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2026 Supply Chain Manager Salary Data

Updated April 28, 2026

Supply Chain Manager Salary: $105K US Median

Supply chain managers oversee end-to-end logistics, procurement, inventory, and vendor relationships. They optimize cost, speed, and resilience across global supply networks.

Quick Answer

As of April 2026, the US national median Supply Chain Manager salary is $105,000 per year. Supply Chain Managers earn between $68,250 (entry, 25th percentile) and $173,250 (90th percentile). Highest-paying cities: San Francisco ($163K), Oakland ($147K), New York ($142K). Year-over-year growth: 360.0% from 2025.

National Median

$105,000

+360.0% YoY

Entry Level

$81,900

Experienced

$138,600

Top 10%

$173,250

Supply Chain Manager Salary by Years of Experience

How Supply Chain Manager pay scales over a career — US national averages.

Experience	Annual Salary	vs Entry
0–1 yr	$75,348	-8%
2–3 yr	$81,900	+0%
4–6 yr	$110,250	+35%
7–10 yr	$138,600	+69%
11–15 yr	$163,548	+100%
15+ yr	$155,925	+90%

Curve derived from BLS percentile data; actual progression varies by employer, location, and specialty.

Supply Chain Manager Salary by City

All 50 top US metros, sorted by salary level. Click any city for the full breakdown.

City	vs National	Median	Top 10%
San Francisco, CA	+55%	$162,750	$268,538
Oakland, CA	+40%	$147,000	$242,550
New York, NY	+35%	$141,750	$233,888
Seattle, WA	+32%	$138,600	$228,690
Washington, DC	+30%	$136,500	$225,225
Boston, MA	+30%	$136,500	$225,225
Los Angeles, CA	+28%	$134,400	$221,760
Long Beach, CA	+20%	$126,000	$207,900
San Diego, CA	+18%	$123,900	$204,435
Austin, TX	+15%	$120,750	$199,237
Denver, CO	+10%	$115,500	$190,575
Portland, OR	+10%	$115,500	$190,575
Baltimore, MD	+10%	$115,500	$190,575
Minneapolis, MN	+10%	$115,500	$190,575
Sacramento, CA	+8%	$113,400	$187,110
Chicago, IL	+5%	$110,250	$181,913
Houston, TX	+5%	$110,250	$181,913
Dallas, TX	+5%	$110,250	$181,913
Atlanta, GA	+5%	$110,250	$181,913
Raleigh, NC	+5%	$110,250	$181,913
Miami, FL	+5%	$110,250	$181,913
Philadelphia, PA	+4%	$109,200	$180,180
Fort Worth, TX	+2%	$107,100	$176,715
Charlotte, NC	+2%	$107,100	$176,715
Phoenix, AZ	+0%	$105,000	$173,250
Nashville, TN	+0%	$105,000	$173,250
Colorado Springs, CO	+0%	$105,000	$173,250
Arlington, TX	+0%	$105,000	$173,250
Mesa, AZ	-2%	$102,900	$169,785
Virginia Beach, VA	-2%	$102,900	$169,785
Columbus, OH	-3%	$101,850	$168,053
Omaha, NE	-3%	$101,850	$168,053
Las Vegas, NV	-5%	$99,750	$164,588
Milwaukee, WI	-5%	$99,750	$164,588
Fresno, CA	-5%	$99,750	$164,588
Kansas City, MO	-5%	$99,750	$164,588
San Antonio, TX	-7%	$97,650	$161,123
Indianapolis, IN	-7%	$97,650	$161,123
Detroit, MI	-7%	$97,650	$161,123
Jacksonville, FL	-8%	$96,600	$159,390
New Orleans, LA	-8%	$96,600	$159,390
Cleveland, OH	-8%	$96,600	$159,390
Louisville, KY	-9%	$95,550	$157,658
Albuquerque, NM	-10%	$94,500	$155,925
Tucson, AZ	-10%	$94,500	$155,925
Memphis, TN	-12%	$92,400	$152,460
Oklahoma City, OK	-12%	$92,400	$152,460
Tulsa, OK	-12%	$92,400	$152,460
El Paso, TX	-15%	$89,250	$147,263
Wichita, KS	-15%	$89,250	$147,263

Hot 2026 Skills

supply chain analyticsSAP S/4HANAAI demand forecastingsustainabilityreshoring strategyrisk management

ATS Keywords

supply chainprocurementlogisticsSAPOracleinventory managementforecastingCSCPSix Sigmavendor management

Top Employers

AmazonWalmartAppleProcter & GambleTargetTeslaFedExUPS

Certifications

CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional)CPIMSix Sigma Black BeltCPSM

Year-Over-Year Trend

+360.0% vs 2025

2025 Median

$22,826

2026 Median

$105,000

Change

+$82,174

Operations sector growth driven by demand for supply chain analytics and SAP S/4HANA.

How to Negotiate Your Supply Chain Manager Salary

Walk-away anchor: $95,455 (offers below this are below market for experienced candidates).

