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Vendor Quality Control Analyst III Salary in the United States

How much does a Vendor Quality Control Analyst III make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Vendor Quality Control Analyst III in the United States is $105,531 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

However, a Vendor Quality Control Analyst III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $121,206
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $95,485 to $113,736
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $86,339
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Vendor Quality Control Analyst III Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $113,736 $9,478 $2,187 $55
Average $105,531 $8,794 $2,029 $51
25th Percentile $95,485 $7,957 $1,836 $46
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Key Factors That Influence Vendor Quality Control Analyst III Salaries

A Vendor Quality Control Analyst III'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 Vendor Quality Control Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Vendor Quality Control Analyst III'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:

  • Vendor Quality Control Analyst I (0-2 years): $80,083
  • Vendor Quality Control Analyst II (2-4 years): $99,744
  • Vendor Quality Control Analyst III (4-7 years): $105,531
  • Vendor Quality Control Analyst IV (7+ years): $125,926
  • Vendor Quality Control Analyst V (7-10 years): $149,194
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Vendor Quality Control Analyst I0-2 years$80,083
Vendor Quality Control Analyst II2-4 years$99,744
Vendor Quality Control Analyst III4-7 years$105,531
Vendor Quality Control Analyst IV7+ years$125,926
Vendor Quality Control Analyst V7-10 years$149,194
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Top Paying Cities for Vendor Quality Control Analyst IIIs

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: $133,106
  • San Francisco: $131,649
  • Oakland: $128,874

What Skills Can Increase a Vendor Quality Control Analyst III's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Problem Solving (Mentioned in 12.32% Job Postings): Analyzing and identifying the root cause of problems and applying critical thinking skills to solve problems.
  • Continuous Improvement (Mentioned in 4.32% Job Postings): A continual improvement process, also often called a continuous improvement process (abbreviated as CIP or CI), is an ongoing effort to improve products, services, or processes. These efforts can seek "incremental" improvement over time or "breakthrough" improvement all at once. Delivery (customer valued) processes are constantly evaluated and improved in the light of their efficiency, effectiveness and flexibility. Some see CIPs as a meta-process for most management systems (such as business process management, quality management, project management, and program management). W. Edwards Deming, a pioneer of the field, saw it as part of the 'system' whereby feedback from the process and customer were evaluated against organisational goals. The fact that it can be called a management process does not mean that it needs to be executed by 'management'; but rather merely that it makes decisions about the implementation of the delivery process and the design of the delivery process itself.
  • Lean Six Sigma (Mentioned in 4.19% Job Postings): Applying the methods of Lean Six Sigma in reducing variation, waste, and cycle time to achieve customer satisfaction and bottom-line results.
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Problem Solving 12.32%
Continuous Improvement 4.32%
Lean Six Sigma 4.19%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Vendor Quality Control Analyst III's salary.
  • Quality Improvement: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Quality Strategy: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Quality Improvement
 $116,084
10%
Quality Strategy
 $116,084
10%
Presentation
 $113,973
8%
Analysis
 $112,918
7%
Installation
 $112,918
7%
Internal Audit
 $111,863
6%
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Vendor Quality Control Analyst III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Vendor Quality Control Analyst III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $118,036. While startup companies pay approximate $99,823.

Vendor Quality Control Analyst III Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$99,823
Growth Stage51~500$105,578
Established501~5000$113,986
Enterprise5000+$118,036

Vendor Quality Control Analyst III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Vendor Quality Control Analyst III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Vendor Quality Control Analyst positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Vendor Quality Control Analyst III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Vendor Quality Control Analyst III

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$126,637$61.020%

Vendor Quality Control Analyst III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Vendor Quality Control Analyst III'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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Average $105,531/year
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $113,736 $9,478 $2,187 $55
Average $105,531 $8,794 $2,029 $51
25th Percentile $95,485 $7,957 $1,836 $46

Vendor Quality Control Analyst III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Vendor Quality Control Analyst III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Vendor Quality Control Analyst IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $125,926 - a projected growth of 19% over your current level.

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Salary Trends for Vendor Quality Control Analyst III

Salaries for a Vendor Quality Control Analyst III can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $90,810 in 2023 to around $88,555 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Vendor Quality Control Analyst III salary trends, .

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FAQ about Vendor Quality Control Analyst III

1. Where can a Vendor Quality Control Analyst III earn the most?

A Vendor Quality Control Analyst III'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 Vendor Quality Control Analyst III earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Vendor Quality Control Analyst III is $133,106.

2. What is the highest pay for Vendor Quality Control Analyst III?

The highest pay for Vendor Quality Control Analyst III is $121,206.

3. What is the lowest pay for Vendor Quality Control Analyst III?

The lowest pay for Vendor Quality Control Analyst III is $86,339.

4. What are the responsibilities of Vendor Quality Control Analyst III?

Evaluates vendor operations, products, and services for compliance with government and company quality standards. Conducts audits and testing of products, materials, and processes to measure effectiveness and compliance with company expectations. Analyzes and monitors metrics and KPIs to suggest improvement initiatives. Works with vendors and identifies alternative vendors to mitigate risks and resolve problems. Assists with drafting and negotiating service-level agreements to ensure performance/quality metrics, responsibilities, expectations, and penalties are adequately defined. Prepares reports and updates on vendor status and quality. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Typically requires 4 -7 years of related experience.

5. What industry pays the highest salary for Vendor Quality Control Analyst III?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Vendor Quality Control Analyst III roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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