Author: CIPS Career Success

  • South Africa

    In South Africa, procurement and supply professionals with MCIPS earn 78% more than their non-MCIPS colleagues, and the designation boosts their career prospects. Key findings Salaries In line with the trend in many other regions, salaries for procurement and supply professionals in South Africa have fallen slightly since last year. The average salary is ZAR……

  • Middle East & North Africa (MENA)

    MCIPS boosts the salaries of procurement and supply professionals in MENA and significantly increases their attractiveness to employers. Key findings Salaries In MENA, salaries for procurement and supply professionals have slightly fallen since last year. The average salary is $70,333, down from $72,561 in 2024. This could reflect the sluggish economic growth in the region.……

  • Europe

    MCIPS provides a significant salary boost for European procurement and MCIPS provides a significant salary boost for European procurement and supply professionals in a challenging market while the average salary increase is 5.9%. Key findings Salaries In Europe, salaries for procurement and supply professionals have fallen since last year, possibly reflecting sluggish economic growth in……

  • Australia and New Zealand

    Procurement and supply professionals in Australia and New Zealand earn salaries that are far higher than average, with MCIPS offering an extra boost. Key findings Salaries Average salaries for procurement and supply professionals in Australia have fallen this year – down to A$157,102 from A$162,625 in 2024. This could reflect the significant slowdown in Australia’s……

  • Asia

    Procurement and supply professionals in Asia are in high demand, which is reflected in their above-inflation pay increases and willingness to move roles over the next year.  Key findings Salaries Salaries for procurement and supply professionals in Asia have increased significantly since last year. The average salary has risen to $57,644 from $52,810 in 2024.……

  • UK

    Procurement and supply professionals report higher salaries and bonuses compared with last year, while MCIPS increases the likelihood of a pay rise. Key findings Salaries Salaries for UK procurement and supply professionals have increased above inflation since last year – bucking the global trend that has seen average salaries fall in most regions. In 2025,……

  • About the Research

    A total of 5,786 procurement and supply professionals from around the world contributed to the CIPS Procurement & Supply Salary Guide 2025. They completed a web survey that was in the field from 20 January 2025 until 14 March 2025, sharing their insights on a range of topics from salaries and bonuses through to skills,……

  • The talent challenge: Finding and developing procurement and supply superstars

    Procurement and supply is a profession on the up. Almost two-thirds (65%) of UK respondents to the CIPS Procurement & Supply Salary Guide 2024, in partnership with Hays, say that the perception of procurement within their organisation has improved over the last year (vs 63% in 2023). For many, a career in procurement and supply……

  • Next steps: Climb the career ladder with confidence

    Ready to take that crucial next step in your career? If so, you’re not alone. The CIPS Procurement & Supply Salary Guide 2025, in partnership with Hays, highlights that procurement and supply professionals around the world expect to move to a new employer within the next 12 months.  Globally, 40% of respondents are looking to switch……

  • Skills agenda: How to futureproof your career

    Procurement and supply is a highly skilled profession that requires a robust and diverse skill set. A commitment to ongoing technical and personal skills development is therefore essential to succeed as a procurement and supply professional. It is also necessary to futureproof your career.   The CIPS Procurement & Supply Salary Guide 2025, in partnership……