Supply chain analysts use data analytics techniques and tools to ensure that supply chains operate efficiently. Learn how much you can expect to make in this important role.
In a world increasingly reliant on complex supply chains that span the globe, supply chain analysts capable of pairing data analysis with logistical knowledge are of the utmost importance. The skills they use daily to identify system issues and design effective solutions mean that supply chain analysts are well-compensated for their efforts.
Learn more about what salary to expect in this role and how different factors will impact your expected pay. Then, explore some online courses that can help you prepare for this exciting career.
According to various job listing sites, the average pay range for supply chain analysts ranges from $65,216 CAD to $85,342 CAD. Explore the following average salaries from these sites [1, 2, 3, 4]:
Indeed | Talent.com | Canada Job Bank | Glassdoor |
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$66,744 CAD | $82,875 CAD | $85,342 CAD | $59,194 |
However, your work experience, the industry in which you work, and your geographical location will likely impact your exact pay.
Generally, the more work experience you have, the more you will earn as a supply chain analyst. Explore how your experience level influences your base salary with data from Glassdoor [4]:
Entry level (0-1 year): $53,539 CAD
Mid-level (4-6 years): $63,706 CAD
Senior level (10-14 years): $68,530 CAD
Typically, the location in which you work has a significant impact on your potential salary. Common location-dependent factors influencing your potential salary include the local cost of living and the job market.
To demonstrate how geographic location might impact salary, consider the top 10 highest-paying provinces in Canada for supply chain specialists [hourly (annually)], according to the Government of Canada Job Bank [5]:
Northwest Territories: $52.77 CAD ($109,762 CAD)
Alberta: $42.50 CAD ($88,400 CAD)
Newfoundland and Labrador: $38.46 CAD ($79,997 CAD)
Yukon Territory: $42.56 CAD ($88,525 CAD)
Quebec: $40.00 CAD ($83,200 CAD)
Ontario: $42.37 CAD ($88,129 CAD)
British Columbia: $42.00 CAD ($87,360 CAD)
Saskatchewan: $40.87 CAD ($85,009 CAD)
New Brunswick: $36.92 CAD ($76,794 CAD)
Nova Scotia: $38.46 CAD ($79,997 CAD)
According to the Association of Supply Chain Management’s The Supply Chain Profession in 2024 report, 47 percent of supply chain professionals worldwide hold a bachelor’s degree while 35 percent hold a graduate degree, and 7 percent have an associate degree [5]. Employers typically require a bachelor's degree or college diploma in subjects such as business administration, commerce, or economics.
Additionally, some employers may require professional certifications for higher-paying jobs, such as a certificate from Supply Chain Canada or certification from the ASCM.
The ASCM reports that the average supply chain professional salary increases to $85,680 with one certification and $90,968 with two certifications [5].
The job outlook for supply chain analysts is fairly positive, with slightly more new job openings than job seekers.
The Job Bank Canada predicts that between 2022 and 2031, there will be around 68,700 new job openings for those in business management consulting, with around 63,800 new workers seeking employment [7].
Overall, the widespread expansion and adoption of e-commerce have created increasingly complex supply chains. As these commerce channels continue to grow in the coming years, so will the need for supply chain analysts capable of managing, analyzing, and optimizing them.
Supply chain analysts pair knowledge of supply chain management with data analysis to provide the most efficient supply chain solutions. Prepare for a career in supply chain analysis with an online, flexible course through Coursera today.
In Rutgers University’s Supply Chain Analytics Specialization, you can learn about the pain points of a supply chain, how analytics may relieve them, and how to design effective logistics strategies for large-scale distributed systems.
Indeed. “Supply Chain Analyst Salary in Canada, https://ca.indeed.com/career/supply-chain-analyst/salaries.” Accessed January 10, 2025.
Talent. “Supply Chain Analyst Salary in Canada, https://ca.talent.com/salary?job=supply+chain+analyst#:~:text=The%20average%20supply%20chain%20analyst%20salary%20in%20Canada%20is%20%2486%2C728,up%20to%20%24102%2C135%20per%20year.” Accessed January 10, 2025.
Government of Canada Job Bank. “Job Prospects: Supply Chain Process Analyst in Canada, https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/marketreport/outlook-occupation/25796/ca.” Accessed January 10, 2025.
Glassdoor. “Supply Chain Analyst Salaries in Canada, https://www.glassdoor.ca/Salaries/supply-chain-analyst-salary-SRCH_KO0,20.htm.” Accessed January 10, 2025.
Government of Canada Job Bank. “Supply Chain Process Analyst Prevailing Wages in Canada, https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/marketreport/wages-occupation/25796/ca.” Accessed January 10, 2025.
Government of Canada Job Bank. “Supply Chain Process Analyst Job Prospects in Canada, https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/marketreport/outlook-occupation/25796/ca.” Accessed January 10, 2025.
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