AI Weekly Malaysia

Recruitment firm Core Tech Recruitment reports that SAP consultant job ads across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland typically quote salaries 10-12% above the eventual offer, citing examples like a senior consultant ad at €87,000-€115,000 resulting in offers of €79,000-€104,000. Owner Carl Weaver attributes the gap to both sides pricing in expected haggling, ads quoting total package vs. offer quoting base, and candidates lacking competing offers by the final stage.

Why: For founders hiring in niche tech markets, this confirms that advertised salary bands are ceilings for ideal candidates, not promises—budget for the lower end. For job seekers, the practical takeaway is to secure competing offers before final stages to avoid being anchored down after weeks of process investment.