Explore Director of Sourcing opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted roles paying $100,000 or more. Directors of Sourcing shape procurement strategy, build supplier partnerships, and lead teams that help organizations secure the goods and services they need at competitive costs.
A Director of Sourcing develops and executes sourcing strategies across categories, regions, or business units. The role commonly includes supplier selection and negotiation, contract management, spend analysis, risk mitigation, and collaboration with finance, legal, operations, and product teams. Directors also establish performance measures and guide sourcing professionals.
Employers often seek extensive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, along with a record of delivering measurable value. Important capabilities may include negotiation, supplier relationship management, data analysis, contract expertise, leadership, and clear communication. Requirements vary by industry and organization; some positions prefer a relevant degree or professional certification.
Director of Sourcing roles are available across sectors such as technology, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, financial services, and consumer goods. Depending on the organization, leaders may focus on direct materials, indirect spend, global procurement, or a specialized category. These positions can lead to broader executive responsibilities in procurement, supply chain, or operations.
Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and identify Director of Sourcing positions that fit your experience and leadership goals. Compensation and responsibilities vary by employer, location, and scope of the role.
$95K - $120K *
Engage with cross-functional teams to drive sourcing strategies for high-speed cables and electronic components. Collaborate with suppliers to ensure technical feasibility, cost efficiency, and timely...
2 weeks ago
Sr Manager, Indirect Procurement - IT
$97K - $142K *
Lead the future of IT procurement by developing and executing strategies across multiple categories. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize contracts, manage suppliers, and drive measurable value w...
3 weeks ago
Senior Category Lead - Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
$110K - $130K *
Drive strategic sourcing initiatives that enhance supplier performance, minimize supply chain risks, and achieve cost savings across key commodities. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize procurem...
Reposted 1 week ago
Digital Procurement & Sourcing, Senior Manager
$120K - $145K *
Transform sourcing processes by leading digital initiatives, enhancing data governance, and driving AI integration. Collaborate across teams to optimize systems and ensure data integrity, enabling inf...
Reposted today
Strategic Sourcing Manager, Transportation and Delivery Categories
$95K - $115K *
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across transportation categories, optimizing costs and enhancing vendor relationships. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive sustainable savings and operational v...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Supply Chain 2
$110K - $130K *
Unlock your potential by leading supply chain strategies, managing teams, and driving process improvements. Collaborate across functions to enhance inventory management and ensure compliance while ach...
6 days ago
$160K - $180K *
Contribute to resilient supply chains by evaluating suppliers, identifying risks, and shaping strategies for defense programs. Engage proactively with acquisition teams to ensure mission readiness and...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving supply chain excellence by managing integrated activities from planning to execution. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of materials and services, whil...
Today
$150K - $180K *
Optimize supply chain processes by leading planning, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement strategies that support business goals while ma...
Today
$125K - $169K *
Join a team that's redefining space manufacturing by sourcing high-quality machined components. Collaborate with engineering and production to ensure timely procurement, maintain supplier relationship...
1 week ago
Supplier Sourcing Program Manager
$83K - $166K *
Support strategic sourcing initiatives for external manufacturing, driving cost optimization and supplier performance. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely execution and continuity of supply for...
6 days ago
Senior Director, Supply Chain Finance
$150K - $180K *
Transform our financial operations by leading supply chain finance initiatives, delivering actionable insights and fostering partnerships to enhance profitability and drive value creation across diver...
3 weeks ago
Senior Director, Supply Chain Finance
$150K - $180K *
Engage with cross-functional leaders to drive financial insights and strategy in global supply chain operations. Leverage your expertise to optimize costs, enhance profitability, and deliver measurabl...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Manage a dynamic project management team, ensuring strategic delivery of high-impact programs while fostering team growth and adherence to PMO standards. Drive successful project outcomes through effe...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in strategic program management, overseeing project delivery and team development. Drive successful outcomes through effective staffing, risk management, and stakeholder collaboration...
1 week ago
$180K - $185K *
Transform the retail landscape by leveraging data-driven insights to shape category management strategies, enhance sales planning, and drive commercialization efforts that foster growth and innovation...
6 days ago
$145K - $180K *
Lead procurement initiatives by collaborating with teams to enhance processes, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor relationships, ensuring accountability and efficiency across the organization...
2 weeks ago
$160K - $185K *
Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic team to drive channel partnerships, transforming opportunities into revenue-generating relationships across diverse verticals in a fast-growing ecosystem...
Today
$80K - $95K *
Champion strategic sourcing and supplier management, driving efficiency in indirect spend categories. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance contract processes and supplier relationships, ensuring a...
Yesterday
$123K - $235K *
Empower the future of bioprocessing by leading product management for the OPUS® portfolio. Drive strategy, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance customer experience and achieve bus...
2 weeks ago
Director, Commercial Project Management
$201K - $251K *
Join us to lead cross-functional project management in a dynamic biotech environment. Drive global commercialization initiatives, ensuring alignment and execution across teams while enhancing operatio...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Pioneer innovative value analysis strategies to enhance supply chain efficiency and product standardization. Collaborate with clinical and operational leaders to drive cost reduction while ensuring qu...
2 days ago
Sr. Manager, Supply Chain Planning
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead supply chain planning efforts, ensuring effective material fulfillment and mentoring professionals. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while collaborating with cr...
3 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Global Procurement Technology
$104K - $215K *
Champion global technology procurement strategies, leading a team to drive cost savings and foster relationships with key stakeholders while managing multi-faceted negotiations and aligning with compa...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Supply Management
$175K - $210K *
Unlock potential by leading integrated supply management strategies across multiple sites. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize procurement, enhance material flow, and drive supplier pe...
4 weeks ago
What does a Director of Sourcing do?
A Director of Sourcing leads sourcing strategy and supplier relationships, oversees negotiations and contracts, analyzes spending, manages procurement risks, and guides sourcing teams.
What qualifications are common for Director of Sourcing jobs?
Employers commonly look for substantial sourcing, procurement, or supply chain experience; leadership and negotiation skills; and expertise in areas such as supplier management, contracts, and spend analysis. Specific education and certification requirements vary.
What is the typical salary for a Director of Sourcing?
Pay varies by employer, industry, location, and level of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so candidates can explore senior opportunities in that range.
Which industries hire Directors of Sourcing?
Directors of Sourcing work in many industries, including technology, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, financial services, and consumer goods.
How can I find Director of Sourcing jobs?
Browse Director of Sourcing listings on Ladders, review each position’s requirements and compensation details, and apply to opportunities that match your experience and career goals.