career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Architectural and Engineering Managers and Purchasing Managers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Architectural and Engineering Managers | Purchasing Managers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 11-9041 | 11-3061 |
| title | Architectural and Engineering Managers | Purchasing Managers |
| onet code | 11-9041.00 | 11-3061.00 |
| description | Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields. | Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services. Includes wholesale or retail trade merchandising managers and procurement managers. |
| job zone | 5 | 4 |
| major group | 11 | 11 |
| tot emp | 210,340 | 81,240 |
| a mean | 175,710 | 150,630 |
| a median | 167,740 | 139,510 |
| a pct10 | 111,450 | 85,500 |
| a pct25 | 134,930 | 107,430 |
| a pct75 | 207,210 | 175,460 |
| a pct90 | N/A | 219,140 |
| h mean | 84 | 72 |
| h median | 80 | 67 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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