Sales & Procurement

Ladendetektiv/in

You protect goods and customers through precise observation and discreet control.

Ladendetektiv/in

01 · Overview

What this profession is about

You monitor customer behaviour, investigate theft suspicion, and ensure safety in retail.

Ladedetektivinnen und Ladedetektive are the silent guardians of modern retail. You move unnoticed among customers. You analyse suspicious behaviour and intervene precisely during theft attempts. You often work with camera systems or in a team. Your presence protects goods, customers, and staff from losses and dangers. You document incidents carefully. This ensures order and safety in the sales area.

FieldSales & Procurement
Education pathSpecialisation / Professional Function
IndustryOther Security Services
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02 · Salary

What you can earn

MedianCHF 84'000
CHF 39'200CHF 152'000
✓ Strong salary match
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Sicherheitsingenieur. Based on 931 observations, updated 7 months ago.

Salary by experience

80k100k120kmedian 84k70k78k85k90k98k118k0-2 yrs3-5 yrs6-8 yrs9-11 yrs12-21 yrs21+ yrs
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ExperienceSalary (CHF)
0-2 yrsCHF 70'200
3-5 yrsCHF 78'000
6-8 yrsCHF 85'000
9-11 yrsCHF 90'000
12-21 yrsCHF 97'500
21+ yrsCHF 118'000

Salary trend

+15% over decade
80k85k90k79k91k88k91k2014-20162017-20192020-20222023-2025
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PeriodSalary (CHF)
2014-2016CHF 79'475
2017-2019CHF 91'000
2020-2022CHF 88'200
2023-2025CHF 91'000

Top earning cantons

  • LucerneCHF 100'80033 obs.
  • AargauCHF 93'00032 obs.
  • Basel-LandCHF 91'40714 obs.
  • ZurichCHF 90'000164 obs.
  • Basel-StadtCHF 89'26032 obs.
  • NeuchâtelCHF 86'24223 obs.
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CantonSalaryObs.
LucerneCHF 100'80033
AargauCHF 93'00032
Basel-LandCHF 91'40714
ZurichCHF 90'000164
Basel-StadtCHF 89'26032
NeuchâtelCHF 86'24223

Top paying industries

  • InsuranceCHF 117'70012 obs.
  • Chemicals / PharmaceuticalsCHF 106'00048 obs.
  • Consulting variousCHF 105'60023 obs.
  • Health care / Social servicesCHF 105'30031 obs.
  • Information technology / TelecomCHF 104'25031 obs.
  • Banking / Financial institutionsCHF 103'25142 obs.
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IndustrySalaryObs.
InsuranceCHF 117'70012
Chemicals / PharmaceuticalsCHF 106'00048
Consulting variousCHF 105'60023
Health care / Social servicesCHF 105'30031
Information technology / TelecomCHF 104'25031
Banking / Financial institutionsCHF 103'25142

03 · Pathway

How to enter and grow

Swiss training pathway available in the full profile

  • 🎓 Ladendetektiv/in

Official education path

Training is provided through a specialised certificate course in security and defence.

Typical training path

Ladendetektiv/in

Prerequisites

  • Flawless character record
  • Knowledge of checkout processes and goods flow
  • Willingness to complete an introductory course

Requirements

  • High concentration ability
  • Good observation skills
  • Assertiveness and communication skills
  • Readiness to take responsibility in extraordinary situations (e.g. during threats, fires)

04 · Skills & fit

What it takes

Required skills

  • Observation skills
  • Assertiveness
  • Concentration
  • Sense of responsibility

Personality fit

  • Swiss career path
  • Career transition
  • Professional growth

05 · Daily reality

What the work feels like

Typical day

You stand unnoticed in the sales area and watch the customers. At the same time, you keep the surveillance screens in view.

  • You watch customer behaviour closely in the sales area.
  • You move quietly between the shelves to spot suspicious actions.
  • You monitor the surveillance screens in the control room continuously.
  • You ask suspects to go to a separate room for questioning.
  • You check carried goods for stolen items.
  • You issue warnings or ban individuals from the premises.
  • You contact the police if needed. You also collect compensation.
  • You fill out detailed incident reports carefully.
  • You occasionally check staff at the checkout or in sales.
  • You regularly check emergency exits. You also take responsibility for safety.

Working conditions

You typically work in department stores, retail shops, or security services. You often work in a team with colleagues.

Strengths

  • Observation skills
  • Assertiveness
  • Concentration
  • Sense of responsibility

Trade-offs

  • Physical strain
  • Confrontations
  • Monotonous tasks
  • Shift work

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