As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Merchandise Buyer, Sr. in the United States is $150,929. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $107,383 to a high of $192,000, with most professionals earning between $128,135 and $172,427.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $172,427 | $14,369 | $3,316 | $83 |
| Average | $150,929 | $12,577 | $2,902 | $73 |
| 25th Percentile | $128,135 | $10,678 | $2,464 | $62 |
An entry-level Merchandise Buyer, Sr. with less than 1 year of experience earns about $139,116. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $140,797. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $144,160. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $155,549, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $161,259.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Merchandise Buyer, Sr. | $139,116 |
| Intermediate Level Merchandise Buyer, Sr. | $140,797 |
| Senior Level Merchandise Buyer, Sr. | $144,160 |
| Specialist Level Merchandise Buyer, Sr. | $155,549 |
| Expert Level Merchandise Buyer, Sr. | $161,259 |
| Entry Level | 8% |
| Mid Level | 7% |
| Senior Level | 4% |
| Top Level | 3% |
| Experienced | 7% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
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Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of March 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Merchandise Buyer, Sr. compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $103,652 in 2023 to approximately $102,545 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Merchandise Buyer, Sr. salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $150,929 | 66.0% | ||
| Bonus | $17,729 | 7.8% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $12,899 | 5.6% | ||
| 401K/403B | $6,915 | 3.0% | ||
| Disability | $3,205 | 1.4% | ||
| Healthcare | $6,507 | 2.8% | ||
| Pension | $9,108 | 4.0% | ||
| Time Off | $21,407 | 9.4% | ||
| Total Compensation | $228,697 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 1.8% |
| High School | 20.0% |
| Associates | 5.5% |
| Bachelors | 63.6% |
| Masters | 9.1% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of Merchandise Buyer, Sr. is $150,929. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Merchandise Buyer, Sr. is $73; the average weekly pay of Merchandise Buyer, Sr. is $2,902; the average monthly pay of Merchandise Buyer, Sr. is $12,577.
A Merchandise Buyer, Sr.'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 Merchandise Buyer, Sr. earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Merchandise Buyer, Sr. is $189,416.
The highest pay for Merchandise Buyer, Sr. is $192,000.
The lowest pay for Merchandise Buyer, Sr. is $107,383.
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.
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