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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Retail Buying Supervisor?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Retail Buying Supervisor roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Retail Buying Supervisor's salary?

A Retail Buying Supervisor's salary grows with experience: a Retail Buyer III (4-7 years)earns $97,967, a Retail Buyer IV (7+ years)earns $137,526, a Retail Buying Supervisor (7+ years)earns $80,790, a Retail Buying Manager (7+ years)earns $94,623, a Retail Buying Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $101,485,

What are the highest paying states for a Retail Buying Supervisor?

Retail Buying Supervisor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Retail Buying Supervisor roles are District of Columbia $88,400, California $88,000, Massachusetts $86,900. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Retail Buying Supervisor roles make?

Salaries for Retail Buying Supervisor level roles vary by specialization: Media Buying/Scheduling Supervisor: $103,690; Retail Buying Senior Manager: $100,300; Merchandise Buying Senior Manager: $100,212; Retail Buying Manager: $93,500; Merchandise Buying Manager: $93,436.

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Retail Buying Supervisor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Retail Buying Supervisor make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Retail Buying Supervisor in Delaware is $80,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $94,937
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,700 to $88,200
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,236

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Retail Buying Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,200	$7,350	$1,696	$42
Average	$80,800	$6,733	$1,554	$39
25th Percentile	$73,700	$6,142	$1,417	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Retail Buying Supervisor Salaries

A Retail Buying 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 Retail Buying Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Retail Buying 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:

Retail Buyer III (4-7 years): $97,967
Retail Buyer IV (7+ years): $137,526
Retail Buying Supervisor (7+ years): $80,790
Retail Buying Manager (7+ years): $94,623
Retail Buying Senior Manager (7+ years): $101,485

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Retail Buyer III	4-7 years	$97,967
Retail Buyer IV	7+ years	$137,526
Retail Buying Supervisor	7+ years	$80,790
Retail Buying Manager	7+ years	$94,623
Retail Buying Senior Manager	7+ years	$101,485

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How Do Retail Buying 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 Retail Buying Supervisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $88,400.
California: $88,000.
Massachusetts: $86,900.

District of Columbia $88,400 California $88,000 Massachusetts $86,900 Washington $86,600 New Jersey $86,500 Alaska $86,400 Connecticut $85,300 New York $84,900

Hawaii $83,400 Rhode Island $82,800 Maryland $82,300 Minnesota $81,700 Illinois $81,400 Colorado $81,400 Oregon $81,100 Delaware $80,800

New Hampshire $80,700 Virginia $80,400 Pennsylvania $79,500 Nevada $79,000 North Dakota $78,900 Michigan $78,600 Wisconsin $78,500 Vermont $78,400

Texas $77,900 Arizona $77,800 Maine $77,800 Ohio $77,700 Georgia $77,000 Indiana $76,600 Wyoming $76,600 Utah $76,400

Iowa $76,400 Kansas $76,000 Louisiana $75,900 North Carolina $75,900 Missouri $75,800 Florida $75,500 Montana $75,400 Nebraska $75,200

Kentucky $75,100 South Carolina $74,800 Tennessee $74,600 Idaho $74,500 New Mexico $73,900 Oklahoma $73,800 Alabama $73,300 South Dakota $72,600

Arkansas $72,100 West Virginia $71,900 Mississippi $71,200

Top Paying Cities for Retail Buying 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: $80,500
Little Creek: $81,100
Magnolia: $80,900

Lincoln, DE $80,500 Little Creek, DE $81,100 Magnolia, DE $80,900 Milford, DE $80,700 Marydel, DE $80,800 Millsboro, DE $80,100 Millville, DE $80,300 Milton, DE $80,400

Nassau, DE $80,500 Ocean View, DE $80,200 Rehoboth Beach, DE $80,400 Seaford, DE $80,400 Selbyville, DE $80,100 Smyrna, DE $81,100 Viola, DE $80,700 Woodside, DE $81,000

Bear, DE $80,800 Newark, DE $80,700 Claymont, DE $80,900 Delaware City, DE $80,800 Hockessin, DE $80,700 Kirkwood, DE $80,800 Middletown, DE $80,800 Montchanin, DE $80,800

New Castle, DE $80,800 Odessa, DE $80,900 Port Penn, DE $80,900 Rockland, DE $80,800 Saint Georges, DE $80,800 Townsend, DE $80,900 Winterthur, DE $80,800 Lewes, DE $80,400

Wilmington, DE $80,700 Dover, DE $81,100 Dover Afb, DE $80,600 Bethany Beach, DE $80,200 Bethel, DE $80,200 Bridgeville, DE $80,400 Camden Wyoming, DE $80,800 Cheswold, DE $81,000

Clayton, DE $81,000 Dagsboro, DE $80,100 Delmar, DE $80,000 Ellendale, DE $80,200 Felton, DE $80,700 Fenwick Island, DE $80,100 Frankford, DE $80,000 Frederica, DE $80,800

Georgetown, DE $80,100 Greenwood, DE $80,400 Harbeson, DE $80,200 Harrington, DE $80,600 Hartly, DE $80,800 Houston, DE $80,500 Kenton, DE $81,000 Laurel, DE $80,000

Yorklyn, DE $80,800

Retail Buying Supervisor Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Retail Buying Supervisor salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $90,451. While startup companies pay approximate $76,519.

Retail Buying Supervisor Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$76,519
Growth Stage	51~500	$80,928
Established	501~5000	$87,346
Enterprise	5000+	$90,451

Retail Buying Supervisor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Retail Buying Supervisor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Retail Buying Supervisor positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Retail Buying Supervisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Retail Buying Supervisor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$88,880	$43.0	10%
Biotechnology	$88,880	$43.0	10%
Business Services	$88,880	$43.0	10%
Chemicals	$88,880	$43.0	10%
Construction	$88,880	$43.0	10%

Retail Buying Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Retail Buying 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 August 01, 2026

$73,700

Average $80,800/year

$88,200

$6,142

Average $6,733/month

$7,350

$1,417

Average $1,554/week

$1,696

$35

Average $39/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,200	$7,350	$1,696	$42
Average	$80,800	$6,733	$1,554	$39
25th Percentile	$73,700	$6,142	$1,417	$35

Retail Buying Supervisor Salary Growth & Career Path

Retail Buying Supervisor

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Merchandise Forecast/Planning Manager

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Retail Buying 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.

Retail Buying Supervisor Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Retail Buying Manager	$94,700	17%
Merchandise Forecast/Planning Manager	$114,500	42%

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