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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$90K - $120K *

Champion operational excellence by transforming data into actionable insights, leading cross-functional projects, and driving process improvements to enhance performance and scalability in a dynamic e...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$211K - $352K *

Optimize category strategies and drive procurement excellence across the organization. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance supplier relationships, manage risks, and deliver financial results while...

Waltham, MARemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $166K *

Lead the charge in managing site contract negotiations and agreements, ensuring alignment with clinical study timelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance contract processes and mento...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $90K *

Lead the charge in managing complex procurement projects, ensuring seamless execution from concept to completion while coordinating cross-functional teams and driving stakeholder engagement...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead procurement initiatives by providing expert acquisition support to enhance operational efficiency and compliance within federal programs, ensuring successful project execution and stakeholder col...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Engage with key customers to drive growth and enhance market position. Build strategic relationships, identify opportunities, and deliver exceptional service while managing sales activities and collab...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving renewals and expansion within top-tier enterprise accounts. This senior role demands strategic navigation of complex organizations, fostering executive relationships, and l...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $197K *

Lead the charge in defining product strategy and roadmap, translating business objectives into actionable plans. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation and operati...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Champion the proposal management process by leading complex RFP responses, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver compelling proposals that align with stra...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading Procure-to-Pay initiatives, optimizing business processes, and enhancing systems integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and visibility...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $171K *

Champion digital marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility, engage customers, and optimize performance across multiple platforms. Collaborate with teams to drive traffic, analyze data, and impl...

Portage, MIRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$164K - $240K *

Lead strategic procurement initiatives to achieve optimal cost structures and maintain supply continuity. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation in sourcing and enhance quality standards while a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$85K - $110K *

Drive strategic sourcing initiatives by optimizing operations and supplier relationships. Collaborate with internal teams and clients to deliver market insights and ensure compliance, while enhancing...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$132K - $251K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance supplier performance in precision optics and composites. Collaborate across functions to drive strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives and fos...

Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $145K *

Drive the development and management of third-party vendor relationships, ensuring effective communication, oversight, and resource allocation within the Vendor Management team to meet corporate objec...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $197K *

Lead the charge in managing strategic client relationships and projects, leveraging your extensive cost management expertise in the data centre sector. Empower teams through mentorship while driving b...

Birmingham, ALRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $180K *

Drive strategic relationships and data-driven insights to enhance supplier engagement, foster customer success, and propel business growth in a dynamic environment while mentoring a high-performing te...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$116K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to drive the planning and execution of PLC updates, ensuring seamless operations across automated warehouse sites while coordinating with cross-functional partners and enhancing de...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage the full contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while negotiating agreements that align with business objectives and protect comp...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$163K - $224K *

Drive strategic planning and execution of acquisitions/divestitures, ensuring seamless integration and value creation across teams. Collaborate cross-functionally to manage milestones, risks, and comm...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $285K *

Drive the development of HPC supply chain frameworks for market intelligence and risk management. Collaborate with sourcing teams to analyze market trends, manage costs, and enhance supplier relations...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Grow client relationships by managing and expanding large renewal accounts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive revenue retention while maximizing client satisfaction and implementing str...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $140K *

Accelerate progress at driving growth and expanding market presence through strategic sales planning, client relationship management, and business development in the public sector, ensuring long-term...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $169K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing procurement operations while leading a skilled team. You'll implement process improvements and manage complex solicitations, ensuring efficiency and effective...

Beaverton, ORRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$116K - $174K *

Transform healthcare sales by leading strategic account management and driving growth through consultative relationships. Collaborate with teams to optimize product offerings and enhance customer sati...

Illinois, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.