How much does a Lead Buyer make in Maine? The average Lead Buyer salary in Maine is $111,210 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $99,680 and $123,550. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Lead Buyer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Lead Buyer Salary $89,183 ME February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Lead Buyer Salary $99,680 ME February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Lead Buyer Salary $111,210 ME February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Lead Buyer Salary $123,550 ME February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Lead Buyer Salary $134,785 ME February 26, 2024
25% $99,680 10% $89,183 90% $134,785 75% $123,550 $111,210 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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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Saco, ME Avg. Salary $113,544 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Windham, ME Avg. Salary $113,699 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Abbot, ME Avg. Salary $104,267 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Acton, ME Avg. Salary $116,173 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Addison, ME Avg. Salary $104,267 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Albion, ME Avg. Salary $104,267 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alfred, ME Avg. Salary $115,509 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alna, ME Avg. Salary $112,622 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Andover, ME Avg. Salary $112,622 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Anson, ME Avg. Salary $104,267 Date Updated February 26, 2024
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