Leverage Points

Quantified savings: dollars cut from COGS, hours of process time saved
Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP, CSCP certifications carry pay premiums
P&L responsibility and headcount managed
ERP / automation experience (SAP, NetSuite, Workday, RPA tooling)

Beyond Base, Negotiate

Annual performance bonus tied to operational KPIsPMP, Six Sigma, CSCP certification reimbursementProfit-share or long-term incentive plan (LTIP)Relocation package for plant / DC rolesTuition reimbursement (often MBA-eligible)

What To Say

"I delivered $X in annualized savings in my last role through process redesign. With my PMP and Black Belt, I'm targeting $X base plus a performance bonus tied to operational KPIs."

Career Outlook

+7% Growth (2024-2034)

Supply chain manager roles projected to grow 7% through 2034. Reshoring and supply chain resilience focus driving demand post-pandemic.

Education Path

Bachelor's degree (MBA common at senior levels)

Supply Chain Manager Salary FAQ

What is the average Supply Chain Manager salary in the US in 2026?

The 2026 US national median Supply Chain Manager salary is $105,000 per year. Entry-level (25th percentile) starts at $68,250, while experienced professionals (90th percentile) earn $173,250 or more. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, blended with 2026 market data from Levels.fyi, Glassdoor, and Robert Half.

Did Supply Chain Manager salaries increase in 2026?

Yes — Supply Chain Manager salaries grew approximately 360.0% year-over-year, from $22,826 in 2025 to $105,000 in 2026 (+$82,174). This reflects the Operations sector's 2025-2026 wage growth, driven by demand for supply chain analytics and SAP S/4HANA.

Which US cities pay Supply Chain Managers the most in 2026?

The 5 highest-paying US cities for Supply Chain Managers: San Francisco, CA ($163K); Oakland, CA ($147K); New York, NY ($142K); Seattle, WA ($139K); Washington, DC ($137K). Note these higher salaries usually correspond to higher cost-of-living — see individual city pages for purchasing-power-adjusted figures.

Which US cities have the lowest Supply Chain Manager salaries?

Lowest-paying metros for Supply Chain Managers: Wichita ($89K), El Paso ($89K), Tulsa ($92K). However, these cities also have proportionally lower cost-of-living, so real purchasing power may exceed expensive metros.

What's the job outlook for Supply Chain Managers?

Supply chain manager roles projected to grow 7% through 2034. Reshoring and supply chain resilience focus driving demand post-pandemic. BLS projects 7% employment growth from 2024-2034 — faster than average compared to all US occupations.

What skills are most valuable for Supply Chain Managers in 2026?

The hottest 2026 skills are: supply chain analytics, SAP S/4HANA, AI demand forecasting, sustainability, reshoring strategy, risk management. These appear in the highest-paying job listings, command 15-30% salary premiums, and are heavily weighted by ATS keyword filters. Adding them to your resume — naturally and in context — significantly improves your match rate.

What education is needed to become a Supply Chain Manager?

Bachelor's degree (MBA common at senior levels). However, the 2026 market increasingly values demonstrable skills, portfolios, and certifications alongside (or in place of) traditional degrees — particularly in Operations. Top recognized credentials: CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional), CPIM, Six Sigma Black Belt.

How do I negotiate a higher Supply Chain Manager salary?

I delivered $X in annualized savings in my last role through process redesign. With my PMP and Black Belt, I'm targeting $X base plus a performance bonus tied to operational KPIs. Key leverage points for Operations: Quantified savings: dollars cut from COGS, hours of process time saved; Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP, CSCP certifications carry pay premiums; P&L responsibility and headcount managed. Beyond base salary, negotiate: Annual performance bonus tied to operational KPIs, PMP, Six Sigma, CSCP certification reimbursement, Profit-share or long-term incentive plan (LTIP), Relocation package for plant / DC roles.

Who are the top employers hiring Supply Chain Managers?

Major US employers hiring Supply Chain Managers include: Amazon, Walmart, Apple, Procter & Gamble, Target, Tesla, FedEx, UPS. Most use ATS software (Workday, Greenhouse, Taleo, iCIMS) to screen resumes — meaning your resume must be ATS-optimized to even reach a human recruiter.

What does an entry-level Supply Chain Manager make in their first year?

Entry-level (0–1 year) Supply Chain Managers typically earn around $75,348. By year 2–3, salary climbs to $81,900. With 7–10 years of experience, Supply Chain Managers earn $138,600 on average. Senior/lead roles (15+ years) reach $155,925 or more.

Methodology & Sources

National Supply Chain Manager salary figures derive from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, blended with 2026 market data from Levels.fyi, Glassdoor, and Robert Half. Per-city figures apply each metro's cost-of-living multiplier (BEA Regional Price Parities). Year-over-year change (360.0%) reflects the Operations sector's wage growth per BLS Employment Cost Index trends. Last reviewed April 28, 2026.

Data Sources