What are the main factors that influence a Purchasing Supervisor's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Purchasing Supervisor's salary?

A Purchasing Supervisor's salary grows with experience: an Expeditor (4-7 years)earns $76,686, a Purchasing Supervisor (7+ years)earns $88,116, a Purchasing Senior Supervisor (7+ years)earns $100,842, a Purchasing Manager (7+ years)earns $127,214, a Purchasing Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $176,405,

What are the highest paying states for a Purchasing Supervisor?

Purchasing Supervisor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Purchasing Supervisor roles are District of Columbia $96,120, California $95,756, Massachusetts $94,480. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Purchasing Supervisor roles make?

Salaries for Purchasing Supervisor level roles vary by specialization: Purchasing Senior Supervisor: $99,352; Purchasing Expeditor: $75,560; Purchasing Generalist II: $74,230; Purchasing Agent IV: $68,040; Purchasing Clerk IV: $68,033.

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Purchasing Supervisor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Purchasing Supervisor make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Purchasing Supervisor in Delaware is $88,116 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

However, a Purchasing Supervisor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,481
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,607 to $95,635
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,949

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Purchasing Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,635	$7,970	$1,839	$46
Average	$88,116	$7,343	$1,695	$42
25th Percentile	$78,607	$6,551	$1,512	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Purchasing Supervisor Salaries

A Purchasing Supervisor's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Purchasing Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Purchasing Supervisor's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Expeditor (4-7 years): $76,686
Purchasing Supervisor (7+ years): $88,116
Purchasing Senior Supervisor (7+ years): $100,842
Purchasing Manager (7+ years): $127,214
Purchasing Senior Manager (7+ years): $176,405

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Expeditor	4-7 years	$76,686
Purchasing Supervisor	7+ years	$88,116
Purchasing Senior Supervisor	7+ years	$100,842
Purchasing Manager	7+ years	$127,214
Purchasing Senior Manager	7+ years	$176,405

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How Do Purchasing Supervisor Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Purchasing Supervisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $96,120.
California: $95,756.
Massachusetts: $94,480.

District of Columbia $96,120 California $95,756 Massachusetts $94,480 Washington $94,132 New Jersey $94,098 Alaska $93,976 Connecticut $92,778 New York $92,292

Hawaii $90,738 Rhode Island $90,009 Maryland $89,514 Minnesota $88,837 Colorado $88,576 Illinois $88,490 Oregon $88,160 Delaware $87,917

New Hampshire $87,764 Virginia $87,422 Pennsylvania $86,423 Nevada $85,920 North Dakota $85,755 Michigan $85,494 Wisconsin $85,399 Vermont $85,208

Texas $84,678 Maine $84,644 Arizona $84,592 Ohio $84,531 Georgia $83,732 Indiana $83,333 Wyoming $83,255 Utah $83,133

Iowa $83,081 Kansas $82,664 Louisiana $82,543 North Carolina $82,499 Missouri $82,482 Florida $82,143 Montana $81,961 Nebraska $81,787

Kentucky $81,692 South Carolina $81,345 Tennessee $81,128 Idaho $81,041 New Mexico $80,407 Oklahoma $80,268 Alabama $79,756 South Dakota $78,897

Arkansas $78,428 West Virginia $78,176 Mississippi $77,421

Top Paying Cities for Purchasing Supervisors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $90,990
Little Creek: $90,148
Magnolia: $90,521

Lincoln, DE $90,990 Little Creek, DE $90,148 Magnolia, DE $90,521 Milford, DE $90,990 Marydel, DE $89,809 Millsboro, DE $90,990 Millville, DE $91,597 Milton, DE $90,990

Nassau, DE $90,990 Ocean View, DE $91,597 Rehoboth Beach, DE $91,597 Seaford, DE $90,035 Selbyville, DE $91,597 Smyrna, DE $89,705 Viola, DE $90,521 Woodside, DE $90,261

Bear, DE $89,045 Newark, DE $89,080 Claymont, DE $89,149 Delaware City, DE $89,080 Hockessin, DE $89,149 Kirkwood, DE $89,080 Middletown, DE $89,523 Montchanin, DE $89,149

New Castle, DE $89,149 Odessa, DE $89,644 Port Penn, DE $88,837 Rockland, DE $89,149 Saint Georges, DE $89,080 Townsend, DE $89,514 Winterthur, DE $89,149 Lewes, DE $90,990

Wilmington, DE $89,149 Dover, DE $90,104 Dover Afb, DE $90,313 Bethany Beach, DE $91,597 Bethel, DE $90,035 Bridgeville, DE $90,990 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,200 Cheswold, DE $89,896

Clayton, DE $89,670 Dagsboro, DE $91,597 Delmar, DE $90,035 Ellendale, DE $90,990 Felton, DE $90,990 Fenwick Island, DE $91,597 Frankford, DE $91,597 Frederica, DE $90,990

Georgetown, DE $90,990 Greenwood, DE $90,990 Harbeson, DE $90,990 Harrington, DE $90,990 Hartly, DE $89,627 Houston, DE $90,990 Kenton, DE $89,670 Laurel, DE $90,035

Yorklyn, DE $89,149

Purchasing Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Purchasing Supervisor's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$78,607

Average $88,116/year

$95,635

$6,551

Average $7,343/month

$7,970

$1,512

Average $1,695/week

$1,839

$38

Average $42/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,635	$7,970	$1,839	$46
Average	$88,116	$7,343	$1,695	$42
25th Percentile	$78,607	$6,551	$1,512	$38

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Purchasing Supervisor, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Purchasing Supervisor Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Gas Supply Manager	$170,799	94%
IT Procurement Manager	$141,344	60%
Purchasing Senior Supervisor	$100,842	14%

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