Fulfillment Operations Team Leader Salary in the United States

How much does a Fulfillment Operations Team Leader make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Fulfillment Operations Team Leader in the United States is $66,787 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, a Fulfillment Operations Team Leader's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,538
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,801 to $75,555
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,441
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Fulfillment Operations Team Leader Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
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75th Percentile $75,555 $6,296 $1,453 $36
Average $66,787 $5,566 $1,284 $32
25th Percentile $59,801 $4,983 $1,150 $29
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Key Factors That Influence Fulfillment Operations Team Leader Salaries

A Fulfillment Operations Team Leader'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 Fulfillment Operations Team Leader Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Fulfillment Operations Team Leader'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): $63,543
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $63,855
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $64,583
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $65,414
  • Expert (over 8 years): $66,400
Levels Salary
Entry Level Fulfillment Operations Team Leader$63,543
Intermediate Level Fulfillment Operations Team Leader$63,855
Senior Level Fulfillment Operations Team Leader$64,583
Specialist Level Fulfillment Operations Team Leader$65,414
Expert Level Fulfillment Operations Team Leader$66,400
$63,543 0 yr
$63,855 < 2 yrs
$64,583 2-4 yrs
$65,414 5-8 yrs
$66,400 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Fulfillment Operations Team Leader 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 Fulfillment Operations Team Leaders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $73,946.
  • California: $73,666.
  • Massachusetts: $72,684.

Top Paying Cities for Fulfillment Operations Team Leaders

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: $84,238
  • San Francisco: $83,316
  • Oakland: $81,560

What Skills Can Increase a Fulfillment Operations Team Leader's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 12.03% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Packaging (Mentioned in 1.97% Job Postings): Preparing products through wrapping or bottling to protect the goods from damages during transportation and storage.
  • Cash Handling (Mentioned in 1.45% Job Postings): Process of receiving and giving money in a business. In retail, cash handling ranges from the point of sale to the behind-the-scenes money management during the day.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 12.03%
Packaging 1.97%
Cash Handling 1.45%
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 a Fulfillment Operations Team Leader's salary.
  • Coaching: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Process Improvement: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Coaching
$72,798
9%
Commitment
$72,130
8%
Process Improvement
$72,130
8%
Supply Chain
$70,794
6%
Team Management
$70,794
6%
Scheduling
$70,126
5%
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Fulfillment Operations Team Leader Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Fulfillment Operations Team Leader roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Fulfillment Operations Team Leader positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Fulfillment Operations Team Leader as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Fulfillment Operations Team Leader

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$86,823$42.030%
Financial Services$83,483$40.025%
Biotechnology$80,144$39.020%
Energy & Utilities$76,805$37.015%
Chemicals$73,465$35.010%

How Education impacts a Fulfillment Operations Team Leader's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Fulfillment Operations Team Leaders enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Fulfillment Operations Team Leader with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $63,350 and $67,775).

Fulfillment Operations Team Leader Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Fulfillment Operations Team Leader
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.3%
High School 53.3%
Associates 16.0%
Bachelors 28.0%
Masters 1.3%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Fulfillment Operations Team Leader Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Fulfillment Operations Team Leader'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 Fulfillment Operations Team Leader

Salaries for a Fulfillment Operations Team Leader can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $70,066 in 2023 to around $70,282 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Fulfillment Operations Team Leader salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Fulfillment Operations Team Leader Over Time

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2023
$70,066
2024
$71,010
2025
$70,282
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2023 $70,066
2024 $71,010
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FAQ about Fulfillment Operations Team Leader

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Fulfillment Operations Team Leader?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Fulfillment Operations Team Leader roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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