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 |
Top HR
Swiss professionsTextiles & Fashion
Junior Product Manager/in STF (Fashion)
You plan and develop fashion products for the Swiss market.
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
You manage product planning from idea to sale in the fashion industry. You also analyse trends.
In the dynamic fashion and lifestyle sector, you shape the future of collections. From the first idea to material selection and market launch, you guide every step. You analyse trends, work closely with suppliers, and ensure products match the target audience perfectly. Your decisions directly shape the brand image and sales success.
FieldTextiles & Fashion
Education pathSpecialisation / Professional Function
IndustryRetail
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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
- 🎓 Junior Product Manager/in STF
Official education path
The part-time course lasts two semesters. It provides practical knowledge for product planning in the fashion industry.
Typical training path
Junior Product Manager/in STF
Prerequisites
- Abgeschlossene berufliche Grundbildung mit eidg. Fähigkeitszeugnis EFZ im Detailhandel or an equivalent qualification
- 1 year of professional experience in retail
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Brand understanding
- Analytical thinking
- Coordination skills
- Trend awareness
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
You sit at your desk and check current sales figures. A new fabric sample lies on the table at the same time. You call suppliers to discuss delivery dates. You adjust the product range planning in between.
- You plan the entire product development process from the first sketch to the final collection.
- You analyse current fashion trends and draw clear decisions for the product range.
- You coordinate work with suppliers and ensure deliveries arrive on time.
- You support the launch of new items with targeted sales support.
- You evaluate sales figures and adjust price and quantity planning accordingly.
- You check fabric quality and assess the feasibility of production.
Working conditions
You work in the offices of fashion companies, showrooms, or wholesalers. You also visit trade fairs, factories, and local suppliers.
Where to learn
- Schweizerische Textilfachschule (STF)Klosterstrasse 32, 8406 Winterthur
Strengths
- Brand understanding
- Analytical thinking
- Coordination skills
- Trend awareness
Trade-offs
- Seasonal pressure
- High responsibility
- Travel requirements
- Rapid changes
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