What are the main factors that influence a Vendor Manager's salary?

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

How does experience change A Vendor Manager's salary?

A Vendor Manager's salary grows with experience: an Vendor Manager (0-2 years)earns $77,757, an IT Vendor Management Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $95,700, an IT Vendor Management Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $118,414, an IT Vendor Management Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $148,439, an IT Vendor Management Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $169,101,

What are the highest paying states for a Vendor Manager?

Vendor Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Vendor Manager roles are District of Columbia $77,750, California $77,455, Massachusetts $76,423. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Vendor Manager roles make?

Salaries for Vendor Manager level roles vary by specialization: Vendor Operations Manager: $136,921; IT Vendor Manager: $134,745; Vendor Relations Manager: $127,000; Vendor Relationship Manager: $127,000; Senior Vendor Manager: $124,712.

Vendor Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Vendor Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Vendor Manager in District of Columbia is $78,157 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,281
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,796 to $85,027
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,094

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Vendor Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,027	$7,086	$1,635	$41
Average	$78,157	$6,513	$1,503	$38
25th Percentile	$70,796	$5,900	$1,361	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Vendor Manager Salaries

A Vendor Manager'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 Vendor Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Vendor Manager'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): $77,757
Early Career (1-2 years): $95,700
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $118,414
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $148,439
Expert (over 8 years): $169,101

Levels	Salary
Vendor Ma... Level Vendor Manager	$77,757
IT Vendor... Level Vendor Manager	$95,700
IT Vendor... Level Vendor Manager	$118,414
IT Vendor... Level Vendor Manager	$148,439
IT Vendor... Level Vendor Manager	$169,101

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How Do Vendor Manager 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 Vendor Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $77,750.
California: $77,455.
Massachusetts: $76,423.

District of Columbia $77,750 California $77,455 Massachusetts $76,423 Washington $76,142 New Jersey $76,114 Alaska $76,015 Connecticut $75,046 New York $74,653

Hawaii $73,396 Rhode Island $72,806 Maryland $72,406 Minnesota $71,858 Colorado $71,648 Illinois $71,577 Oregon $71,310 Delaware $71,114

New Hampshire $70,990 Virginia $70,714 Pennsylvania $69,906 Nevada $69,499 North Dakota $69,365 Michigan $69,155 Wisconsin $69,077 Vermont $68,923

Texas $68,495 Maine $68,466 Arizona $68,424 Ohio $68,375 Georgia $67,729 Indiana $67,406 Wyoming $67,343 Utah $67,245

Iowa $67,202 Kansas $66,865 Louisiana $66,767 North Carolina $66,732 Missouri $66,718 Florida $66,444 Montana $66,297 Nebraska $66,156

Kentucky $66,079 South Carolina $65,798 Tennessee $65,622 Idaho $65,552 New Mexico $65,040 Oklahoma $64,927 Alabama $64,513 South Dakota $63,818

Arkansas $63,439 West Virginia $63,235 Mississippi $62,624

Top Paying Cities for Vendor Managers

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:

Parcel Return Service: $77,750
Washington: $77,750
Naval Anacost Annex: $77,750

Parcel Return Service, DC $77,750 Washington, DC $77,750 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $77,750 Washington Navy Yard, DC $77,750

Vendor Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Vendor Manager'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

$70,796

Average $78,157/year

$85,027

$5,900

Average $6,513/month

$7,086

$1,361

Average $1,503/week

$1,635

$34

Average $38/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,027	$7,086	$1,635	$41
Average	$78,157	$6,513	$1,503	$38
25th Percentile	$70,796	$5,900	$1,361	$34

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