What are the main factors that influence a Merchandise Buying Supervisor's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Merchandise Buying Supervisor's salary?

A Merchandise Buying Supervisor's salary grows with experience: a Merchandise Buyer III (4-7 years)earns $97,873, a Merchandise Buyer IV (7+ years)earns $137,447, a Merchandise Buying Supervisor (7+ years)earns $114,924, a Merchandise Buying Manager (7+ years)earns $134,541, a Merchandise Buying Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $160,537,

What are the highest paying states for a Merchandise Buying Supervisor?

Merchandise Buying Supervisor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Merchandise Buying Supervisor roles are District of Columbia $125,648, California $125,172, Massachusetts $123,504. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Merchandise Buying Supervisor roles make?

Salaries for Merchandise Buying Supervisor level roles vary by specialization: Retail Buying Senior Manager: $158,600; Merchandise Buying Senior Manager: $158,524; Retail Buying Manager: $132,900; Merchandise Buying Manager: $132,854; Retail Buying Supervisor: $113,500.

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Merchandise Buying Supervisor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Merchandise Buying Supervisor make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Merchandise Buying Supervisor in Delaware is $114,924 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

However, a Merchandise Buying Supervisor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $152,650
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $102,268 to $134,671
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $90,746

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Merchandise Buying Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,671	$11,223	$2,590	$65
Average	$114,924	$9,577	$2,210	$55
25th Percentile	$102,268	$8,522	$1,967	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Merchandise Buying Supervisor Salaries

A Merchandise Buying Supervisor's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Merchandise Buying Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Merchandise Buying Supervisor'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:

Merchandise Buyer III (4-7 years): $97,873
Merchandise Buyer IV (7+ years): $137,447
Merchandise Buying Supervisor (7+ years): $114,924
Merchandise Buying Manager (7+ years): $134,541
Merchandise Buying Senior Manager (7+ years): $160,537

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Merchandise Buyer III	4-7 years	$97,873
Merchandise Buyer IV	7+ years	$137,447
Merchandise Buying Supervisor	7+ years	$114,924
Merchandise Buying Manager	7+ years	$134,541
Merchandise Buying Senior Manager	7+ years	$160,537

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How Do Merchandise Buying Supervisor Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Merchandise Buying Supervisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $125,648.
California: $125,172.
Massachusetts: $123,504.

District of Columbia $125,648 California $125,172 Massachusetts $123,504 Washington $123,050 New Jersey $123,004 Alaska $122,845 Connecticut $121,279 New York $120,644

Hawaii $118,613 Rhode Island $117,659 Maryland $117,012 Minnesota $116,127 Colorado $115,787 Illinois $115,673 Oregon $115,242 Delaware $114,924

New Hampshire $114,725 Virginia $114,277 Pennsylvania $112,972 Nevada $112,314 North Dakota $112,099 Michigan $111,758 Wisconsin $111,633 Vermont $111,384

Texas $110,691 Maine $110,646 Arizona $110,578 Ohio $110,498 Georgia $109,454 Indiana $108,932 Wyoming $108,830 Utah $108,671

Iowa $108,603 Kansas $108,059 Louisiana $107,900 North Carolina $107,843 Missouri $107,820 Florida $107,378 Montana $107,139 Nebraska $106,912

Kentucky $106,788 South Carolina $106,334 Tennessee $106,050 Idaho $105,936 New Mexico $105,108 Oklahoma $104,926 Alabama $104,257 South Dakota $103,133

Arkansas $102,521 West Virginia $102,192 Mississippi $101,204

Top Paying Cities for Merchandise Buying Supervisors

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:

Lincoln: $118,942
Little Creek: $117,841
Magnolia: $118,329

Lincoln, DE $118,942 Little Creek, DE $117,841 Magnolia, DE $118,329 Milford, DE $118,942 Marydel, DE $117,398 Millsboro, DE $118,942 Millville, DE $119,736 Milton, DE $118,942

Nassau, DE $118,942 Ocean View, DE $119,736 Rehoboth Beach, DE $119,736 Seaford, DE $117,693 Selbyville, DE $119,736 Smyrna, DE $117,262 Viola, DE $118,329 Woodside, DE $117,988

Bear, DE $116,400 Newark, DE $116,445 Claymont, DE $116,536 Delaware City, DE $116,445 Hockessin, DE $116,536 Kirkwood, DE $116,445 Middletown, DE $117,024 Montchanin, DE $116,536

New Castle, DE $116,536 Odessa, DE $117,183 Port Penn, DE $116,127 Rockland, DE $116,536 Saint Georges, DE $116,445 Townsend, DE $117,012 Winterthur, DE $116,536 Lewes, DE $118,942

Wilmington, DE $116,536 Dover, DE $117,784 Dover Afb, DE $118,056 Bethany Beach, DE $119,736 Bethel, DE $117,693 Bridgeville, DE $118,942 Camden Wyoming, DE $117,909 Cheswold, DE $117,512

Clayton, DE $117,217 Dagsboro, DE $119,736 Delmar, DE $117,693 Ellendale, DE $118,942 Felton, DE $118,942 Fenwick Island, DE $119,736 Frankford, DE $119,736 Frederica, DE $118,942

Georgetown, DE $118,942 Greenwood, DE $118,942 Harbeson, DE $118,942 Harrington, DE $118,942 Hartly, DE $117,160 Houston, DE $118,942 Kenton, DE $117,217 Laurel, DE $117,693

Yorklyn, DE $116,536

Merchandise Buying Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Merchandise Buying Supervisor'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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$102,268

Average $114,924/year

$134,671

$8,522

Average $9,577/month

$11,223

$1,967

Average $2,210/week

$2,590

$49

Average $55/hour

$65

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,671	$11,223	$2,590	$65
Average	$114,924	$9,577	$2,210	$55
25th Percentile	$102,268	$8,522	$1,967	$49

Merchandise Buying Supervisor Salary Growth & Career Path

Merchandise Buying Supervisor

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Merchandise Buying Supervisor, 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.

Merchandise Buying Supervisor Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Merchandise Buying Manager	$134,541	17%
Merchandise Planning Manager	$114,388	0%

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