AI Supply Chain Optimization Engineer Salary.
Across 83 U.S. cities.
$140,000
national median salary
$105,000 to $178,000. Last updated April 2026.
Highest Paying
$199,000
San Jose, CA
Best Purchasing Power
$146,000
San Francisco, CA
Lowest Paying
$108,000
Charleston, WV
Salary data sourced from SEC filings, H-1B Labor Condition Applications (DOL), Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, and aggregated job postings across 50+ platforms. Ranges reflect 25th to 75th percentile for full-time positions. Cost-of-living adjustments use Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (2025 index). Last updated April 2026.
The average AI Supply Chain Optimization Engineer salary in the United States is $140,000 in 2026, with the full range spanning $105,000 at the 25th percentile to $178,000 at the 75th. San Jose pays the most at $199,000, while San Francisco offers the best purchasing power after cost-of-living adjustments. Compensation reflects the ability to apply ML to complex supply chain problems including demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and logistics network design.
AI Supply Chain Optimization Engineer salary by city
Skills that increase AI Supply Chain Optimization Engineer pay
The skills below command measurable salary premiums for AI Supply Chain Optimization Engineers based on job posting data. Learning the top skill here could add $19,600 to your annual compensation.
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What you should know
Compensation reflects the ability to apply ML to complex supply chain problems including demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and logistics network design. Engineers who can reduce supply chain costs by measurable percentages through AI-driven decisions earn premiums. Experience with operations research combined with ML provides the most valued skill combination.
Junior supply chain AI engineers start at $90,000 to $110,000. Mid-level engineers building production forecasting systems reach $130,000 to $158,000. Senior engineers designing network-wide optimization platforms earn $165,000 to $200,000. Directors of supply chain AI at major retailers or manufacturers can reach $220,000 to $280,000.
Performance bonuses of 12% to 20% tied to cost reduction or service level improvements are common. Equity at supply chain tech companies adds $15,000 to $55,000 annually. Benefits at large retailers and manufacturers include comprehensive packages and product discounts.