Strategic Sourcing Manager Jobs

Strategic Sourcing Managers shape how organizations select suppliers, negotiate agreements, and manage spending. Browse vetted opportunities for experienced professionals seeking roles that combine procurement expertise, analytical thinking, and strategic leadership. Ladders features professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including opportunities across industries and company sizes.

What Does a Strategic Sourcing Manager Do?

Strategic Sourcing Managers develop sourcing strategies that align supplier decisions with business goals. They analyze spending and market conditions, evaluate vendors, lead negotiations, and oversee contracts and supplier performance. Depending on the organization, they may manage a category portfolio, guide cross-functional sourcing projects, or help build procurement policies and processes.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management, along with strong negotiation, financial analysis, and project leadership skills. Familiarity with contract management, sourcing technology, supplier risk, and category management can be valuable. Clear communication and the ability to influence stakeholders across departments are also important.

Career Opportunities in Strategic Sourcing

Strategic Sourcing Managers work in sectors such as technology, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, finance, and professional services. Roles may focus on specific categories—including technology, logistics, marketing, or raw materials—or cover enterprise-wide sourcing. Experienced professionals can advance to director-level procurement, category leadership, or broader supply chain and operations positions.

Find Strategic Sourcing Manager Jobs on Ladders

Explore Strategic Sourcing Manager openings and related senior procurement roles on Ladders. Use your search to compare opportunities by location, industry, and responsibilities, and discover vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more.

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$142K - $236K *

Join a team that's redefining supply chain strategies for high-volume and low-volume space programs. Leverage your expertise in procurement and supplier management to drive efficiency and reliability...

Palo Alto, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$113K - $188K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, driving supplier negotiations, and developing comprehensive category strategies to maximize member value and enhance operational efficien...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $188K *

Reimagine your career with a strategic sourcing leader role, driving negotiation strategies and supplier engagement to enhance service line value. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize s...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $188K *

Transform your career by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, driving supplier negotiations, and enhancing value for service lines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative str...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $115K *

Strategize sourcing initiatives for facility and construction services, ensuring compliance and alignment across accounts. Drive supplier performance and cost savings while collaborating with operatio...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$123K - $157K *

Advance your career by leading strategic sourcing for metals, driving cost savings and supplier performance. Engage with cross-functional teams to influence decisions and ensure supply continuity whil...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K - $132K *

Deliver strategic sourcing solutions for Marketing Services, focusing on Content Production and Media. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize supplier performance, drive innovation, and ensure com...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$99K - $166K *

Join a dynamic team to manage supplier agreements, ensuring compliance and efficiency in contract administration. Drive governance processes, facilitate stakeholder collaboration, and enhance contract...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you drive sourcing and procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships and product development timelines to ensure successful launches and cost-effective solutions in...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Optimize sourcing strategies and supplier relationships to drive value across regions. Lead negotiations, manage contracts, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance procurement processes and maxim...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $140K *

Champion supply chain excellence by leading procurement activities for construction projects, ensuring alignment with schedules, budgets, and quality standards while mentoring specialists and driving...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving strategic sourcing initiatives in healthcare. Lead complex negotiations and sourcing events, ensuring compliance and value for member organizations while collaborating with...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $190K *

Champion strategic sourcing in Design & Construction, leading procurement initiatives to optimize value and drive cost savings. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance supplier relationships and ensu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$123K - $157K *

Lead the charge in global sourcing strategies for plastics, driving supplier relationships and cost optimization while ensuring supply continuity and supporting new product introductions across manufa...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform the sourcing landscape by leading cost reduction initiatives, developing strategic supplier partnerships, and driving value engineering efforts to optimize material costs and enhance product...

Oregon, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming procurement operations through innovative strategies and data-driven solutions. Leverage your consulting expertise to enhance client outcomes and drive impactful change...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$97K - $190K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic sourcing initiatives across Corporate Services. Oversee RFP processes, engage with stakeholders, and implement innovative cost-saving strategies to enhance supplie...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading global sourcing operations, optimizing procurement strategies, and driving cost savings while enhancing supplier relationships and ensuring transparency in spending across...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of dental procurement by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, managing vendor relationships, and optimizing operations across a dynamic network. Your expertise will drive efficienc...

Plano, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $170K *

Drive procurement excellence by optimizing vendor strategies, leveraging AI, and enhancing technology sourcing. Collaborate with leadership to shape a strategic roadmap that maximizes value and effici...

Toronto, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic sourcing initiatives and managing contracts across Property and Facility Management services. Drive value through negotiation and collaboration while ensuring...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$160K - $210K *

Join us to drive strategic sourcing initiatives in Facilities, managing project delivery and resource allocation while aligning account objectives with measurable outcomes across diverse client accoun...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $180K *

Accelerate procurement excellence by leading high-impact customer engagements, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within a dynamic team environment...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$117K - $209K *

Own and optimize the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay function, ensuring seamless operations across Procurement, Accounts Payable, and supplier management while driving governance, performance, and stakehold...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$123K - $154K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay function, ensuring operational excellence across Procurement, Accounts Payable, and supplier management while driving governance and stakehold...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Strategic Sourcing Manager do?question toggle

    A Strategic Sourcing Manager develops supplier and purchasing strategies, analyzes spending, negotiates contracts, evaluates vendors, and monitors supplier performance to support organizational goals.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Strategic Sourcing Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek procurement or supply chain experience, negotiation and financial analysis skills, contract expertise, and the ability to lead projects and collaborate with stakeholders.

  • Which industries hire Strategic Sourcing Managers?question toggle

    Strategic Sourcing Managers are hired across industries, including technology, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, finance, and professional services.

  • What career paths can follow a Strategic Sourcing Manager role?question toggle

    Professionals may advance to director of procurement, category management leadership, or senior supply chain and operations roles, depending on their experience and organization.

  • What salary range can I find for Strategic Sourcing Manager jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and scope of responsibility.