career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists and Purchasing Managers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | Purchasing Managers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 13-1161 | 11-3061 |
| title | Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | Purchasing Managers |
| onet code | 13-1161.00 | 11-3061.00 |
| description | Research conditions in local, regional, national, or online markets. Gather information to determine potential sales of a product or service, or plan a marketing or advertising campaign. May gather information on competitors, prices, sales, and methods of marketing and distribution. May employ search marketing tactics, analyze web metrics, and develop recommendations to increase search engine ranking and visibility to target markets. | 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 | 861,140 | 81,240 |
| a mean | 86,480 | 150,630 |
| a median | 76,950 | 139,510 |
| a pct10 | 42,070 | 85,500 |
| a pct25 | 56,220 | 107,430 |
| a pct75 | 104,870 | 175,460 |
| a pct90 | 144,610 | 219,140 |
| h mean | 41 | 72 |
| h median | 37 | 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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