What are the main factors that influence a Procurement Operations Specialist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Procurement Operations Specialist?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Procurement Operations Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Procurement Operations Specialist's salary?

A Procurement Operations Specialist's salary grows with experience: a Buyer I (0-2 years)earns $63,280, a Buyer II (2-4 years)earns $76,885, a Procurement Operations Specialist (4-7 years)earns $94,512, a Buyer IV (7+ years)earns $118,557,

What are the highest paying states for a Procurement Operations Specialist?

Procurement Operations Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Procurement Operations Specialist roles are District of Columbia $104,063, California $103,668, Massachusetts $102,287. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Procurement Operations Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Procurement Operations Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Procurement Category Specialist: $129,284; Procurement Operations Manager: $125,911; Procurement Specialist, Buyer: $114,545; Procurement Specialist: $92,508; Associate Procurement Specialist: $90,965.

Procurement Operations Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Procurement Operations Specialist make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Procurement Operations Specialist in Delaware is $95,181 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

However, a Procurement Operations Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $112,571
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $87,160 to $104,284
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $79,857

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Procurement Operations Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,284	$8,690	$2,005	$50
Average	$95,181	$7,932	$1,830	$46
25th Percentile	$87,160	$7,263	$1,676	$42

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Key Factors That Influence Procurement Operations Specialist Salaries

A Procurement Operations Specialist'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 Do Procurement Operations Specialist 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 Procurement Operations Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $104,063.
California: $103,668.
Massachusetts: $102,287.

District of Columbia $104,063 California $103,668 Massachusetts $102,287 Washington $101,911 New Jersey $101,873 Alaska $101,742 Connecticut $100,445 New York $99,918

Hawaii $98,236 Rhode Island $97,446 Maryland $96,911 Minnesota $96,178 Colorado $95,896 Illinois $95,802 Oregon $95,444 Delaware $95,181

New Hampshire $95,016 Virginia $94,646 Pennsylvania $93,565 Nevada $93,020 North Dakota $92,841 Michigan $92,559 Wisconsin $92,456 Vermont $92,249

Texas $91,676 Maine $91,638 Arizona $91,582 Ohio $91,516 Georgia $90,651 Indiana $90,219 Wyoming $90,134 Utah $90,003

Iowa $89,946 Kansas $89,495 Louisiana $89,363 North Carolina $89,316 Missouri $89,298 Florida $88,931 Montana $88,734 Nebraska $88,546

Kentucky $88,442 South Carolina $88,066 Tennessee $87,831 Idaho $87,737 New Mexico $87,051 Oklahoma $86,901 Alabama $86,346 South Dakota $85,416

Arkansas $84,908 West Virginia $84,636 Mississippi $83,818

Top Paying Cities for Procurement Operations Specialists

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: $94,753
Little Creek: $95,446
Magnolia: $95,309

Lincoln, DE $94,753 Little Creek, DE $95,446 Magnolia, DE $95,309 Milford, DE $94,993 Marydel, DE $95,149 Millsboro, DE $94,355 Millville, DE $94,501 Milton, DE $94,664

Nassau, DE $94,733 Ocean View, DE $94,485 Rehoboth Beach, DE $94,666 Seaford, DE $94,720 Selbyville, DE $94,328 Smyrna, DE $95,512 Viola, DE $95,072 Woodside, DE $95,328

Bear, DE $95,108 Newark, DE $95,072 Claymont, DE $95,267 Delaware City, DE $95,167 Hockessin, DE $95,064 Kirkwood, DE $95,149 Middletown, DE $95,186 Montchanin, DE $95,085

New Castle, DE $95,099 Odessa, DE $95,233 Port Penn, DE $95,297 Rockland, DE $95,095 Saint Georges, DE $95,156 Townsend, DE $95,302 Winterthur, DE $95,106 Lewes, DE $94,701

Wilmington, DE $95,068 Dover, DE $95,446 Dover Afb, DE $94,943 Bethany Beach, DE $94,385 Bethel, DE $94,483 Bridgeville, DE $94,706 Camden Wyoming, DE $95,177 Cheswold, DE $95,415

Clayton, DE $95,418 Dagsboro, DE $94,319 Delmar, DE $94,168 Ellendale, DE $94,454 Felton, DE $94,986 Fenwick Island, DE $94,340 Frankford, DE $94,176 Frederica, DE $95,080

Georgetown, DE $94,284 Greenwood, DE $94,721 Harbeson, DE $94,384 Harrington, DE $94,865 Hartly, DE $95,161 Houston, DE $94,730 Kenton, DE $95,423 Laurel, DE $94,227

Yorklyn, DE $95,092

Procurement Operations Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Procurement Operations Specialist 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, Procurement Operations Specialist positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Procurement Operations Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Procurement Operations Specialist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$114,217	$55.0	20%

Procurement Operations Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Procurement Operations Specialist'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

$87,160

Average $95,181/year

$104,284

$7,263

Average $7,932/month

$8,690

$1,676

Average $1,830/week

$2,005

$42

Average $46/hour

$50

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,284	$8,690	$2,005	$50
Average	$95,181	$7,932	$1,830	$46
25th Percentile	$87,160	$7,263	$1,676	$42

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