career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Project Management Specialists and Purchasing Managers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Project Management Specialists | Purchasing Managers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 13-1082 | 11-3061 |
| title | Project Management Specialists | Purchasing Managers |
| onet code | 13-1082.00 | 11-3061.00 |
| description | Analyze and coordinate the schedule, timeline, procurement, staffing, and budget of a product or service on a per project basis. Lead and guide the work of technical staff. May serve as a point of contact for the client or customer. | 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 | 1,006,160 | 81,240 |
| a mean | 108,100 | 150,630 |
| a median | 100,750 | 139,510 |
| a pct10 | 59,830 | 85,500 |
| a pct25 | 76,950 | 107,430 |
| a pct75 | 131,660 | 175,460 |
| a pct90 | 165,790 | 219,140 |
| h mean | 51 | 72 |
| h median | 48 | 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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