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Purchasing and Inventory Average Salaries in Thailand 2024

How much money does a person working in Purchasing and Inventory make in Thailand?


Average Monthly Salary
96,300 THB
( 1,160,000 THB yearly)

LOW
34,600
THB
AVERAGE
96,300
THB
HIGH
180,000
THB
All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

A person working in Purchasing and Inventory in Thailand typically earns around 96,300 THB. Salaries range from 34,600 THB (lowest average) to 180,000 THB (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher).


Salary Variance

The provided figure represents the median compensation that encompasses housing, transportation, and other perks. The salaries within the Purchasing and Inventory domain in Thailand exhibit significant discrepancies across various professions. In case you seek information about the remuneration of a specific position, please refer to the salaries listed below for respective job titles.

Salaries for specific jobs

Job TitleAverage Salary
Purchasing and Inventory
Asset Management Associate90,200 THB
Asset Protection Associate84,000 THB
Asset Protection Specialist90,100 THB
Assistant Buyer77,300 THB
Buyer139,000 THB
Capacity Planner101,000 THB
Category Leader92,700 THB
Category Management Specialist96,700 THB
Category Manager107,000 THB
Channel Services Representative93,900 THB
Contracts Manager108,000 THB
Contracts Specialist86,100 THB
Demand Planner101,000 THB
Demand Planning Manager114,000 THB
Digital Procurement Manager106,000 THB
Distribution Assistant80,800 THB
Distribution Associate83,300 THB
Distribution Manager168,000 THB
E-Commerce Buyer90,300 THB
E-procurement Specialist110,000 THB
Freight and Customs Compliance Manager110,000 THB
Green Procurement Specialist90,400 THB
Inventory Analyst85,700 THB
Inventory Analytics Manager86,200 THB
Inventory Control Clerk46,600 THB
Inventory Control Manager120,000 THB
Inventory Management Associate91,700 THB
Inventory Optimization Manager107,000 THB
Inventory Specialist84,800 THB
Logistics Automation Engineer96,600 THB
Logistics Engineer81,300 THB
Master Planner83,000 THB
Material Handler55,100 THB
Material Planning Specialist79,000 THB
Merchandise Manager104,000 THB
Procurement Administrator109,000 THB
Procurement Agent65,600 THB
Procurement Analyst112,000 THB
Procurement Assistant70,100 THB
Procurement Associate90,600 THB
Procurement Clerk43,900 THB
Procurement Engineer90,200 THB
Procurement Manager170,000 THB
Procurement Officer41,100 THB
Procurement Process Analyst103,000 THB
Procurement Risk Manager104,000 THB
Procurement Specialist83,400 THB
Procurement Technology Consultant107,000 THB
Production Planner95,200 THB
Project Buyer117,000 THB
Purchaser134,000 THB
Purchasing Agent74,000 THB
Purchasing Assistant49,500 THB
Purchasing Manager183,000 THB
Purchasing Officer83,400 THB
Purchasing Supervisor115,000 THB
Shipping and Receiving Clerk42,000 THB
Shipping Coordinator82,100 THB
Stock Clerk47,800 THB
Stock Regulator53,100 THB
Storage Manager117,000 THB
Store Keeper43,300 THB
Stores and Logistics Coordinator92,600 THB
Strategic Sourcing Analyst118,000 THB
Supplier Diversity Program Manager114,000 THB
Supplier Relationship Manager123,000 THB
Supply Chain Analyst132,000 THB
Supply Chain Coordinator97,500 THB
Supply Chain Development Manager166,000 THB
Supply Chain Director191,000 THB
Supply Chain Manager176,000 THB
Supply Planner88,500 THB
Sustainability Procurement Specialist121,000 THB
Sustainable Sourcing Specialist92,800 THB
Sustainable Supply Chain Manager126,000 THB
Third Party Logistics Manager135,000 THB
Vendor Management Specialist120,000 THB
Warehouse Assistant35,100 THB
Warehouse Automation Engineer89,700 THB
Warehouse Clerk36,000 THB
Warehouse Executive149,000 THB
Warehouse Lead105,000 THB
Warehouse Manager150,000 THB
Warehouse Supervisor114,000 THB
Wholesale Buyer130,000 THB


Purchasing and Inventory Jobs Pay Scale and Salaries in Thailand

Median and salary distribution Thailand Purchasing and Inventory monthly
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Salary Structure and Pay Scale Comparison

5% of people earn
96,600 THB or more
10% of people earn
81,400 to 96,600 THB
20% of people earn
48,100 THB or less
65% of people earn
48,100 to 81,400 THB
Minimum Salary
34,600 THB
Median
90,500 THB
Maximum
180,000 THB




Median Salary, maximum and minimum salary, minimum wage, starting salary, and the salary range

All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
  • Salary Range, Minimum Wage, and Starting Salary

    Salaries in Purchasing and Inventory in Thailand range from 34,600 THB (starting average salary) to 180,000 THB (maximum average salary, actual maximum is higher). To clarify, the number presented is not the legally mandated minimum wage. Rather, it represents the lowest figure reported in a salary survey that involved thousands of participants and professionals from across the entire country.

