Merchandise Buyer, Sr. Salary in the United States

Merchandise Buyer, Sr. Salary

How much does a Merchandise Buyer, Sr. make in the United States? The average Merchandise Buyer, Sr. salary in the United States is $137,837 as of April 26, 2022, but the range typically falls between $116,793 and $157,229. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Percentile	Salary	Location	Last Updated
10th Percentile Merchandise Buyer, Sr. Salary	$97,634	US	April 26, 2022
25th Percentile Merchandise Buyer, Sr. Salary	$116,793	US	April 26, 2022
50th Percentile Merchandise Buyer, Sr. Salary	$137,837	US	April 26, 2022
75th Percentile Merchandise Buyer, Sr. Salary	$157,229	US	April 26, 2022
90th Percentile Merchandise Buyer, Sr. Salary	$174,884	US	April 26, 2022

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Job Description for Merchandise Buyer, Sr.

Merchandise Buyer, Sr. selects merchandise for order, places order, and stays involved in inventory distribution. Reviews success of previous orders to determine extent to which inventory should be replenished. Being a Merchandise Buyer, Sr. researches new trends or advances in product lines to make appropriate buying decisions. Functions as a decision maker with orders of a larger and more complex scope. Additionally, Merchandise Buyer, Sr. may require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Merchandise Buyer, Sr. typically requires 7+ years of related experience. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. (Copyright 2022 Salary.com)... View full job description

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What does a Merchandise Buyer, Sr. do?

Merchandise Buyer, Sr. in San Diego, CA

As operational as it may sound, the buyer’s role is actually much more customer focussed.

February 15, 2020

Merchandise Buyer, Sr. in Sacramento, CA

Assistant buyers work with senior buyers, giving you the chance to learn the style, taste and feel of the store for which you’re working.

February 06, 2020

Merchandise Buyer, Sr. in Sioux City, IA

Merchandise buyers have a unique position within the retail industry and are responsible for filling the stores with stock.

January 25, 2020

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Merchandise Buyer, Sr. Pay Difference by Location

City, State	Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA	Compared to national average + 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC	Compared to national average + 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL	Compared to national average -2.6%
City, State Chicago, IL	Compared to national average + 6.1%
City, State Boston, MA	Compared to national average + 12.7%
City, State New York, NY	Compared to national average + 20.3%
City, State Dallas, TX	Compared to national average -0.7%

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

116793

157229

137837

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

126971

177601

154055

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Merchandise Buyer, Sr. in the United States. The base salary for Merchandise Buyer, Sr. ranges from $116,793 to $157,229 with the average base salary of $137,837. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $126,971 to $177,601 with the average total cash compensation of $154,055.

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