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Materials Planning Senior Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Materials Planning Senior Manager make in the United States?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Materials Planning Senior Manager in the United States is $144,283 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

However, a Materials Planning Senior Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $168,139
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $134,295 to $156,770
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $125,201
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Materials Planning Senior Manager Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $156,770 $13,064 $3,015 $75
Average $144,283 $12,024 $2,775 $69
25th Percentile $134,295 $11,191 $2,583 $65
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Key Factors That Influence Materials Planning Senior Manager Salaries

A Materials Planning Senior 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 Materials Planning Senior Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Materials Planning Senior 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:

  • Materials Planning Supervisor (10+ years): $86,486
  • Materials Planning Senior Supervisor (10+ years): $97,514
  • Materials Planning Manager (10+ years): $123,720
  • Materials Planning Senior Manager (10+ years): $144,283
  • Materials Planning Director (10+ years): $174,722
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Materials Planning Supervisor10+ years$86,486
Materials Planning Senior Supervisor10+ years$97,514
Materials Planning Manager10+ years$123,720
Materials Planning Senior Manager10+ years$144,283
Materials Planning Director10+ years$174,722
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Top Paying Cities for Materials Planning Senior 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:

  • San Jose: $181,984
  • San Francisco: $180,195
  • Oakland: $176,198

Materials Planning Senior Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Materials Planning Senior 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.

Last Updated on March 01, 2026

Materials Planning Senior Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

For a Materials Planning Senior Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Materials Planning Director role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $174,722 - a projected growth of 21% over your current level.

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FAQ about Materials Planning Senior Manager

1. Where can a Materials Planning Senior Manager earn the most?

A Materials Planning Senior Manager'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 Planning Senior Manager earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Materials Planning Senior Manager is $181,984.

2. What is the highest pay for Materials Planning Senior Manager?

The highest pay for Materials Planning Senior Manager is $168,139.

3. What is the lowest pay for Materials Planning Senior Manager?

The lowest pay for Materials Planning Senior Manager is $125,201.

4. What are the responsibilities of Materials Planning Senior Manager?

Manages the raw material planning processes to ensure an organization operates efficiently. Ensures raw materials are available to meet designated production schedules. Utilizes MRP system to manage material planning from purchasing, processing, warehousing, and production. Develops forecasts for raw material needs by considering purchases, production rates, and maintenance schedules. Coordinates with stakeholders in purchasing and inventory control when adjustments are needed and troubleshoots complex issues as necessary. Maintains supplier relationships and may negotiate lead times. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. Typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments.

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