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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$90K - $100K *

Optimize contract management and sourcing processes across a diverse portfolio. Lead RFP activities, ensure timely renewals, and enhance vendor performance while identifying cost-saving opportunities...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $140K *

Take ownership of sourcing strategies for raw materials, managing $50-$70M spend. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize supplier performance, mitigate risks, and drive cost improvements...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$225K - $260K *

Empower a high-performing product team to define and execute a strategic roadmap, ensuring alignment across departments while prioritizing patient access to therapies. Lead discovery and decision-maki...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$153K - $199K *

Lead the charge in overseeing aseptic drug product filling at CMOs while ensuring adherence to GMP standards. Manage budgets, vendor relationships, and product forecasts to optimize manufacturing oper...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $294K *

Empower a global team by leading business operations for a new Data & Intelligence organization. Drive operational excellence, enhance communication, and manage financial stewardship to foster a cultu...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading manufacturing strategies and teams. Drive continuous improvement in production planning, quality, and safety while fostering a culture of accountability and h...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Transform your career by leading financial strategies that enhance supply chain efficiency and drive operational excellence in a dynamic global environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$170K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading global procurement strategies that drive excellence across manufacturing and supply chain. Partner with cross-functional teams to optimize sourcing, ensure compliance, and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $195K *

Shape the future of logistics procurement by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, optimizing networks, and enhancing supplier relationships to drive efficiency and resilience in a dynamic supply ch...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$191K - $253K *

Shape the future of critical mineral sourcing by leading global strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring supply chain resilience in a high-impact role focused on geopolitical risk and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $139K *

Engage in strategic sourcing for mechanical commodities, optimizing cost and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure supply continuity and support new product development while mana...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$123K - $229K *

Lead critical supply chain initiatives for new product programs, ensuring seamless integration from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive supplier selection, cost eff...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Engineer and optimize procurement workflows for technology and IT services, ensuring cost efficiency and vendor compliance while supporting high-velocity growth through strategic sourcing and negotiat...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Oversee and enhance materials management processes to boost efficiency and quality. Collaborate with teams to implement strategic initiatives, manage budgets, and develop talent, ensuring compliance a...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate your career by leading procurement strategies and processes, managing SaaS and technology vendor agreements, and optimizing spending while enhancing operational efficiency in a fast-paced e...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Engage in strategic procurement and vendor management, optimizing technology purchasing processes. Collaborate across teams to ensure budget adherence and compliance while driving cost efficiency and...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$136K - $185K *

Optimize sourcing strategies in a dynamic environment while leading initiatives that drive efficiency and cost-saving across multiple business categories with a focus on operational excellence and sta...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Elevate supplier management by leading strategic sourcing and governance. Drive collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize vendor relationships and achieve enterprise objectives while manag...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $177K *

Lead the Lab Engineering function, overseeing operations, workforce, and facilities to support testing at scale. Drive safety, efficiency, and innovation in a dynamic environment, enabling rigorous ev...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $197K *

Partner with us to manage suppliers and optimize commodity performance, ensuring timely delivery and cost efficiency. Drive continuous improvement and strategic supplier relationships in a high-tech m...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $171K *

Lead the charge in indirect procurement for the Orthopaedics Group, driving sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, and cost-saving projects across the U.S. and Canada while aligning with busines...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $171K *

Manage sourcing initiatives and supplier relationships to drive value and efficiency in indirect procurement for the Orthopaedics Group, supporting key business objectives across the U.S. and Canada i...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $171K *

Drive procurement excellence by leading sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations, optimizing indirect spend across multiple categories to support business objectives and enhance operational effi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $171K *

Lead sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations to drive value and efficiency for the Orthopaedics Group, collaborating with business leaders to align procurement strategies with organizational go...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead the Americas Procurement function, specializing in the chemical category. Drive strategic sourcing, manage supplier relationships, and ensure operational excellence while balancing cos...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.