What does a Livestock Buyer do?

You buy livestock for slaughterhouses and large butcheries.

What education does Livestock Buyer require?

Apprenticeship (EFZ) (36 months)

How much does a Livestock Buyer earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 48'000, mid ~CHF CHF 58'000 per year (approximate).

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Livestock Buyer

Food & Beverages

Livestock buyers usually work on behalf of abattoirs or large butchers. They are responsible for the procurement of livestock and are the contact person or advisor for livestock farmers.

Entry

~CHF 48'000

CHF 4'000/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 58'000

CHF 4'833/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 70'760

CHF 5'897/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelApprenticeship (EFZ)

Duration36 months

Your path to Livestock Buyer

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Secondary School

You are here

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Decision

ApprenticeshipHigh SchoolSpecialized School

Apprenticeship (EFZ)3–4 years

Company + vocational school

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Optional: Vocational Baccalaureate+1 year

Opens path to UAS

Work directlyBMS during apprenticeshipBMS after apprenticeship

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Career Start

Qualified professional

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Starting salary: CHF 48'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics5/10

🔬 Science4/10

💻 IT3/10

🔧 Manual8/10

🎨 Artistic2/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance6/10

🎨 Creativity4/10

🤝 Social Contact8/10

💪 Physical Demands7/10

🔮 Future Outlook6/10

🔥 Demand (current)3/10

✨ AI Risk3/10

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