  • Median Salary

    The median income in the field of Purchasing and Inventory is 90,500 THB, implying that half of the workforce in Thailand earns less than this figure, and the other half earns more. It represents the central value of salaries. As a rule of thumb, you would prefer to be part of the group earning above the median wage, situated on the right-hand side of the salary distribution chart.

  • Percentiles and Salary Scale

    Two values that are highly correlated with the median are the 25th and 75th percentiles. By examining the salary distribution diagram, it is possible to determine that 25% of individuals employed in Purchasing and Inventory in Thailand earn less than 69,300 THB, while 75% of them earn more. Additionally, the diagram reveals that 75% of individuals earn less than 109,000 THB, while 25% earn more than that.

  • Pay Scale Structure

    Data was regrouped into brackets to provide a better understanding of what salaries can be expected. This approach was deemed more accurate than relying solely on the average salary, as it offers greater insights into the distribution of salaries in the field of Purchasing and Inventory in Thailand. The analysis revealed that roughly 65% of all reported salaries fell within the range of 48,100 THB to 81,400 THB. Approximately 20% of salaries were below the 48,100 THB mark, while 10% ranged from 81,400 THB to 96,600 THB. Only 5% of individuals earned a gross salary of 96,600 THB or higher.

Salary Comparison by Years of Experience

How does a person's salary progress over time?

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The experience level is the most important factor in determining the salary. Naturally, the more years of experience the higher the wage.

Generally speaking, employees in Purchasing and Inventory in Thailand having experience from two to five years earn on average 32% more than freshers and juniors across all industries and disciplines.

Professionals with experience of more than five years tend to earn on average 36% more than those with five years or less of work experience.

As you hit the ten years mark, the salary increases by 21% and an additional 14% for those who have crossed the 15 years mark.

Those figures are presented as guidelines only. The numbers become more significant if you consider one job title at a time.


Change in salary based on experience varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of many different jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.
On average, a person's salary doubles their starting salary by the time they cross the 10 years* experience mark.
* Based on the average change in salary over time. Salary variations differ from person to person.


Salary Comparison By Education

How does the education level affect your salary?

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Change in salary based on education varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of multiple jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.

It is well known that higher education equals a bigger salary, but how much more money can a degree add to your income?

We compared the salaries of professionals at the same level but with different college degree levels across many jobs in Purchasing and Inventory in Thailand, below are our findings.

Workers with a certificate or diploma earn on average 17% more than their peers who only reached the high school level.

Employees who earned a Bachelor's Degree earn 24% more than those who only managed to attain a certificate or diploma.

Professionals who attained a Master's Degree are awarded salaries that are 29% more than those with a Bachelor's Degree.

Finally, PhD holders earn 23% more than Master's Degree holders on average while doing the same job.


Is a Master's degree or an MBA worth it? Should you pursue higher education?

A Master's degree program or any post-graduate program in Thailand costs anywhere from 486,000 THB to 1,460,000 THB and lasts approximately two years. That is quite an investment.

Employees can't expect any salary increases during the study period, assuming they already have a job. In most cases, a salary review is conducted once education is completed and the degree has been attained.

Many people pursue higher education as a tactic to switch to a higher-paying job. The numbers seem to support this tactic. The average increase in compensation while changing jobs is approximately 10% more than the customary salary increment.

The decision really depends on the situation and experience among many other factors. Putting all variables aside, if a person can afford the costs of higher education then the return on investment is definitely worth it. Degree costs can be recovered roughly in a year or so.



Salary and Compensation Comparison By Gender / Purchasing and Inventory / Thailand

Salary comparison by gender Thailand Purchasing and Inventory monthly
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Though gender should not have an effect on pay, in reality, it does. So who gets paid more: men or women? In the field of Purchasing and Inventory in Thailand, the average difference between the salary of male and female employees is 15%.

Male
103,000 THB
Female-13%
89,600 THB
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Comparison By Gender in Thailand for all Careers

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Average Annual Salary Increment Percentage / Purchasing and Inventory / Thailand

How much are annual salary increments in Thailand for individuals working in Purchasing and Inventory? How often do employees get salary raises?

Professionals working in Purchasing and Inventory in Thailand are likely to observe a salary increase of approximately 8% every 17 months. The national average annual increment for all professions combined is 8% granted to employees every 17 months.

Annual Salary Increment Rate Thailand Purchasing and Inventory
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The figures provided here are averages of numbers. Those figures should be taken as general guidelines. Salary increments will vary from person to person and depend on many factors, but your performance and contribution to the success of the organization remain the most important factors in determining how much and how often you will be granted a raise.

Thailand / All Professions

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The term Annual Salary Increase usually refers to the increase in 12 calendar month period, but because it is rare that people get their salaries reviewed exactly on the one-year mark, it is more meaningful to know the frequency and the rate at the time of the increase.

How to calculate the salary increment percentage?

The annual salary Increase in a calendar year (12 months) can be easily calculated as follows: Annual Salary Increase = Increase Rate x 12 / Increase Frequency

The average salary increase in one year (12 months) in Thailand is 6%.

