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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$140K - $150K *

Shape your career by managing clinical research studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones efficiently and effectively...

Boston, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$81K - $136K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in radar and surveillance systems. Lead proposal management and customer programs, ensuring high-quality submissions while collaborating across functions to deliv...

New York, NYRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $136K *

Join a team that's pioneering innovative radar and surveillance solutions. Lead proposal management and program execution, ensuring high-quality submissions while collaborating across functions to dri...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Champion product security initiatives by leading a skilled team, architecting compliance frameworks, and managing incident response to enhance trust across all products and stakeholders...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $185K *

Elevate your career by leading the implementation of innovative solutions for major clients. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver secure digital workspaces, leveraging your technical expertise a...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$225K - $265K *

Partner with us to lead a high-performing engineering team, driving innovation and efficiency in our travel marketplace. You'll manage project lifecycles, enhance collaboration, and champion a custome...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion sourcing strategies and supplier management for electrical components, ensuring quality and cost efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and optimize supply ch...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Drive market strategy and commercialization for a diverse product portfolio, leveraging customer insights and competitive analysis to enhance adoption and growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to ens...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $155K *

Champion business development and growth of custom adhesive solutions across North America, focusing on the Bus, Truck, Rail, and Specialty Vehicle markets. Drive customer acquisition and strategic ac...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$82K - $182K *

Empower financial excellence by leading budgeting and forecasting for retail. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance planning systems and deliver insights that drive performance and strate...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$107K - $171K *

Shape the market narrative for AI Agent Identity by leading product marketing initiatives. Own positioning, messaging, and commercial enablement for DNSid, translating complex innovations into compell...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead complex project management initiatives across multiple channels in the pharmaceutical advertising sector. Oversee cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery within budget while mentoring ju...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development and scaling of our connector ecosystem, collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform strategic opportunities into actionable product initiatives that enhance client mark...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining business identity solutions. As a Product Manager, you'll drive strategy, development, and performance of our Business Identity Graph, collaborating with cross-functional...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by directing product strategy for data-centric solutions, collaborating across teams to enhance product performance and drive innovation. Own the product lifecycle from conception to...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate product management by integrating diverse datasets into innovative solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance existing products and drive new data initiatives from concept t...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $169K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic payroll outsourcing team, ensuring exceptional client satisfaction and retention while driving operational excellence and business growth through strategic lea...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$117K - $176K *

Empower your career by leading cross-functional teams to craft compelling narratives that drive strategic pursuits. Utilize your expertise in clinical development and storytelling to enhance customer...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K *

Champion new business across North America by selling autonomous mobile robots. Own the sales process, develop complex relationships, and structure high-value agreements, while driving innovative stra...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform the SOW process by managing contracts, mentoring teams, and ensuring quality assurance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance service delivery and drive operational excellence in a dynami...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving sales in the wound care sector. Leverage your expertise to build relationships, achieve revenue targets, and provide exceptional service in a dynamic operating...

Ohio, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $220K *

Transform operational workflows by leading automation engineering initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and drive technology adoption, ensuring alignment with stra...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by driving new business sales in a dynamic, AI-enabled environment. Own your territory, create a robust pipeline, and engage sophisticated buyers to deliver consistent revenue growth...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$78K - $156K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage complex commercial contracts, balancing legal and business needs. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to drive negotiations and enhance contracting process...

Durham, NCRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by managing complex e-discovery projects, mentoring teams, and collaborating with legal professionals to ensure successful outcomes. Drive project execution while fostering strong...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.