career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Logisticians and Purchasing Managers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Logisticians | Purchasing Managers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 13-1081 | 11-3061 |
| title | Logisticians | Purchasing Managers |
| onet code | 13-1081.00 | 11-3061.00 |
| description | Analyze and coordinate the ongoing logistical functions of a firm or organization. Responsible for the entire life cycle of a product, including acquisition, distribution, internal allocation, delivery, and final disposal of resources. | 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 | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 13 | 11 |
| tot emp | 235,640 | 81,240 |
| a mean | 87,600 | 150,630 |
| a median | 80,880 | 139,510 |
| a pct10 | 49,260 | 85,500 |
| a pct25 | 62,920 | 107,430 |
| a pct75 | 104,330 | 175,460 |
| a pct90 | 132,110 | 219,140 |
| h mean | 42 | 72 |
| h median | 38 | 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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