Worldwide Salary Raises: All Countries and All Jobs

World Average Annual Salary Increment
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Salary Packages and Schemes

Not all compensation increases are reflected directly in the salary. Some companies offer upgraded packages to their staff instead of cash money. The figures displayed here account only for direct increments to the base salary.

Bonus and Incentive Rates / Purchasing and Inventory / Thailand

How much and how often are bonuses being awarded?Annual Salary Bonus Rate Thailand Purchasing and Inventory
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43% of surveyed staff in Purchasing and Inventory reported that they haven't received any bonuses or incentives in the previous year while 57% said that they received at least one form of monetary bonus.

Those who got bonuses reported rates ranging from 2% to 7% of their annual salary.

Received Bonus
57%
No Bonus
43%

Types of Bonuses Considered

Individual Performance-Based Bonuses

The most standard form of bonus, where the employee is awarded based on their exceptional performance.

Company Performance Bonuses

Occasionally, some companies like to celebrate excess earnings and profits with their staff collectively in the form of bonuses that are granted to everyone. The amount of the bonus will probably be different from person to person depending on their role within the organization.

Goal-Based Bonuses

Granted upon achieving an important goal or milestone.

Holiday / End of Year Bonuses

These types of bonuses are given without a reason and usually resemble an appreciation token.

Bonuses Are Not Commissions!

People tend to confuse bonuses with commissions. A commission is a prefixed rate at which someone gets paid for items sold or deals completed while a bonus is in most cases arbitrary and unplanned.


What makes a position worthy of good bonuses and a high salary?

The main two types of jobs

Revenue GeneratorsSupporting Cast

Employees that are directly involved in generating revenue or profit for the organization. Their field of expertise usually matches the type of business.

Employees that support and facilitate the work of revenue generators. Their expertise is usually different from that of the core business operations.

Example:
A graphics designer working for a graphics designing company.

Example:
A graphic designer in the marketing department of a hospital.


Revenue generators usually get more and higher bonuses, higher salaries, and more frequent salary increments. The reason is quite simple: it is easier to quantify your value to the company in monetary terms when you participate in revenue generation.

Try to work for companies where your skills can generate revenue. We can't all generate revenue and that's perfectly fine.

Bonus Comparison by Seniority Level

Top management personnel and senior employees naturally exhibit higher bonus rates and frequencies than juniors. This is very predictable due to the inherent responsibilities of being higher in the hierarchy. People in top positions can easily get double or triple bonus rates than employees down the pyramid.

Hourly Average Wage / Purchasing and Inventory / Thailand


560 THB per hour

The average hourly wage (pay per hour) in Purchasing and Inventory in Thailand is 560 THB.This is the rate they get paid for every worked hour.


Hourly Wage = Annual Salary / ( 52 x 5 x 8 )

About The Hourly Pay Rate

The hourly wage is the salary paid in one worked hour. Usually, jobs are classified into two categories: salaried jobs and hourly jobs. Salaried jobs pay a fixed amount regardless of the hours worked. Hourly jobs pay per worked hour. To convert salary into hourly wage the above formula is used (assuming 5 working days in a week and 8 working hours per day which is the standard for most jobs). The hourly wage calculation may differ slightly depending on the worked hours per week and the annual vacation allowance. The figures mentioned above are good approximations and are considered to be the standard. One major difference between salaried employees and hourly paid employees is overtime eligibility. Salaried employees are usually exempt from overtime as opposed to hourly paid staff.

What is the minimum hourly rate of pay?

The minimum pay rate per hour for people working in Purchasing and Inventory in Thailand is 200 THB. This is the minimum as per the gathered data in the salary survey not the minimum hourly rate mandated by law.

Salary Comparison By City

CityAverage Salary
Bangkok (Krung Thep)111,000 THB
Chiang Mai107,000 THB

Government vs Private Sector Salary Comparison

Where can you get paid more, working in a private company or the government? The difference between the public or government sector salaries and the private sector salaries in Thailand is 7% on average across all career fields.

Private Sector
94,300 THB
Public Sector+7%
101,000 THB
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Statistics and Calculation Guide

What is considered to be a good and competitive salary in Purchasing and Inventory in Thailand?

A good and competitive compensation would range anywhere between 90,500 THB and 109,000 THB. This is a very rough estimate. Experience and education play a very huge part in the final earnings.

Gross Salary (before tax) and Net Salary (after tax)

All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

Base / Basic Salary

The base salary for jobs in Purchasing and Inventory in Thailand ranges from 34,600 THB to 69,300 THB. The base salary depends on many factors including experience and education. It is not easy to provide a figure with very little information, so take this range with a grain of salt.


What is the difference between the median and the average salary?

Both are indicators. If your salary is higher than both the average and the median then you are doing very well. If your salary is lower than both, then many people earn more than you and there is plenty of room for improvement. If your wage is between the average and the median, then things can be a bit complicated. We wrote a guide to explain all about the different scenarios. How to compare your salary


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