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Strategic Commodity Purchasing Manager Salary in California

How much does a Strategic Commodity Purchasing Manager make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Strategic Commodity Purchasing Manager in California is $137,904 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $66.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $154,376
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $125,071 to $146,526
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $113,387
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Strategic Commodity Purchasing Manager Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $146,526 $12,211 $2,818 $70
Average $137,904 $11,492 $2,652 $66
25th Percentile $125,071 $10,423 $2,405 $60
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Key Factors That Influence Strategic Commodity Purchasing Manager Salaries

A Strategic Commodity Purchasing 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 Strategic Commodity Purchasing Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Strategic Commodity Purchasing 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:

  • Commodities Purchasing Specialist III (4-7 years): $98,403
  • Commodities Purchasing Specialist IV (7+ years): $130,121
  • Strategic Commodity Purchasing Manager (7+ years): $137,914
  • Commodities Purchasing Senior Manager (7+ years): $179,180
  • Commodities Purchasing Director (7+ years): $204,278
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Commodities Purchasing Specialist III4-7 years$98,403
Commodities Purchasing Specialist IV7+ years$130,121
Strategic Commodity Purchasing Manager7+ years$137,914
Commodities Purchasing Senior Manager7+ years$179,180
Commodities Purchasing Director7+ years$204,278
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Top Paying Cities for Strategic Commodity Purchasing 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:

  • Los Angeles: $138,142
  • West Hollywood: $138,042
  • Dodgertown: $138,140

Strategic Commodity Purchasing Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Strategic Commodity Purchasing Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $154,376. While startup companies pay approximate $130,598.

Strategic Commodity Purchasing Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$130,598
Growth Stage51~500$138,123
Established501~5000$149,077
Enterprise5000+$154,376

Strategic Commodity Purchasing Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Strategic Commodity Purchasing Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 62% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 32% above the average. In contrast, Strategic Commodity Purchasing Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Strategic Commodity Purchasing Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Strategic Commodity Purchasing Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$182,723$88.032%
Financial Services$172,380$83.025%
Pharmaceuticals$172,380$83.025%
Biotechnology$165,485$80.020%
Internet$162,037$78.018%

Strategic Commodity Purchasing Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Strategic Commodity Purchasing 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.

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$125,071
Average $137,904/year
$146,526
$10,423
Average $11,492/month
$12,211
$2,405
Average $2,652/week
$2,818
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Average $66/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $146,526 $12,211 $2,818 $70
Average $137,904 $11,492 $2,652 $66
25th Percentile $125,071 $10,423 $2,405 $60

Strategic Commodity Purchasing Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Strategic Commodity Purchasing Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Commodities Purchasing Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $179,200 - a projected growth of 30% over your current level.

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