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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$82K - $123K *

Drive strategic growth by managing key RFID accounts, fostering C-suite relationships, and executing multi-year commercial strategies to enhance market share and loyalty across North America...

Mentor, OHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform marketing strategies by leading global initiatives that drive commercial growth and enhance technical communication for innovative technology in the mining industry. Collaborate cross-functi...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Champion a robust DevOps culture, leading a dynamic team while enhancing cloud infrastructure and processes for reliability, security, and cost efficiency. Drive innovation and accountability through...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Empower strategic sourcing and category management to enhance supplier performance, mitigate risks, and drive value across the aerospace and defense supply chain while collaborating with diverse stake...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Advance global procurement initiatives by leading sourcing strategies for MRO and automotive parts. Drive operational excellence, enhance supplier relationships, and ensure compliance while achieving...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $180K *

Champion operational excellence by managing end-to-end supply chain processes, optimizing performance, and leading cross-functional teams to drive cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

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

$69K - $101K *

Manage supplier relationships and procurement processes to ensure seamless production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to track costs, monitor delivery performance, and resolve material shorta...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $196K *

Champion global market expansion by leading cross-functional strategies and navigating regulatory pathways. Drive commercialization efforts and ensure alignment with corporate priorities across divers...

Irvine, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$94K - $148K *

Join a team that's redefining technology sourcing strategies to drive savings and innovation. Lead cross-functional collaboration, manage supplier performance, and coach a talented team to optimize te...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $145K *

Elevate your career by transforming data into actionable insights that drive operational excellence and informed decision-making. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify trends and risks, enhancing...

Somerset, NJRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K *

Transform procurement processes through strategic sourcing, negotiation, and vendor management across Marketing, HR, Consulting, and Finance categories. Collaborate with global teams to achieve signif...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $190K *

Empower client success by leading project management and engagement strategies, mentoring teams, and delivering impactful solutions through data analysis and operational expertise in contract manageme...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $162K *

Manage vendor service contracts to enhance operational efficiency, drive financial improvements, and ensure customer satisfaction in healthcare systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve issues...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion strategic supply chain initiatives to enhance performance, reduce costs, and drive productivity. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize processes, improve inventory visibility, and delive...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $126K *

Optimize category management strategies to drive growth through data analysis, collaboration, and actionable insights. Leverage communication skills to influence cross-functional teams and enhance bus...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$82K - $149K *

Lead the charge in material planning and supply chain execution for mission-critical defense programs. Oversee a team, manage priorities, and ensure compliance while driving operational excellence acr...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$151K - $215K *

Innovate global technology procurement strategies, optimizing spend and supplier relationships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance value creation and drive efficiency across technology...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving strategic sourcing initiatives, managing supplier relationships, and optimizing procurement processes to deliver significant value across multiple categories in a dynamic en...

Leola, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing financial activities, analyzing data, and developing cash management strategies. Drive profitability through effective forecasting and reporting while ensuring complian...

Minnesota, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$97K - $185K *

Drive strategic sourcing and supplier management for IT software, optimizing procurement processes and ensuring compliance while fostering strong supplier relationships and delivering value across the...

Palo Alto, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Empower our growth by driving transportation sales, managing key accounts, and executing strategic initiatives to enhance our bundled service offerings while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Optimize strategic relationships with pharmaceutical manufacturers, lead contract negotiations, and drive sourcing strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance value creation and ensure align...

Conshohocken, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$207K - $267K *

Unlock potential by leading global procurement strategies, optimizing vendor management, and driving efficiency across technology and software categories while mentoring a high-performing team...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$170K - $190K *

Shape the future of client engagements by leading procurement relations, fostering trust, and unlocking growth opportunities through strategic partnerships that enhance collaboration and drive expansi...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of battery storage procurement by leading strategic sourcing, negotiating contracts, and driving supplier performance to ensure cost competitiveness and supply security in a dynamic g...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.