a Purchasing Generalist I earns an average annual salary of £35,283.

Job Title Location Salary Range in GBP
Purchasing Generalist II Edinburgh, UK
£29,437
£48,316
Purchasing Generalist III Edinburgh, UK
£35,069
£54,689
Purchasing Generalist IV Edinburgh, UK
£48,853
£69,901
Human Resources Generalist I Edinburgh, UK
£26,302
£42,364

Purchasing Generalist I Job Openings in Edinburgh, UK

Purchasing Assistant
CPM Crown
Worsley, North West England

Position Summary. Responsible for the ordering of materials and supplies and follow through with suppliers to ensure on time deliveries. Role Responsi...

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