career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Natural Sciences Managers and Purchasing Managers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Natural Sciences Managers | Purchasing Managers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 11-9121 | 11-3061 |
| title | Natural Sciences Managers | Purchasing Managers |
| onet code | 11-9121.00 | 11-3061.00 |
| description | Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and 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 | 100,870 | 81,240 |
| a mean | 173,500 | 150,630 |
| a median | 161,180 | 139,510 |
| a pct10 | 79,830 | 85,500 |
| a pct25 | 114,110 | 107,430 |
| a pct75 | 214,820 | 175,460 |
| a pct90 | N/A | 219,140 |
| h mean | 83 | 72 |
| h median | 77 | 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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