Director of Sourcing Jobs

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.

What Does a Director of Sourcing Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Industries and Career Opportunities

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.

Find Director of Sourcing Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$88K - $105K *

Innovate supply chain strategies to reduce costs and enhance efficiency. Lead projects to ensure timely delivery while managing budgets. Foster supplier collaboration for continuous improvement and op...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$178K - $307K *

Transform global procurement strategy and digital capabilities by leading enterprise-wide initiatives that optimize processes, drive value creation, and enhance user experience across the Source-to-Pa...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence by leading service delivery for ERP and WMS platforms. Oversee support teams, optimize system performance, and ensure alignment with business needs while fostering collabo...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Transform service delivery for ERP/WMS platforms, ensuring operational excellence and user satisfaction. Lead a high-performing team to optimize system performance, drive continuous improvement, and a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$134K - $209K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of corporate services sales, driving market expansion through strategic partnerships and innovative solutions. Lead client acquisition and retention efforts while...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$66K - $143K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic sourcing initiatives that optimize supplier engagements and drive value engineering. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve cost reduction and supply...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence in supply chain management. Lead planning, materials, inventory, and warehouse operations in a dynamic food manufacturing environment, ensuring seamle...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $178K *

Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for IT products, enhancing value through cost savings and supplier management while collaborating with IT leaders to align procurement with business objectives...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing procurement operations and technology. Drive process improvements, oversee daily workflows, and enhance system integrations while fostering team development and collabora...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $170K *

Join us in leading strategic procurement initiatives, optimizing supplier relationships, and driving cost savings while ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Take charge of a dynamic team and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$75K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing indirect procurement processes, managing sourcing, negotiations, and supplier relationships to drive efficiency and cost savings across diverse spend categories while ens...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $110K *

Lead the indirect procurement process, managing diverse spend categories while driving strategic sourcing, negotiation, and supplier performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize procurement...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $259K *

Shape the future of global supply chain compensation by leading strategic design and execution of competitive compensation programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives and fostering talent re...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $259K *

Take ownership of global compensation strategies for supply chain operations, ensuring competitive positioning and talent retention. Lead program design, administration, and analytics while collaborat...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $259K *

Empower our global supply chain by leading compensation strategies that attract, retain, and motivate top talent. Drive innovative compensation programs and collaborate with HR leaders to ensure compe...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to drive operational excellence across multiple manufacturing sites, fostering continuous improvement strategies and Lean practices to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and produc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Drive operational excellence by implementing a unified continuous improvement system across sites, enhancing productivity, and fostering a culture of accountability and innovation while collaborating...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Lead and execute the product vision and roadmap, harmonizing strategies across services to optimize user experiences, while mentoring a high-performing team and collaborating with cross-functional lea...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion strategic supply chain initiatives to enhance performance, reduce costs, and drive productivity. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize processes, improve inventory visibility, and delive...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $151K *

Join a team that's shaping talent strategies to drive business growth and enhance workforce capabilities. Oversee the full talent lifecycle while collaborating with Sales to ensure optimal talent acqu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$82K - $139K *

Unlock potential by managing procurement and supply chain operations for AWS data centers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely material availability while driving process improvem...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$200K - $230K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing supply chain processes and enhancing materials management. Lead strategic initiatives to improve efficiency, manage supplier relationships, and drive cross-f...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$200K - $230K *

Empower operational excellence in materials management for our global supply chain. Guide cross-functional teams in optimizing processes and supplier relationships, driving efficiency and productivity...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic sourcing initiatives across diverse indirect spend categories, enhancing supplier relationships and optimizing costs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategi...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $234K *

Join a dynamic team as a strategic partner driving procurement for US Commercial and Medical initiatives. Lead sourcing strategies, supplier management, and compliance efforts to ensure local operatio...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Sourcing do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Directors of Sourcing work in many industries, including technology, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, financial services, and consumer goods.

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    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.