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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$91K - $169K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic account growth through data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and tailored solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance client relationships and optimize product...

San Bruno, CARemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in building and managing a lien negotiation function, overseeing complex medical lien resolutions while driving team performance and compliance to maximize client recoveries and stream...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Lead capital markets activities, managing debt, cash flow forecasting, and investor relations. Collaborate with stakeholders to prepare executive materials and oversee pension investments while ensuri...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $190K *

Build a resilient Site Reliability Engineering practice, leading a global team to enhance cloud platform reliability, scalability, and operational excellence while fostering collaboration and continuo...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of large-scale construction projects, managing stakeholders and ensuring compliance. Oversee project governance, track milestones, and enhance processes while fostering client relations...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

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

$130K - $135K *

Partner with us to drive strategic initiatives across Support Services and data centers. This role ensures effective project management, governance, and measurable outcomes in a dynamic environment, f...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining the buyer experience in B2B software. As a Principal Product Manager, you'll lead strategy, drive product delivery, and enhance buyer trust across multiple platforms, ens...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative solutions by leveraging data analytics and strategic counsel to enhance client performance. Collaborate with high-performing teams to deliver tailored insights for transformational ev...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the proposal lifecycle by collaborating with cross-functional teams to create compelling, compliant proposals that drive growth in government contracting. Utilize your expertise to enhance proces...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive demand forecasting excellence by leading S&OP initiatives, collaborating with sales and operations teams, and utilizing advanced analytical tools to enhance decision-making and optimize business...

Concord, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $221K *

Lead the charge in shaping the sales engineering team for core solutions, driving revenue growth through strategic partnerships and innovative problem-solving in a dynamic environment...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $166K *

Optimize site contract management by reviewing, drafting, and negotiating various legal agreements. Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure timely deliverables and serve as a subject matter expert i...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Transform your career by owning the technical execution of lifecycle and demand generation campaigns, leveraging HubSpot and Salesforce to drive data-backed improvements and seamless sales follow-up...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $130K *

Join us to lead strategic sourcing initiatives that optimize procurement operations while driving innovation and operational excellence. You'll partner with senior stakeholders to influence business o...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$162K - $238K *

Design and optimize R&D operations to enhance organizational effectiveness through data-driven insights, collaboration, and governance. Partner cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement and e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$178K - $287K *

Champion the development of cutting-edge safety AI systems, leading teams to integrate computer vision and sensor data for real-time insights. Drive model lifecycle management and collaborate across t...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $125K *

Champion the development of healthcare marketing tools by guiding cross-functional teams through the product lifecycle, driving innovative features and optimizing user experiences to enhance HCP engag...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading global product strategies that drive growth and innovation. Collaborate cross-functionally to prioritize customer needs, enhance product performance, and support internatio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $182K *

Drive demand planning excellence by leading the Americas team, collaborating across functions to enhance forecasting accuracy and integrated business planning. Transform scenario planning capabilities...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $178K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cloud security governance, leading a dynamic team to enhance compliance, drive automation, and ensure robust risk management across multi-cloud environments...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $173K *

Join a team that's driving revenue growth and customer success through innovative sales strategies. Lead a high-performance sales team, collaborate cross-functionally, and enhance customer experiences...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $220K *

Champion transportation optimization by leading strategic initiatives that enhance service, cost efficiency, and network performance across global operations. Drive innovation in operating models and...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $170K *

Join a team that's redefining procurement excellence by leading purchasing strategy, enhancing supplier relationships, and optimizing operations to support organizational growth and efficiency in a dy...

Buena Vista, CORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $170K *

Drive purchasing excellence by leading procurement strategy, enhancing supplier relationships, and optimizing operations. Collaborate across teams to ensure resource availability and support organizat...

Denver, CORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$145K - $175K *

Engage in strategic sourcing and category management for critical datacenter equipment. Lead a team, develop multi-year strategies, and negotiate high-value agreements while ensuring supply chain resi...

San Jose, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.