Associate Director, Supply Chain Salary in the United States

How much does an Associate Director, Supply Chain make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Director, Supply Chain in the United States is $210,111 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $101.

However, an Associate Director, Supply Chain's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $244,593
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $192,923 to $228,160
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $177,274
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Associate Director, Supply Chain Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $228,160 $19,013 $4,388 $110
Average $210,111 $17,509 $4,041 $101
25th Percentile $192,923 $16,077 $3,710 $93
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Key Factors That Influence Associate Director, Supply Chain Salaries

An Associate Director, Supply Chain'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Associate Director, Supply Chain Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate Director, Supply Chain'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $106,994
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $127,824
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $167,674
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $208,784
  • Expert (over 8 years): $243,381
Levels Salary
Supply Ch... Level Associate Director, Supply Chain$106,994
Supply Ch... Level Associate Director, Supply Chain$127,824
Supply Ch... Level Associate Director, Supply Chain$167,674
Associate... Level Associate Director, Supply Chain$208,784
SVP of Su... Level Associate Director, Supply Chain$243,381
$106,994 0 yr
$127,824 < 2 yrs
$167,674 2-4 yrs
$208,784 5-8 yrs
$243,381 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Associate Director, Supply Chains

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: $265,013
  • San Francisco: $262,111
  • Oakland: $256,588

What Skills Can Increase an Associate Director, Supply Chain's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 5.99% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • ERP (Mentioned in 1.86% Job Postings): Enterprise resource planning (ERP) refers to a type of software that organizations use to manage day-to-day business activities such as accounting, procurement, project management, risk management and compliance, and supply chain operations.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 0.77% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 5.99%
ERP 1.86%
Microsoft Office 0.77%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
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 an Associate Director, Supply Chain's salary.
  • Product Development: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Strategic Planning: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Quality Assurance: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Product Development
$218,515
4%
Strategic Planning
$216,414
3%
Quality Assurance
$216,414
3%
ERP Systems
$216,414
3%
Innovation
$216,414
3%
Process Development
$216,414
3%
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Associate Director, Supply Chain Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Associate Director, Supply Chain roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 10% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 5% above the average. In contrast, Associate Director, Supply Chain positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Associate Director, Supply Chain as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Associate Director, Supply Chain

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$220,617$106.05%
Biotechnology$220,617$106.05%
Chemicals$220,617$106.05%
Energy & Utilities$220,617$106.05%
Financial Services$220,617$106.05%

How Education impacts an Associate Director, Supply Chain's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Associate Director, Supply Chains enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Associate Director, Supply Chain with a Bachelor's Degree is between $183,359 and $194,769).

Associate Director, Supply Chain Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Associate Director, Supply Chain
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.4%
High School 5.0%
Associates 1.8%
Bachelors 39.9%
Masters 52.0%
Doctorate 1.1%
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Associate Director, Supply Chain Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate Director, Supply Chain'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Associate Director, Supply Chain

Salaries for an Associate Director, Supply Chain can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $160,849 in 2023 to around $153,576 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Associate Director, Supply Chain salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Associate Director, Supply Chain Over Time

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$160,849
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$157,699
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FAQ about Associate Director, Supply Chain

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Associate Director, Supply Chain?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Associate Director, Supply Chain roles, with salaries approximately 5% above the market median.

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