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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$115K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at a leading enterprise data solution provider by driving new logo acquisition and expanding existing accounts. Own complex sales cycles and build strategic relationships with Fort...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $118K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and manage supply chain contracting strategies that optimize costs and enhance value for member pharmacies. This role involves supplier negotiations, category performanc...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Engage with us to drive innovative solutions in the healthcare supply chain. Collaborate closely with diverse teams, tackle complex challenges, and enhance patient care through strategic insights and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$136K - $181K *

Champion delivery excellence by leading cross-functional teams to enhance supplier performance and resolve technical challenges in manufacturing processes, driving cost reductions and ensuring optimal...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $145K *

Drive product strategy and modernization for merchant onboarding solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance risk management capabilities and ensure market-leading standards in a d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $155K *

Elevate your career by leading complex public sector deployments, ensuring seamless execution of Zero Trust solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve impactful business outc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $164K *

Transform employee experiences by leading strategic sourcing initiatives in food and beverage. Drive supplier partnerships and enhance workplace culture through innovative procurement strategies that...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$102K - $147K *

Join a dynamic team to drive new business opportunities with Large Enterprises, cultivating relationships with C-level executives and managing the full sales cycle to deliver exceptional client value...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by optimizing product performance across channels. Drive revenue and margin through data-driven insights, lifecycle management, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance customer...

Port Washington, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $150K *

Develop strategic business relationships to drive revenue growth and enhance customer satisfaction. Utilize market insights to create tailored business plans and ensure profitable account management w...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $168K *

Shape strategic sourcing initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive savings and efficiencies in the Mechanical category. Manage supplier relationships and execute OneLM Agreemen...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of financial partnerships by driving revenue through strategic alliances with banks and fintechs. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance Socure's market presence and ensure seamles...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $171K *

Unlock potential by driving market insights and strategic recommendations. Collaborate cross-functionally to influence business decisions and support product strategy through comprehensive research an...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$96K - $192K *

Unlock growth by managing a diverse territory, driving sales across global enterprise and local accounts. Engage with senior stakeholders, navigate complex environments, and lead the full sales cycle...

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1 week ago

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

$132K - $165K *

Drive the development and enhancement of innovative products and platforms, leading a dynamic engineering team to deliver secure, scalable solutions while fostering collaboration and technical excelle...

Staples, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$106K - $159K *

Empower your career by leading procurement initiatives and supplier management. This role involves strategic sourcing, negotiations, and coordinating corporate insurance programs, impacting organizati...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $170K *

Join us to lead demand planning and logistics optimization in Life Sciences. Drive data-driven decisions, enhance capacity strategies, and ensure compliance while collaborating across teams to improve...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$144K - $211K *

Lead the charge in managing complex Industrial Controls workstreams, ensuring seamless execution of NPI programs. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative automation solutions on time and within...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Champion scalable deal operations by leading the Global Deal Desk, optimizing complex agreements across sales, finance, and legal. Drive AI integration to enhance workflows and ensure compliance while...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $207K *

Join a team that's transforming risk data into actionable insights. Lead analytics and decision support initiatives, manage delivery roadmaps, and enhance team capabilities to drive effective risk man...

Philadelphia, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$122K - $196K *

Transform your career by leading global capital projects and strategic initiatives. Oversee complex portfolios, drive execution, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve business objecti...

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4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $139K *

Optimize trade compliance processes by managing master data and ensuring regulatory readiness. Lead cross-functional collaboration to enhance data accuracy and streamline customs operations, driving e...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $175K *

Drive project success by managing tender processes, overseeing costs, and resolving disputes. Collaborate with teams to ensure transparency and effective communication, while thriving in a dynamic env...

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2 weeks ago

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

$70K - $155K *

Join a team that's driving innovation through effective project management of software and IT initiatives. Oversee multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery while coordinating with diverse teams and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in optimizing supply chain processes, managing inventory, and ensuring seamless flow of materials from order to delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency...

Maryland Heights, MORemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.