AI Supply Chain Specialist Salary.
Across 83 U.S. cities.
$145,000
national median salary
$108,000 to $192,000. Last updated April 2026.
Highest Paying
$204,000
San Francisco, CA
Best Purchasing Power
$151,000
San Francisco, CA
Lowest Paying
$114,000
Wichita, KS
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 Specialist salary in the United States is $145,000 in 2026, with the full range spanning $108,000 at the 25th percentile to $192,000 at the 75th. San Francisco pays the most at $204,000, while San Francisco offers the best purchasing power after cost-of-living adjustments. Pay scales with supply chain complexity and company size.
AI Supply Chain Specialist salary by city
Skills that increase AI Supply Chain Specialist pay
The skills below command measurable salary premiums for AI Supply Chain Specialists based on job posting data. Learning the top skill here could add $20,300 to your annual compensation.
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What you should know
Pay scales with supply chain complexity and company size. Specialists at global manufacturers, major retailers, and logistics giants earn more due to the scale of optimization problems. Experience with demand forecasting, route optimization, and inventory management drives higher compensation.
Junior supply chain analysts with ML skills start around $85,000. Senior AI supply chain specialists earn $135,000 to $165,000. VP of supply chain intelligence or directors at Fortune 500 companies reach $220,000 to $280,000.
Manufacturing and logistics firms offer bonuses of 10% to 15% plus profit-sharing at some companies. Supply chain tech startups provide equity. Many roles include relocation assistance for distribution hub locations.