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In the field of supply chain management, the Director of Materials Management holds a vital position. This role involves the strategic oversight of inventory and procurement processes, ensuring efficient supply chain operations. As of October 2025, the average salary for a Director of Materials Management stands at $91,206 annually, translating to approximately $44 per hour.
Compensation can vary significantly based on factors such as geographic location, years of experience, and the specific industry. For example, states like California and New York often offer higher salaries due to their cost of living and demand for skilled professionals. Here’s a breakdown of the average salaries by state:
Those looking to enhance their career prospects may consider further education or certifications in supply chain management, which can lead to higher-paying opportunities. Networking within industry associations can also provide job leads and insights into salary trends. Stay informed about industry developments to position yourself effectively in this competitive job market.
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The highest-paying states for directors of materials management are Washington, New York, and Vermont. The lowest average director of materials management salary states are Missouri, Iowa, and West Virginia.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington | $115,303 | $55.43 |
| 2 | New York | $107,605 | $51.73 |
| 3 | Massachusetts | $103,697 | $49.85 |
| 4 | New Hampshire | $103,372 | $49.70 |
| 5 | Oregon | $97,234 | $46.75 |
| 6 | North Carolina | $97,340 | $46.80 |
| 7 | Michigan | $102,709 | $49.38 |
| 8 | New Jersey | $101,463 | $48.78 |
| 9 | Nevada | $95,071 | $45.71 |
| 10 | Minnesota | $98,545 | $47.38 |
| 11 | Pennsylvania | $93,362 | $44.89 |
| 12 | Vermont | $106,122 | $51.02 |
| 13 | California | $98,784 | $47.49 |
| 14 | Maine | $95,091 | $45.72 |
| 15 | Texas | $88,559 | $42.58 |
| 16 | Illinois | $89,465 | $43.01 |
| 17 | Rhode Island | $92,985 | $44.70 |
| 18 | Colorado | $90,902 | $43.70 |
| 19 | Alaska | $92,195 | $44.32 |
| 20 | Delaware | $88,857 | $42.72 |
| 21 | New Mexico | $88,767 | $42.68 |
| 22 | Idaho | $91,459 | $43.97 |
| 23 | Alabama | $82,340 | $39.59 |
| 24 | Montana | $90,283 | $43.41 |
| 25 | Wyoming | $88,657 | $42.62 |
| 26 | Arkansas | $83,165 | $39.98 |
| 27 | South Dakota | $85,545 | $41.13 |
| 28 | Kentucky | $84,159 | $40.46 |
| 29 | Mississippi | $79,831 | $38.38 |
| 30 | Georgia | $85,380 | $41.05 |
| 31 | Ohio | $82,185 | $39.51 |
| 32 | Kansas | $84,234 | $40.50 |
| 33 | Virginia | $91,055 | $43.78 |
| 34 | Maryland | $86,567 | $41.62 |
| 35 | Oklahoma | $79,116 | $38.04 |
| 36 | Connecticut | $82,711 | $39.76 |
| 37 | Utah | $85,516 | $41.11 |
| 38 | Nebraska | $83,192 | $40.00 |
| 39 | Tennessee | $80,309 | $38.61 |
| 40 | Hawaii | $78,389 | $37.69 |
| 41 | Louisiana | $76,750 | $36.90 |
| 42 | District of Columbia | $86,791 | $41.73 |
| 43 | Indiana | $78,817 | $37.89 |
| 44 | Wisconsin | $79,983 | $38.45 |
| 45 | Arizona | $78,416 | $37.70 |
| 46 | West Virginia | $77,810 | $37.41 |
| 47 | North Dakota | $76,696 | $36.87 |
| 48 | South Carolina | $81,405 | $39.14 |
| 49 | Missouri | $78,383 | $37.68 |
| 50 | Iowa | $78,007 | $37.50 |
| 51 | Florida | $73,848 | $35.50 |
The highest-paying cities for directors of materials management are Albany, NY, Sacramento, CA, and Boston, MA.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Albany, NY | $108,668 | $52.24 |
| 2 | Sacramento, CA | $105,960 | $50.94 |
| 3 | Boston, MA | $103,891 | $49.95 |
| 4 | Concord, NH | $103,317 | $49.67 |
| 5 | Lansing, MI | $102,149 | $49.11 |
| 6 | Trenton, NJ | $101,099 | $48.61 |
| 7 | Greenville, NC | $99,460 | $47.82 |
| 8 | Minneapolis, MN | $98,463 | $47.34 |
| 9 | Juneau, AK | $93,012 | $44.72 |
| 10 | Denver, CO | $90,922 | $43.71 |
| 11 | Helena, MT | $90,619 | $43.57 |
| 12 | San Antonio, TX | $89,206 | $42.89 |
| 13 | Dover, DE | $88,733 | $42.66 |
| 14 | Springfield, IL | $88,716 | $42.65 |
