Salary distribution
Where Texas purchasing managers fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $102,890 and $165,990, with a median of $132,270.
Purchasing Managers in Texas: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 58 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $126,412. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 16 | $100,000 |
| Level II — qualified | 17 | $129,550 |
| Level III — experienced | 9 | $154,022 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 7 | $175,698 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Purchasing Managers in Texas. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Data Services, Inc | Hardware Commodity Specialist II | 12 | $115,000 |
| Microsoft Corporation | Supply Planning | 3 | $173,900 |
| Dell Products L.P. | Director, Procurement | 2 | $219,100 |
| Ericsson Inc. | Sourcing Category Manager (Category Mgr GCT People Services) | 2 | $104,654 |
| Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing, L.P. | Sr. Project Manager, Procurement | 2 | $151,680 |
| American Airlines, Inc. | Manager, PO - Interiors and Warranty | 2 | $119,500 |
| Amazon Data Services, Inc. | HW Commodity Specialist III | 2 | $146,450 |
| Google LLC | Vendor Strategy and Governance Management | 2 | $164,500 |
| CSIdentity Corporation | Senior Product Manager | 2 | $154,022 |
| KNACKHOOK LLC. | IT Procurement Analyst | 1 | $96,866 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- IT Procurement Analyst at KNACKHOOK LLC.$96,866AustinDecided Dec 29, 2025I-200-25354-500079
- Director of Procurement at ImageTek Holding Co. Ltd.$180,000ArlingtonDecided Dec 10, 2025I-200-25337-454668
- HW Commodity Specialist III at Amazon Data Services, Inc$147,900AustinDecided Dec 4, 2025I-200-25331-442640
- Proto-Town Operations Manager at Earthship Corporation$125,000LockhartDecided Dec 2, 2025I-200-25328-433620
- Purchasing Manager at Gas Chromatography Systems Maxum LLC$150,000HoustonDecided Nov 7, 2025I-200-25273-345009
- Director, Procurement at Dell Products L.P.$194,400AustinWage Level IIIDecided Sep 23, 2025I-200-25260-313652
- HW Commodity Specialist III at Amazon Data Services, Inc$147,900AustinWage Level IIDecided Sep 17, 2025I-200-25253-298624
- Senior Procurement Specialist at Kuraray America, Inc.$118,707HoustonWage Level IIDecided Sep 10, 2025I-200-25246-284367
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
Purchasing Managers pay by experience level in Texas
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Purchasing Managers specialties in Texas
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 27 certified offers. The most common variant is Hardware Commodity Specialist at a median of $109,418.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardware Commodity Specialist | Amazon Data Services, Inc | 10 | $109,418 |
| Manager, Procurement | American Airlines, Inc. | 6 | $128,275 |
| HW Commodity Specialist | Amazon Data Services, Inc | 5 | $147,900 |
| Director of Procurement | ImageTek Holding Co. Ltd. | 3 | $178,448 |
| Supply Planning | Microsoft Corporation | 3 | $173,900 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Purchasing Managers in Texas, by industry
Median offered wage across 55 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Technology and software leads with a median of $146,000.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technology and software | Amazon Data Services, Inc | 22 | $146,000 |
| Retail and wholesale | Dell Products L.P. | 12 | $140,000 |
| Manufacturing | Ericsson Inc. | 9 | $118,707 |
| Professional services | Gas Chromatography Systems Maxum LLC | 6 | $142,500 |
| Transportation and logistics | American Airlines, Inc. | 2 | $119,500 |
| Real estate | Earthship Corporation | 1 | $125,000 |
| Finance and insurance | HEALTH CARE SERVICE CORPORATION | 1 | $171,787 |
| Media and entertainment | Educity Operations, LLC | 1 | $120,000 |
| Energy and utilities | BrightNight Management Co LLC | 1 | $150,000 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Texas over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
5 years or more
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.3 / 5
Administration and Management
Knowledge
- 4.0 / 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
- 3.9 / 5
English Language
Knowledge
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Develop and implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.
- 02
Locate vendors of materials, equipment or supplies, and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sales.
- 03
Prepare bid awards requiring board approval.
- 04
Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in buying, selling, and distributing materials, equipment, machinery, and supplies.
- 05
Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.
- 06
Review, evaluate, and approve specifications for issuing and awarding bids.
- 07
Administer online purchasing systems.
- 08
Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+3.1%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Average growth
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Metro-level salary data for purchasing managers in major Texas metropolitan areas.
- Dallas$137,180
- Austin$136,740
- Houston$133,670
- San Antonio$129,260
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Purchasing Managers in Texas?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Purchasing Managers in Texas is $132,270.
- How does Texas compare to the national median for Purchasing Managers?
- The Texas median is -6.8% versus the BLS national figure of $141,910.
- What is the salary range for Purchasing Managers in Texas?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $82,730 and the 90th-percentile at $208,660, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Purchasing Managers a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 3.1% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- 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.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates 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.