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Materials Planner I Salary in the United States

How much does a Materials Planner I make in the United States?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Materials Planner I in the United States is $58,444 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, a Materials Planner I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,467
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,676 to $67,878
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,604
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Materials Planner I Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $67,878 $5,657 $1,305 $33
Average $58,444 $4,870 $1,124 $28
25th Percentile $50,676 $4,223 $975 $24
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Key Factors That Influence Materials Planner I Salaries

A Materials Planner I'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Materials Planner Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Materials Planner I'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:

  • Materials Planner I (0-2 years): $58,444
  • Materials Planner II (2-4 years): $71,063
  • Materials Planner III (4-7 years): $86,984
  • Materials Planner IV (7+ years): $112,642
  • Materials Planner V (7-10 years): $145,239
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Materials Planner I0-2 years$58,444
Materials Planner II2-4 years$71,063
Materials Planner III4-7 years$86,984
Materials Planner IV7+ years$112,642
Materials Planner V7-10 years$145,239
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What Am I Worth?

Top Paying Cities for Materials Planner Is

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:

  • San Jose: $73,715
  • San Francisco: $72,991
  • Oakland: $71,372

What Skills Can Increase a Materials Planner I's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Planning (Mentioned in 17.57% Job Postings): An act or process of making or carrying out plans. Establishment of goals, policies, and procedures for a social or economic unit city planning business planning.
  • ERP (Mentioned in 2.63% Job Postings): Enterprise resource planning (ERP) refers to a type of software that organizations use to manage day-to-day business activities such as accounting, procurement, project management, risk management and compliance, and supply chain operations.
  • Supply Chain Management (Mentioned in 1.28% Job Postings): In commerce, supply-chain management (SCM), the management of the flow of goods and services, involves the movement and storage of raw materials, of work-in-process inventory, and of finished goods from point of origin to point of consumption. Interconnected or interlinked networks, channels and node businesses combine in the provision of products and services required by end customers in a supply chain. Supply-chain management has been defined as the "design, planning, execution, control, and monitoring of supply-chain activities with the objective of creating net value, building a competitive infrastructure, leveraging worldwide logistics, synchronizing supply with demand and measuring performance globally." SCM practice draws heavily from the areas of industrial engineering, systems engineering, operations management, logistics, procurement, information technology, and marketing and strives for an integrated approach.[citation needed] Marketing channels play an important role in supply-chain management. Current research in supply-chain management is concerned with topics related to sustainability and risk management, among others. Some suggest that the “people dimension” of SCM, ethical issues, internal integration, transparency/visibility, and human capital/talent management are topics that have, so far, been underrepresented on the research agenda.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Planning 17.57%
ERP 2.63%
Supply Chain Management 1.28%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Materials Planner I's salary.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Program Management: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Project Management
 $64,288
10%
Presentation
 $64,288
10%
Program Management
 $61,951
6%
Flexibility
 $61,951
6%
Demand Planning
 $61,366
5%
Analytical Skills
 $61,366
5%
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How Education impacts a Materials Planner I's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Materials Planner Is enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Materials Planner I with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $60,067 and $63,270).

Materials Planner I Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Materials Planner I
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.4%
High School 17.7%
Associates 16.0%
Bachelors 54.7%
Masters 11.1%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Materials Planner I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Materials Planner I'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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$50,676
Average $58,444/year
$67,878
$4,223
Average $4,870/month
$5,657
$975
Average $1,124/week
$1,305
$24
Average $28/hour
$33
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $67,878 $5,657 $1,305 $33
Average $58,444 $4,870 $1,124 $28
25th Percentile $50,676 $4,223 $975 $24

Materials Planner I Salary Growth & Career Path

Materials Planner I
Materials Planner II
Material Requirements Planning (MRP) Specialist II
Materials Planning Manager
Material Requirements Planning (MRP) Supervisor

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Materials Planner I, 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.

Materials Planner I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role Estimate Salary Projected Raise
Materials Planner II $71,063 22%
Material Requirements Planning (MRP) Specialist II $76,263 30%

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FAQ about Materials Planner I

1. Where can a Materials Planner I earn the most?

A Materials Planner I's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Materials Planner I earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Materials Planner I is $73,715.

2. What is the highest pay for Materials Planner I?

The highest pay for Materials Planner I is $76,467.

3. What is the lowest pay for Materials Planner I?

The lowest pay for Materials Planner I is $43,604.

4. What are the responsibilities of Materials Planner I?

Reviews sales forecasts, product specifications, and production schedules to accurately determine raw material requirements for an organization. Ensures raw materials are available to meet designated production schedules. Utilizes MRP system to coordinate materials from purchasing, processing, warehousing, and production. Documents material details, including all codes, brands, and contact information necessary to process orders. Updates orders to account for remaining inventory or changes in production schedules. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience.

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