How much does a Lead Buyer make in Chicago, IL? The average Lead Buyer salary in Chicago, IL is $121,300 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $108,720 and $134,760. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Lead Buyer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Lead Buyer Salary $97,267 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Lead Buyer Salary $108,720 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Lead Buyer Salary $121,300 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Lead Buyer Salary $134,760 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Lead Buyer Salary $147,015 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
25% $108,720 10% $97,267 90% $147,015 75% $134,760 $121,300 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Lead Buyer qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services. Purchases materials, supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the organization. Being a Lead Buyer may be responsible for checking and guiding the work of lower-level buyers. Tracks purchases, monitors vendor quality, and maintains a current database of vendor information. In addition, Lead Buyer typically requires a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Lead Buyer is a specialist on complex technical and business matters. Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. Working as a Lead Buyer typically requires 7+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Purchasing Generalist III

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Lead Buyer

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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