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

A Purchasing Supervisor's salary grows with experience: an Expeditor (4-7 years)earns $76,512, a Purchasing Supervisor (7+ years)earns $87,948, a Purchasing Senior Supervisor (7+ years)earns $100,623, a Purchasing Manager (7+ years)earns $126,929, a Purchasing Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $176,080,

What are the highest paying states for a Purchasing Supervisor?

Purchasing Supervisor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Purchasing Supervisor roles are District of Columbia $96,155, California $95,790, Massachusetts $94,513. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Purchasing Supervisor roles make?

Salaries for Purchasing Supervisor level roles vary by specialization: Purchasing Senior Supervisor: $99,361; Purchasing Expeditor: $75,560; Purchasing Generalist II: $74,240; Purchasing Agent IV: $68,070; Purchasing Clerk IV: $68,065.

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Purchasing Supervisor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Purchasing Supervisor make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Purchasing Supervisor in Delaware is $87,948 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,429
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,403 to $95,528
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,713

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Purchasing Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,528	$7,961	$1,837	$46
Average	$87,948	$7,329	$1,691	$42
25th Percentile	$78,403	$6,534	$1,508	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Purchasing Supervisor Salaries

A Purchasing Supervisor'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 Purchasing Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Purchasing 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:

Expeditor (4-7 years): $76,512
Purchasing Supervisor (7+ years): $87,948
Purchasing Senior Supervisor (7+ years): $100,623
Purchasing Manager (7+ years): $126,929
Purchasing Senior Manager (7+ years): $176,080

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Expeditor	4-7 years	$76,512
Purchasing Supervisor	7+ years	$87,948
Purchasing Senior Supervisor	7+ years	$100,623
Purchasing Manager	7+ years	$126,929
Purchasing Senior Manager	7+ years	$176,080

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How Do Purchasing 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 Purchasing Supervisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $96,155.
California: $95,790.
Massachusetts: $94,513.

District of Columbia $96,155 California $95,790 Massachusetts $94,513 Washington $94,166 New Jersey $94,131 Alaska $94,010 Connecticut $92,811 New York $92,325

Hawaii $90,770 Rhode Island $90,041 Maryland $89,546 Minnesota $88,868 Colorado $88,608 Illinois $88,521 Oregon $88,191 Delaware $87,948

New Hampshire $87,795 Virginia $87,453 Pennsylvania $86,454 Nevada $85,950 North Dakota $85,785 Michigan $85,525 Wisconsin $85,429 Vermont $85,238

Texas $84,709 Maine $84,674 Arizona $84,622 Ohio $84,561 Georgia $83,762 Indiana $83,363 Wyoming $83,284 Utah $83,163

Iowa $83,111 Kansas $82,694 Louisiana $82,572 North Carolina $82,529 Missouri $82,511 Florida $82,173 Montana $81,990 Nebraska $81,817

Kentucky $81,721 South Carolina $81,374 Tennessee $81,157 Idaho $81,070 New Mexico $80,436 Oklahoma $80,297 Alabama $79,785 South Dakota $78,925

Arkansas $78,456 West Virginia $78,204 Mississippi $77,448

Top Paying Cities for Purchasing 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: $91,022
Little Creek: $90,180
Magnolia: $90,553

Lincoln, DE $91,022 Little Creek, DE $90,180 Magnolia, DE $90,553 Milford, DE $91,022 Marydel, DE $89,841 Millsboro, DE $91,022 Millville, DE $91,630 Milton, DE $91,022

Nassau, DE $91,022 Ocean View, DE $91,630 Rehoboth Beach, DE $91,630 Seaford, DE $90,067 Selbyville, DE $91,630 Smyrna, DE $89,737 Viola, DE $90,553 Woodside, DE $90,293

Bear, DE $89,077 Newark, DE $89,112 Claymont, DE $89,181 Delaware City, DE $89,112 Hockessin, DE $89,181 Kirkwood, DE $89,112 Middletown, DE $89,555 Montchanin, DE $89,181

New Castle, DE $89,181 Odessa, DE $89,676 Port Penn, DE $88,868 Rockland, DE $89,181 Saint Georges, DE $89,112 Townsend, DE $89,546 Winterthur, DE $89,181 Lewes, DE $91,022

Wilmington, DE $89,181 Dover, DE $90,136 Dover Afb, DE $90,345 Bethany Beach, DE $91,630 Bethel, DE $90,067 Bridgeville, DE $91,022 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,232 Cheswold, DE $89,928

Clayton, DE $89,702 Dagsboro, DE $91,630 Delmar, DE $90,067 Ellendale, DE $91,022 Felton, DE $91,022 Fenwick Island, DE $91,630 Frankford, DE $91,630 Frederica, DE $91,022

Georgetown, DE $91,022 Greenwood, DE $91,022 Harbeson, DE $91,022 Harrington, DE $91,022 Hartly, DE $89,659 Houston, DE $91,022 Kenton, DE $89,702 Laurel, DE $90,067

Yorklyn, DE $89,181

Purchasing Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Purchasing 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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$78,403

Average $87,948/year

$95,528

$6,534

Average $7,329/month

$7,961

$1,508

Average $1,691/week

$1,837

$38

Average $42/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,528	$7,961	$1,837	$46
Average	$87,948	$7,329	$1,691	$42
25th Percentile	$78,403	$6,534	$1,508	$38

Purchasing Supervisor Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Purchasing 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.

Purchasing Supervisor Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Gas Supply Manager	$170,533	94%
IT Procurement Manager	$141,061	60%
Purchasing Senior Supervisor	$100,623	14%

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