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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$110K - $130K *

Lead supplier quality initiatives to ensure product conformity and drive continuous improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish quality standards, manage audits, and enhance supp...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$165K - $185K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $181K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$176K - $253K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$148K - $266K *

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$239K - $299K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Develop strategic sourcing initiatives for IT software and services, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and cost-effectiveness. Drive negotiations and manage supplier relat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$102K - $184K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $143K *

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$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $150K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $150K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$173K - $225K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$162K - $243K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $214K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $193K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $140K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

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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.