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Purchasing Managers salary in St. Louis, Missouri

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the St. Louis metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$134,220
Mean annual$142,600
Range (10th to 90th)$84,020 to $208,270
St. Louis, Missouri employment670
State vs national-5.4% vs national

Salary distribution

Where St. Louis purchasing managers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$84,02025TH$105,460MEDIAN$134,22075TH$166,68090TH$208,270

The middle 50% of workers earn between $105,460 and $166,680, with a median of $134,220.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    5 years or more

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Administration and Management

    Knowledge

    4.3 / 5

  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

  • Speaking

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5

  • Active Listening

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5

  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge

    4.0 / 5

  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

  • Management of Personnel Resources

    Technical

    4.0 / 5

  • English Language

    Knowledge

    3.9 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Develop and implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.

  2. 02

    Locate vendors of materials, equipment or supplies, and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sales.

  3. 03

    Prepare bid awards requiring board approval.

  4. 04

    Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in buying, selling, and distributing materials, equipment, machinery, and supplies.

  5. 05

    Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.

  6. 06

    Review, evaluate, and approve specifications for issuing and awarding bids.

  7. 07

    Administer online purchasing systems.

  8. 08

    Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment.

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Other metros in Missouri

How the St. Louis metro compares to other major Missouri metro areas for purchasing managers.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Purchasing Managers in St. Louis, Missouri?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Purchasing Managers in the St. Louis metropolitan area is $134,220.
Does St. Louis pay more than the Missouri state average for Purchasing Managers?
The St. Louis metro median is +1.4% versus the Missouri state median of $132,370.
How does St. Louis compare to the national median for Purchasing Managers?
The St. Louis metro median is -5.4% versus the BLS national figure of $141,910.
What is the salary range for Purchasing Managers in St. Louis?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $84,020 and the 90th-percentile at $208,270 for the St. Louis metro area.
What education is required for Purchasing Managers?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the St. Louis CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.