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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$134K - $176K *

Lead the development and execution of a national supplier quality program, ensuring compliance and fostering strong supplier relationships to enhance operational efficiency and project success across...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer business growth by developing strategic relationships and driving sales initiatives. This role requires effective collaboration across teams to achieve revenue targets and enhance customer sat...

Maryland Heights, MORemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead strategic customer relationships in Bankruptcy Risk, ensuring retention and growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions, drive customer success, and enhance valu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Help us drive strategic growth initiatives and shape long-term business development strategies. Collaborate with senior leadership, mentor junior staff, and oversee complex proposals to foster organiz...

Fairfield, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$74K - $130K *

Drive procurement excellence by managing software assets, contracts, and vendor relationships. Collaborate with teams to ensure efficient workflows and budget management while enhancing procurement pr...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$148K - $175K *

Lead the charge in providing actionable insights and thought leadership to clients, driving strategic innovation with a strong focus on AI in supply chain. Collaborate with stakeholders, mentor teams...

Irving, TXRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$143K - $215K *

Engage with key customers to drive growth through strategic account management, relationship building, and technical expertise. Collaborate across teams to deliver integrated solutions and ensure alig...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $193K *

Lead integrated commercial technology strategy execution across multiple initiatives, ensuring alignment of priorities, governance, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance value realization and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $180K *

Lead your career with a strategic role managing complex OEM accounts, driving growth through cross-functional collaboration and disciplined execution. Own customer relationships and deliver impactful...

CanadaRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform financial operations by leading a dynamic accounting team, ensuring compliance and accuracy in reporting. Collaborate with senior management to drive strategic insights and enhance financial...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$115K - $151K *

Transform technology operations by leading financial management, procurement, vendor oversight, and asset management. Drive strategic decision-making and operational excellence to enhance service deli...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$81K - $129K *

Partner with us to drive project excellence across the Americas by managing upgrade planning and costing, ensuring high standards in productivity, customer satisfaction, and operational metrics throug...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading technology-driven manufacturing projects. Drive complex initiatives from concept to delivery, ensuring quality and profitability while collaborating with cross-functiona...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform procurement strategies by leading the full acquisition life cycle, ensuring compliance with regulations while driving cost savings and efficiency for government contracts. Collaborate with s...

Washington, DCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $200K *

Drive strategic partner initiatives by developing joint business plans, managing relationships, and ensuring alignment across teams to maximize growth and visibility in the cybersecurity market...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $200K *

Take ownership of partner relationships, driving strategic initiatives and collaboration across teams to enhance market presence and achieve sales goals. Leverage your expertise in channel sales to fo...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $160K *

Advance your career by managing financial operations for project teams, enhancing reporting accuracy, and leading financial analysis to support clinical trials and strategic decision-making...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $140K *

Lead the charge in driving revenue growth and client retention by managing strategic relationships and optimizing operational strategies for a diverse portfolio of enterprise clients in the transporta...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic marketing initiatives for the Endosafe® endotoxin testing portfolio, transforming insights into impactful campaigns that drive customer engagement and business growth across multiple ch...

Wilmington, MARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Empower consumer experiences by leading product strategy and execution for innovative genomics solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user satisfaction and drive adoption throug...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion the evolution of organic search strategies across enterprise software brands. Lead initiatives in technical SEO, content optimization, and AI-driven search, driving visibility and revenue whi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $196K *

Drive strategic growth by managing key accounts in the MedTech OEM sector, fostering customer relationships, and achieving sales targets through innovative business plans and collaboration across team...

Minnesota, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$151K - $208K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic growth and market access for innovative cancer screening solutions. Collaborate with executive leaders and clinical teams to enhance patient access and achieve im...

Illinois, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $190K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative software solutions while mentoring junior engineers. Lead development efforts, enhance product performance, and collaborate in a dynamic environment focused on gr...

Georgia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$119K - $186K *

Manage legal services for indirect sourcing, delivering strategic counsel and project management. Negotiate vendor agreements and ensure compliance while collaborating with stakeholders to support bus...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.