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How much does an Associate Buyer make in California? The average Associate Buyer salary in California is $68,000 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $60,800 and $75,700. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Associate Buyer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Associate Buyer Salary $54,245 CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Associate Buyer Salary $60,800 CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Associate Buyer Salary $68,000 CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Associate Buyer Salary $75,700 CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Associate Buyer Salary $82,710 CA March 26, 2024
25% $60,800 10% $54,245 90% $82,710 75% $75,700 $68,000 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Associate Buyer qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services. Assists in purchasing materials, supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the organization. Being an Associate Buyer may require a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Tracks purchases, monitors vendor quality, and maintains a current database of vendor information. In addition, Associate Buyer typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being an Associate Buyer works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. Working as an Associate Buyer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Associate Buyer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Intermediate Buyer

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $64,903 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $65,827 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $68,167 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $64,780 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $63,117 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $67,182 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $65,088 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $61,332 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $75,125 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $74,940 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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