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Inventory Manager - Federal Salaries of 2005
Pay Rates for "Inventory Manager"
How much does an Inventory Manager in the federal government get paid? $55,665.08* *Based on the 2005 average.Inventory Manager was the 159th most popular job in the U.S. Government in 2005, with 1,037 employed. The most common payscale was the general schedule payscale.
In 2005, the Veterans Health Administration hired the most employees titled Inventory Management, with an average salary of $51,835.
Government Inventory Management jobs are classified under the General Schedule (GS) payscale. The minimum paygrade for a Inventory Management job is GS-4, and the highest paygrade that can be attained within this job series is GS-15. Remember that the starting and maximum yearly pay listed above reflect base pay only - your actual salary will be higher based on the Locality Pay Adjustment for the area in which you work.
This occupation includes positions that involve analytical work in managing, regulating, coordinating, or otherwise exercising control over supplies, equipment, or other material. The work includes one or more phases of material management including initial planning, provisioning and requirements determination, acquisition and distribution, accountability, and ultimate issue for consumption, retention, or disposal. The work requires knowledge of acquisition processes, automated records and control systems, material substitution criteria, and storage, issue, and disposal processes.
Agencies that have hired an Inventory Manager
Inventory Manager Pay Distribution
The average pay for an Inventory Manager is $55,665.08. The highest paid Inventory Manager made $114,344 in 2005.
Common Inventory Manager Payscales
| Payscale | Number of Inventory Management Employees |
|---|---|
| GS - General Schedule | 1,006 |
| AD - Administratively Determined Rates, Not E | 15 |
| FG - Similar To The General Schedule | 6 |
| PG - Printing Office Grades | 5 |
| ZA - Administrative | 1 |
| GG - Grades Similar To General Schedule | 1 |
| FP - Foreign Service Personnel | 1 |
| TG - Ofc Of Thrift Supervision Salary Schedul | 1 |
| GM - Emp Covered By Pmrs Termination Provisns | 1 |
| Starting Paygrade: | $28,921.00 / year base pay at paygrade GS-4, Step 1 |
| Maximum Paygrade: | $152,771.00 / year base pay at paygrade GS-15, Step 10 |
| Category: | Administrative and Management |
| Occupation Family: | 2000 SUPPLY GROUP |
Other Jobs at the GS-4 Paygrade
GS-4 is the starting paygrade for Inventory Management jobs. Here are some other Federal Government jobs that can be held by employees at the GS-4 paygrade.
| Occupation | Occupation Category | Starting Paygrade | Maximum Paygrade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distribution Facilities and Storage Management | Administrative and Management | GS-4 | GS-15 |
| Realty | Administrative and Management | GS-4 | GS-15 |
| Guide | Technical and Medical Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Import Compliance | Administrative and Management | GS-4 | GS-15 |
| Procurement Clerical and Technician | Clerical and Administrative Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
Average Inventory Management Pay Trend from 2004 to 2021
In 2004, the average pay for an Inventory Manager was $54,208. Since then, the average pay has increased to $67,244 in 2021.
Data Sources
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The series code of this occupation is 2010.