Assistant Buyer/Merchant Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Buyer/Merchant make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Buyer/Merchant in the United States is $54,793 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, an Assistant Buyer/Merchant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,967
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,510 to $62,736
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,790
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Assistant Buyer/Merchant Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
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Weekly
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Hourly
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75th Percentile $62,736 $5,228 $1,206 $30
Average $54,793 $4,566 $1,054 $26
25th Percentile $48,510 $4,043 $933 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Buyer/Merchant Salaries

An Assistant Buyer/Merchant'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 Assistant Buyer/Merchant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Buyer/Merchant'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): $53,138
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $69,531
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $97,934
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $137,487
  • Expert (over 8 years): $39,905
Levels Salary
Assistant... Level Assistant Buyer/Merchant$53,138
Merchandi... Level Assistant Buyer/Merchant$69,531
Merchandi... Level Assistant Buyer/Merchant$97,934
Merchandi... Level Assistant Buyer/Merchant$137,487
Merchandi... Level Assistant Buyer/Merchant$39,905
$53,138 0 yr
$69,531 < 2 yrs
$97,934 2-4 yrs
$137,487 5-8 yrs
$39,905 > 8 yrs
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How Do Assistant Buyer/Merchant 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 Assistant Buyer/Merchants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $60,667.
  • California: $60,436.
  • Massachusetts: $59,631.

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Buyer/Merchants

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: $69,110
  • San Francisco: $68,353
  • Oakland: $66,913

What Skills Can Increase an Assistant Buyer/Merchant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 7.25% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Data Entry (Mentioned in 1.59% Job Postings): Transcribing information into an electronic medium such as a computer or other electronic device.
  • Lead Generation (Mentioned in 0.92% Job Postings): In marketing, lead generation (/ˈliːd/) is the initiation of consumer interest or enquiry into products or services of a business. Leads can be created for purposes such as list building, e-newsletter list acquisition or for sales leads. The methods for generating leads typically fall under the umbrella of advertising, but may also include non-paid sources such as organic search engine results or referrals from existing customers. Leads may come from various sources or activities, for example, digitally via the Internet, through personal referrals, through telephone calls either by the company or telemarketers, through advertisements, and events. A 2015 study found that 89% of respondents cited email as the most-used channel for generating leads, followed by content marketing, search engine, and finally events. A study from 2014 found that direct traffic, search engines, and web referrals were the three most popular online channels for lead generation, accounting for 93% of leads.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 7.25%
Data Entry 1.59%
Lead Generation 0.92%
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 Assistant Buyer/Merchant's salary.
  • Lead Generation: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Lead Generation
$64,108
17%
Insight
$61,368
12%
Leadership
$60,820
11%
Collaboration
$59,724
9%
Supply Chain
$59,724
9%
Vendor Relationships
$59,724
9%
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Assistant Buyer/Merchant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Buyer/Merchant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Buyer/Merchant positions in Insurance or Internet typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Buyer/Merchant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Buyer/Merchant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$71,231$34.030%
Biotechnology$68,491$33.025%
Business Services$65,751$32.020%
Chemicals$63,012$30.015%
Construction$61,368$30.012%

How Education impacts an Assistant Buyer/Merchant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Buyer/Merchants enter the field with a No Diploma 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 Assistant Buyer/Merchant with a No Diploma is between $56,762 and $60,335).

Assistant Buyer/Merchant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Buyer/Merchant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.9%
High School 7.9%
Associates 6.4%
Bachelors 79.1%
Masters 5.6%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Assistant Buyer/Merchant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Buyer/Merchant'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 July 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Assistant Buyer/Merchant

Salaries for an Assistant Buyer/Merchant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $54,996 in 2023 to around $53,572 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Assistant Buyer/Merchant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Assistant Buyer/Merchant Over Time

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2023
$54,996
2024
$54,419
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2023 $54,996
2024 $54,419
2025 $53,572
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