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.
Director, Strategic Sourcing - Business Indirect (Director Procurement Systems and Operations)
$125K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team leading procurement strategy and systems development. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to optimize operations, enhance procurement practices, and drive innovation within a lar...
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Senior Manager, Strategic Category Management - Data Center Supply Chain
$140K - $200K *
Join a dynamic team to drive global category strategy and sourcing for critical thermal and mechanical cooling systems, managing substantial annual spend while ensuring supply chain resilience and ali...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Strategic Category Management - Data Center Supply Chain
$140K - $200K *
Transform global category strategy by managing multi-million dollar spend on thermal and mechanical cooling systems. Drive supplier development, align engineering roadmaps, and ensure resilient supply...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Strategic Category Management - Data Center Supply Chain
$140K - $200K *
Champion the development of global category strategies for thermal and mechanical cooling systems, managing substantial budgets and supplier relationships to ensure efficient data center operations an...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Strategic Category Management - Data Center Supply Chain
$140K - $200K *
Drive global category strategy and sourcing for mechanical cooling systems, managing substantial spend while ensuring supply chain resilience and supplier performance. Collaborate cross-functionally t...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Strategic Category Management - Data Center Supply Chain
$140K - $200K *
Elevate your career by driving global category strategies for thermal and mechanical cooling systems. Manage substantial budgets, negotiate contracts, and collaborate across teams to ensure resilient...
1 week ago
$120K - $140K *
Accelerate progress at our expanding Supply Chain by optimizing inventory strategies, managing supplier relationships, and leading projects to reduce costs across channels, contributing to our ambitio...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$118K - $199K *
Champion quality excellence in radiopharmaceutical manufacturing. Lead a dynamic team, ensuring compliance and regulatory standards while driving cross-functional collaboration to achieve operational...
Yesterday
Manager, Sourcing Strategy, Management & Governance
$104K - $171K *
Manage sourcing strategies and supplier performance across multiple business lines, ensuring alignment with operational needs. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize processes, mitigate risks, and...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Sourcing Strategy, Management & Governance
$104K - $171K *
Drive sourcing strategies and supplier management across business lines, ensuring optimal performance and risk mitigation. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational processes and deliver ef...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager/Director of Procurement
$165K - $220K *
Transform procurement strategies by leading global vendor management and complex contract negotiations. Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure compliance and optimize supplier relationships in...
Yesterday
$100K - $120K *
Empower our team by leading the Purchasing Department to achieve strategic goals. Collaborate across departments, manage trade partner performance, and drive cost-effective solutions while developing...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $190K *
Join a team that's driving procurement excellence and efficiency across diverse categories, focusing on vendor contracts, expense management, and cross-functional collaboration to support operational...
3 weeks ago
Associate Director of Operations
$110K - $130K *
Drive operational excellence across multiple facilities, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Lead Plant Managers and teams to optimize manufacturing processes, implement continuous improvement initiat...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Supply Chain Management
$120K - $145K *
Shape the future of supply chain operations by designing and implementing groundbreaking strategies, processes, and systems in a dynamic environment, ensuring swift transitions from development to man...
1 month ago
$165K - $205K *
Transform procurement practices by leading vendor management, cost analysis, and contract negotiations as you build a scalable function from scratch. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure optimal v...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Staff Global Supply Manager, Mechanicals
$161K - $227K *
Unlock potential by developing and executing sourcing strategies for high-quality drone components, while enhancing supply chain processes and fostering supplier relationships to advance our innovativ...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Accelerate progress at a premier facility by leading operations, ensuring high-quality care, managing budgets, and fostering a safe environment for residents and staff while achieving company standard...
3 weeks ago
Advisor, Strategic Sourcing - Indirect Procurement, Enterprise Operations
$82K - $105K *
Join a team that's driving strategic sourcing initiatives for indirect categories. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage supplier relationships, and leverage analytics to optimize costs and enhance pr...
Today
Advisor, Strategic Sourcing - Indirect Procurement, Enterprise Operations
$82K - $105K *
Explore a pivotal role in strategic sourcing, driving cost optimization and supplier relationships across indirect categories. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance procurement processes and ensure...
Today
Advisor, Strategic Sourcing - Indirect Procurement, Enterprise Operations
$82K - $105K *
Elevate your career by leading strategic sourcing initiatives for indirect categories. Collaborate with stakeholders, negotiate contracts, and leverage analytics to optimize costs while ensuring compl...
Today
Advisor, Strategic Sourcing - Indirect Procurement, Enterprise Operations
$82K - $105K *
Champion strategic sourcing initiatives by collaborating with stakeholders to optimize indirect category procurement, driving cost efficiencies and ensuring compliance through effective negotiation an...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Oversee regional supply chain operations, ensuring optimal procurement, logistics, and inventory management while driving cost efficiency and maintaining compliance across North America markets...
3 weeks ago
Director, Diagnostic Services (Director, Procurement Systems and Operations)
$110K - $130K *
Optimize procurement strategies by leading teams in planning, analysis, and vendor management to enhance departmental efficiency, ensure compliance with healthcare standards, and support operational g...
Reposted 4 days ago
Director, Diagnostic Services (Director, Procurement Systems and Operations)
$120K - $145K *
Innovate and lead the procurement strategies for a large health system. Oversee policy development, coordinate procurement groups, and enhance operational efficiency while ensuring high standards for...
Reposted 4 days 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.