Salary by experience
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| Experience | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 0-2 yrs | CHF 62'400 |
| 3-5 yrs | CHF 65'039 |
| 6-8 yrs | CHF 70'000 |
| 9-11 yrs | CHF 68'880 |
| 12-21 yrs | CHF 75'780 |
| 21+ yrs | CHF 81'250 |
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Swiss professionsSales & Procurement
Einkaufsmanager/in
You source goods and services in the best way for your company.
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
Einkaufsmanager/in manage the procurement of goods and services. This ensures the company always has what it needs.
As Einkaufsmanager/in, you manage the entire procurement process. You guide every step. This includes planning needs, selecting suppliers, and managing inventory. Your goal is simple. You want the right goods and services. You want them at the best price and at the right time. Professional negotiations and a clear view of the market secure your company's competitiveness.
FieldSales & Procurement
Education pathSpecialisation / Professional Function
IndustryWholesale
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02 · Salary
What you can earn
✓ Strong salary match
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Purchasing Assistant. Based on 1,495 observations, updated 7 months ago.
Salary trend
+9% over decadeView as table
| Period | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 2014-2016 | CHF 66'000 |
| 2017-2019 | CHF 65'000 |
| 2020-2022 | CHF 67'400 |
| 2023-2025 | CHF 72'000 |
Top earning cantons
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| Canton | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Schaffhausen | CHF 81'250 | 15 |
| Schwyz | CHF 71'500 | 21 |
| Geneva | CHF 71'400 | 53 |
| Zug | CHF 70'750 | 34 |
| Zurich | CHF 69'807 | 256 |
| Aargau | CHF 68'125 | 152 |
Top paying industries
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| Industry | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Education | CHF 79'050 | 6 |
| Banking / Financial institutions | CHF 77'590 | 8 |
| Agriculture / Forestry / Wood | CHF 75'750 | 6 |
| Tourism / Travel / Recreation | CHF 73'500 | 8 |
| Transport / Logistics | CHF 72'000 | 21 |
| Public administration / Associations | CHF 71'473 | 18 |
03 · Pathway
How to enter and grow
Swiss training pathway available in the full profile
- 🎓 Einkaufsmanager/in
Official education path
Training is provided through school certificates or internal company programs.
Typical training path
Einkaufsmanager/in
Prerequisites
- Abschluss einer beruflichen Grundbildung
- Professional experience in purchasing (advantageous)
Requirements
- Ability to work independently
- High sense of responsibility
- Analytical skills
- Negotiation skills
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Negotiation skills
- Market awareness
- Organizational skills
- Cost awareness
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
You constantly check offers. You negotiate terms with suppliers and coordinate deliveries. You keep track of inventory. You adapt order quantities flexibly.
- You coordinate daily procurement processes and plan needs precisely.
- You analyze markets and select the right suppliers for your company.
- You conduct professional negotiations to optimize terms and delivery times.
- You monitor inventory management and ensure goods are available on time.
- You handle supplier inquiries independently and maintain long-term business relationships.
- You optimize procurement processes to reduce costs and ensure quality.
Working conditions
You usually work in the purchasing departments of companies, wholesalers, or service providers. Your workplace is typically an office. You have direct contact with suppliers and internal specialist teams.
Strengths
- Negotiation skills
- Market awareness
- Organizational skills
- Cost awareness
Trade-offs
- High pressure
- Travel time
- Responsibility
- Constant adaptation
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