How much does a Lead Buyer make in Telluride, CO? The average Lead Buyer salary in Telluride, CO is $119,210 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $106,850 and $132,450. 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 $95,597 Telluride,CO May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Lead Buyer Salary $106,850 Telluride,CO May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Lead Buyer Salary $119,210 Telluride,CO May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Lead Buyer Salary $132,450 Telluride,CO May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Lead Buyer Salary $144,504 Telluride,CO May 28, 2024
25% $106,850 10% $95,597 90% $144,504 75% $132,450 $119,210 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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About Telluride, Colorado    Telluride has an elevation of 8,750 feet (2,670 m) in an isolated spot in Southwest Colorado. From the west, Colorado Route 145 is the most common way....More

Telluride, Colorado  area prices were up 2.3% from a year ago    View the Cost of Living in Telluride, Colorado

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