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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$98K - $163K *

Engage in a leadership role overseeing manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance while driving continuous improvement and team development in a regulated medical device enviro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as you lead complex projects from concept to launch, driving cross-functional collaboration and innovation in product development. Leverage your expertise to navigate challenges...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $180K *

Engage with clients as a strategic leader, driving innovative solutions and managing complex accounts. Collaborate with marketing teams to enhance brand value and deliver impactful campaigns while nav...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Oversee North America's shared services functions, driving compliance, operational excellence, and process improvement while leading high-performing teams and supporting strategic initiatives for orga...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Optimize procurement strategies and supplier relationships to drive cost savings, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure compliance across multiple business areas while leading a high-performing t...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of supply chain and logistics by managing contract manufacturers and optimizing inventory processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and timely deli...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $271K *

Transform the future of Product Management and Delivery by leading a global community that enhances capabilities, fosters collaboration, and drives impactful change across a complex organization, ensu...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Drive impactful strategies and narratives to support enterprise growth initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft compelling pitch materials and facilitate workshops, ensuring clari...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading water collection and delivery efforts. Drive quality, safety, and efficiency while supervising personnel and managing budgets to meet customer needs and strat...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping high-impact strategies and narratives for enterprise growth. Collaborate with senior leaders to craft compelling pitches and support organic initiatives, driving success acr...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Shape the future of enterprise strategy by leading impactful pitch narratives and growth initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop compelling presentations that drive new busines...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Champion high-impact strategies and narratives to drive enterprise growth initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft compelling pitch materials and support new business opportunitie...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping high-impact strategies and narratives to drive enterprise growth. Collaborate with senior leaders to craft compelling pitches and support organic initiatives, ensuring clari...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping high-impact strategies and narratives for enterprise growth initiatives. Collaborate across teams to develop compelling pitch materials and support new business opportunitie...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by shaping global supply strategies across critical commodities. Lead complex negotiations and supplier relationships, driving enterprise-wide initiatives while influencing executive...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Optimize supply chain operations by leading SIOP processes, enhancing performance, and collaborating across departments to ensure material availability and timely delivery in a dynamic aerospace envir...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $210K *

Pioneer the logistics strategy and execution, ensuring cost-effective, high-quality delivery across all channels. Lead provider relationships, optimize operations, and drive performance metrics to enh...

3 weeks ago

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

$105K - $150K *

Transform healthcare insights by leading client engagements with real-world data. Drive business development and project delivery while building long-term client relationships in a dynamic, hybrid wor...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $250K *

Unlock potential by managing end-to-end sourcing for data center networking equipment, leading negotiations, and maintaining vendor relationships in a fast-paced, supply-constrained environment to sup...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Join a pioneering team, taking full ownership of sourcing strategies for optics and switches. Drive impactful negotiations and manage critical vendor relationships to enhance our data center capabilit...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Lead transformative production initiatives, enhancing workflow efficiency and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer needs while driving continuous improvement and operation...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$122K - $165K *

Innovate logistics design and cold chain strategies to enhance product integrity across global supply chains. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement standards, mitigate risks, and drive...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in therapeutic area strategy and scientific innovation, overseeing discovery portfolios across biologics and small molecules. Drive sustainable pipeline generation and align discovery...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $150K *

Champion organizational change by leading internal communications and engagement strategies for a transformative SAP S/4HANA deployment, ensuring alignment and readiness across all business areas for...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $182K *

Drive alignment in sourcing initiatives by coordinating and executing strategies for Business Unit Relationship Management, ensuring high-quality service delivery and operational efficiency across div...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.