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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$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic insights and operational excellence in a dynamic environment. Collaborate across teams to analyze complex problems, shape pricing strategies, and support market e...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on expanding strategic accounts in healthcare. Drive sales, enhance customer relationships, and lead initiatives to meet objectives while collaborating wit...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in forging strategic partnerships with financial institutions, driving growth through innovative market strategies, complex negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance...

Charlotte, NCRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $180K *

Join us in leading product strategy and execution for a diverse portfolio, enhancing Provider Contracting and Credentialing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, improve custom...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $130K *

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United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead proposal and security response efforts, driving innovation and quality. Manage a skilled group, streamline processes, and enhance collaboration across functions to achieve...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

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United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $155K *

Champion strategic talent acquisition by advising on market trends, designing sourcing strategies, and leveraging analytics to enhance recruitment efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to secure t...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $155K *

Lead operational excellence in material handling equipment services, driving vendor management, budget oversight, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance serv...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Yesterday

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

$80K - $155K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence in material handling. Lead initiatives to enhance equipment reliability, manage vendor performance, and optimize processes within a large-scale supply...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 days ago

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

$80K - $155K *

Join a team that's redefining talent acquisition by leveraging data-driven insights and strategic hiring plans. Collaborate with leaders to enhance candidate experience and optimize recruitment proces...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 days ago

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

$133K - $173K *

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New Jersey, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic team to enhance customer success, drive retention, and maximize revenue growth. Shape strategies and workflows while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver exceptional value and ou...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $160K *

Optimize cost management for large-scale data center projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Lead client engagement, develop cost plans, and drive procurement strategies while mentori...

Frederick, MDRemote

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

$140K - $160K *

Lead the charge in cost management for a large-scale data center program, ensuring timely project delivery and budget adherence while engaging stakeholders and maintaining commercial controls in a dyn...

Frederick, MDRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$165K - $190K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $159K *

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Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $220K *

Deliver impactful leadership in Sales Operations, driving revenue growth and operational excellence. Collaborate with senior executives to enhance sales productivity, analytics, and process adoption a...

Durham, NCRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $199K *

Unlock potential by leading a comprehensive compliance management system, ensuring audit readiness and regulatory adherence across multiple domains while fostering cross-functional collaboration and s...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $135K *

Drive strategic growth by managing a diverse portfolio of accounts. Lead and mentor an account management team to enhance client relationships and maximize profitability through innovative solutions a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $170K *

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $130K *

Drive supply chain excellence by optimizing inventory flow and enhancing operational efficiency through data analysis and strategic collaboration with cross-functional teams...

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

$130K - $165K *

Empower data center development by leading complex projects from site acquisition to construction. Drive client relationships, manage multidisciplinary teams, and ensure successful project delivery wh...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 days ago

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

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.