| 15 | Santa Fe, NM | $87,787 | $42.21 |
| 16 | Annapolis, MD | $86,721 | $41.69 |
| 17 | Atlanta, GA | $85,269 | $40.99 |
| 18 | Topeka, KS | $84,375 | $40.56 |
| 19 | Frankfort, KY | $84,317 | $40.54 |
| 20 | Little Rock, AR | $83,173 | $39.99 |
A director of materials management's salary ranges from $72,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $114,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $114,000 | $9,500 | $55 |
| 75th Percentile | $102,000 | $8,500 | $49 |
| Average | $91,206 | $7,601 | $44 |
| 25th Percentile | $80,000 | $6,667 | $38 |
| 10th Percentile | $72,000 | $6,000 | $35 |
The highest paying types of directors of materials management are director, procurement, supply chain director, and materials director.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supply Chain Consultant | $88,400 | $7,367 | $42.50 | 42,265 |
| Supply Chain Director | $129,438 | $10,786 | $62.23 | 37,396 |
| Supply Chain Manager | $100,414 | $8,368 | $48.28 | 37,773 |
| Procurement Officer | $73,568 | $6,131 | $35.37 | 68,935 |
| Contracts Director | $73,351 | $6,113 | $35.26 | 12,378 |
| Purchasing Manager | $98,118 | $8,176 | $47.17 | 30,430 |
Top companies hiring directors of materials management now:
Director of materials management salaries at Microsoft and Sleep Number are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average director of materials management salary at companies like Applied Materials and Quest Diagnostics are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Microsoft | $126,665 | $60.90 |
| 2 | Sleep Number | $119,656 | $57.53 |
| 3 | Applied Materials | $103,837 | $49.92 |
| 4 | Quest Diagnostics | $102,439 | $49.25 |
| 5 | Bayer | $102,369 | $49.22 |
| 6 | Randolph Health | $97,829 | $47.03 |
| 7 | Boeing | $96,569 | $46.43 |
| 8 | LifeCare Medical Center | $95,917 | $46.11 |
| 9 | Community Health Systems | $95,758 | $46.04 |
| 10 | Navistar | $95,355 | $45.84 |
| 11 | Seagen | $94,995 | $45.67 |
| 12 | Hca Hospital Services Of San Diego | $93,903 | $45.15 |
| 13 | International Trucks | $93,776 | $45.08 |
| 14 | Lexington Medical Center | $93,695 | $45.05 |
| 15 | Sunnova Energy | $93,462 | $44.93 |
| 16 | HealthTrust | $93,275 | $44.84 |
| 17 | LifePoint Health | $92,567 | $44.50 |
| 18 | Appalachian Regional Healthcare | $92,395 | $44.42 |
| 19 | Regal Beloit | $92,335 | $44.39 |
| 20 | Northrop Grumman | $91,971 | $44.22 |
The average director of materials management salary has risen by $20,864 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average director of materials management earned $70,342 annually, but today, they earn $91,206 a year. That works out to a 13% change in pay for directors of materials management over the last decade.
Compare director of materials management salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare director of materials management salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $91,200 | $43.85 | +3.8% |
| 2025 | $87,700 | $42.17 | +1.8% |
| 2024 | $86,100 | $41.41 | +2.7% |
| 2023 | $83,800 | $40.30 | +3.6% |
| 2022 | $80,800 | $38.85 | +3.1% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L3Harris | Material Program Management | Parksdale, CA | 06/24/2025 | $98,500 |
| L3Harris | Material Program Management | Parksdale, CA | 06/22/2025 | $98,500 |
| Helion | Director of Inventory & Materials Management | Everett, WA | 06/21/2025 | $190,000 |
| Applied Materials | Materials Project Management | Tempe, AZ | 06/20/2025 | $108,000 |
| Applied Materials | NPI Materials Project Management | Santa Clara, CA | 06/14/2025 | $258,788 |
| PCI Pharma Services | Materials Management Coord | Rockford, IL | 06/10/2025 | $34,436 |
| PCI Services | Materials Management Coord | Rockford, IL | 06/10/2025 | $34,436 |
| Rochester Regional Health | Supv, Materials Management | Newark, NJ | 06/06/2025 | $45,914 |
| Lockheed Martin | Financial Mgmt/Material Mgmt/LVL 2/ | Arlington, TX | 05/26/2025 | $69,700 |
| Applied Materials | Materials Project Management IV | Gloucester, MA | 05/23/2025 | $108,000 |
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