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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Supply Chain Specialist in Illinois is $147,855 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.
However, a Supply Chain Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Supply Chain Specialist Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $159,028 | $13,252 | $3,058 | $76 |
| Average | $147,855 | $12,321 | $2,843 | $71 |
| 25th Percentile | $132,629 | $11,052 | $2,551 | $64 |
Advanced Technology Services - Belvidere, IL
OSF HealthCare - Peoria, IL
Takeda - Deerfield, IL
Northrop Grumman - Rolling Meadows, IL
A Supply Chain 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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Supply Chain Specialist'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Supply Ch... Level Supply Chain Specialist | $94,768 |
| Supply Ch... Level Supply Chain Specialist | $118,383 |
| Supply Ch... Level Supply Chain Specialist | $147,033 |
| Supply Ch... Level Supply Chain Specialist | $85,548 |
| Supply Ch... Level Supply Chain Specialist | $110,081 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Supply Chain Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Supply Chain Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 89% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Supply Chain Specialist positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Supply Chain Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biotechnology | $192,211 | $92.0 | 30% |
| Financial Services | $184,818 | $89.0 | 25% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $177,425 | $85.0 | 20% |
| Software & Networking | $174,468 | $84.0 | 18% |
| Energy & Utilities | $170,033 | $82.0 | 15% |
Understanding how a Supply Chain 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $159,028 | $13,252 | $3,058 | $76 |
| Average | $147,855 | $12,321 | $2,843 | $71 |
| 25th Percentile | $132,629 | $11,052 | $2,551 | $64 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Supply Chain Specialist job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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