Terminal Operations Supervisor Salary in the United States

How much does a Terminal Operations Supervisor make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Terminal Operations Supervisor in the United States is $98,819 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $118,002
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $90,032 to $108,860
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,032
Compensation Planning
Develop a Job Description
Pay Equity
2025 Compensation Trend
AI-Powered Talent
Recruit with AI
View as table View as graph 25% $90,032 10% $82,032 90% $118,002 75% $108,860 $98,819 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Terminal Operations Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $108,860 $9,072 $2,093 $52
Average $98,819 $8,235 $1,900 $48
25th Percentile $90,032 $7,503 $1,731 $43
Check out Terminal Operations Supervisor Job Openings in the United States
Warehouse Operations Supervisor

Aldi - Springfield, OH

Supervisor DOT Shuttle Operations

SP Plus Corporation - Cleveland, OH

Supervisor Ramp Operations

Envoy Air Inc. - Columbus, OH

WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR

Aldi - Springfield, OH

Search More Terminal Operations Supervisor Jobs in the United States

Key Factors That Influence Terminal Operations Supervisor Salaries

A Terminal Operations 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 Terminal Operations Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Terminal Operations 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $95,309
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $95,720
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $96,677
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $99,463
  • Expert (over 8 years): $102,404
Levels Salary
Entry Level Terminal Operations Supervisor$95,309
Intermediate Level Terminal Operations Supervisor$95,720
Senior Level Terminal Operations Supervisor$96,677
Specialist Level Terminal Operations Supervisor$99,463
Expert Level Terminal Operations Supervisor$102,404
$95,309 0 yr
$95,720 < 2 yrs
$96,677 2-4 yrs
$99,463 5-8 yrs
$102,404 > 8 yrs
View as Table
View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

Top Paying Cities for Terminal Operations 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:

  • San Jose: $124,640
  • San Francisco: $123,415
  • Oakland: $120,678

What Skills Can Increase a Terminal Operations Supervisor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 13.47% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Labor Relations (Mentioned in 2.17% Job Postings): Is the term used to define the process between employers and employees, management and unions in order to make decisions in organizations. The decisions taken refer to wages, working conditions, hours of work, and safety at work, security and grievances.
  • Continuous Improvement (Mentioned in 1.48% Job Postings): A continual improvement process, also often called a continuous improvement process (abbreviated as CIP or CI), is an ongoing effort to improve products, services, or processes. These efforts can seek "incremental" improvement over time or "breakthrough" improvement all at once. Delivery (customer valued) processes are constantly evaluated and improved in the light of their efficiency, effectiveness and flexibility. Some see CIPs as a meta-process for most management systems (such as business process management, quality management, project management, and program management). W. Edwards Deming, a pioneer of the field, saw it as part of the 'system' whereby feedback from the process and customer were evaluated against organisational goals. The fact that it can be called a management process does not mean that it needs to be executed by 'management'; but rather merely that it makes decisions about the implementation of the delivery process and the design of the delivery process itself.
See More Skills
Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 13.47%
Labor Relations 2.17%
Continuous Improvement 1.48%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Terminal Operations Supervisor's salary.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Collective Bargaining: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Communicates Effectively: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Commitment
$101,784
3%
Collective Bargaining
$101,784
3%
Communicates Effectively
$101,784
3%
Customer Satisfaction
$101,784
3%
Accountability
$100,795
2%
Interpersonal Communication
$100,795
2%
Get Latest Data

Terminal Operations Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Terminal Operations 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.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

Terminal Operations Supervisor Salary Growth & Career Path

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Terminal Operations 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.

Terminal Operations Supervisor Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role Estimate Salary Projected Raise
Distribution Center Senior Supervisor $71,708 -27%
Distribution Manager $89,212 -10%
Spares Coordination Manager $87,648 -11%

Salary Trends for Terminal Operations Supervisor

Salaries for a Terminal Operations Supervisor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $82,319 in 2023 to around $82,105 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Terminal Operations Supervisor salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Terminal Operations Supervisor Over Time

2022
$???
2023
$82,319
2024
$82,602
2025
$82,105
2026
$???
2027
$???
Year Average Annual Salary
2022
View More
2023 $82,319
2024 $82,602
2025 $82,105
2026
View More
2027
View More

Most common benefits for Terminal Operations Supervisor

Social Security
401(k)
Disability
Healthcare
Pension
Time Off (days)
For Employers

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution.

Compensation Planning

Common company salaries for Terminal Operations Supervisor

Here are companies hiring for Terminal Operations Supervisor and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Terminal Operations Supervisor Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Terminal Operations Supervisor job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

United States
For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

FAQ about Terminal Operations Supervisor

1. Where can a Terminal Operations Supervisor earn the most?

A Terminal Operations Supervisor's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Terminal Operations Supervisor earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Terminal Operations Supervisor is $124,640.

2. What is the highest pay for Terminal Operations Supervisor?

The highest pay for Terminal Operations Supervisor is $118,002.

3. What is the lowest pay for Terminal Operations Supervisor?

The lowest pay for Terminal Operations Supervisor is $82,032.

4. What are the responsibilities of Terminal Operations Supervisor?

Supervises the operations of a storage/distribution terminal associated with a plant. Coordinates loading, unloading, monitoring, and maintenance activities. Ensures delivery schedules are met and communicates changes or delays to shippers and customers. Implements all required safety policies, regulations, and procedures to ensure secure and safe operations. Prepares and reviews reports related to shipments and inventory. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a manager. Supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. Typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision.

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com provides salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons using data from employer job postings and third-party sources.

We offer detailed salary information across multiple percentiles for your reference. (Click here to learn Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial for Achieving Pay Equity.)

With the most extensive online, real-time compensation data available, Salary.com helps you pinpoint your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

  • Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
  • Job and employee pricing reports
  • Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.
Learn about CompAnalyst