Purchasing agent NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for purchasing agent.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for purchasing agent is 12102 (Procurement and purchasing agents and officers), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
12102
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 12102 covers
Procurement and purchasing agents and officers source and purchase general and specialized equipment, materials, business services and land or access rights for use or for further processing by their establishment. They are employed throughout the public and private sectors.
| Unit group | 12102 — Procurement and purchasing agents and officers |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 2 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years, or supervisory roles |
| Broad category | Business, finance and administration occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Procurement agents and officers
- Evaluate risk, assess, prepare forecasts, scenarios and other factors concerning the supply market, and write reports and recommendations
- Provides research and input into the financial sourcing aspects of contracts and calls for tender when information is not readily available
- Identify high impact cost reduction opportunities
- Leverage the organization's buying power to optimize costs, access new suppliers, reduce lead times, and guarantee supply
- Develop and maintain relationships with existing and potential buyers and suppliers to the organization
To use NOC 12102 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 12102 →
Other job titles under NOC 12102
- Contract management officer
- Contracts officer
- Furniture and furnishings purchaser
- Government supply officer
- Material management officer
- Procurement officer
- Energy asset surface land analyst
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 12102, one of these may fit better:
- Airline baggage agent — NOC 64312 (Airline ticket and service agents, TEER 4)
- Airline cargo agent — NOC 64312 (Airline ticket and service agents, TEER 4)
- Airline passenger agent — NOC 64312 (Airline ticket and service agents, TEER 4)
- Airline reservation agent — NOC 64312 (Airline ticket and service agents, TEER 4)
- Airline ticket agent — NOC 64312 (Airline ticket and service agents, TEER 4)
- Apartment rental agent — NOC 13101 (Property administrators, TEER 3)
- Bus ticket agent — NOC 64313 (Ground and water transport ticket agents, cargo service representatives and related clerks, TEER 4)
- Call centre agent supervisor — NOC 62023 (Customer and information services supervisors, TEER 2)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for purchasing agent?+
In NOC 2021, "purchasing agent" is an example title in unit group 12102 — Procurement and purchasing agents and officers. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Business, finance and administration occupations" broad category.
Is purchasing agent eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 12102 is TEER 2, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does purchasing agent get extra CRS points?+
NOC 12102 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a purchasing agent get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 12102 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says purchasing agent but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 12102. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.