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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$76K - $109K *

Drive strategic sourcing initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency and vendor performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze data, negotiate contracts, and implement best practice...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$76K - $109K *

Lead the charge in optimizing sourcing strategies through data analysis, vendor management, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring alignment with strategic procurement goals and fostering contin...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead supply chain operations by managing procurement, optimizing supplier relationships, and driving profitability. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely material delivery while anticipating...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic sourcing initiatives and managing supplier relationships to drive performance and value in IT contracting. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize expenditures...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Shape your career by optimizing procurement processes and supplier relationships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic sourcing, cost savings, and compliance while ensuring suppl...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate procurement strategies by collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize sourcing, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost-saving initiatives while ensuring compliance and supply...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive procurement excellence by optimizing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to support operational goals while maintai...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's shaping procurement excellence by optimizing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost efficiencies in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Elevate your...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $174K *

Shape the future of supply chain management by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, negotiating high-value contracts, and ensuring supply assurance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $208K *

Support the end-to-end supplier sourcing and procurement for a global operations team, managing vendor relationships and ensuring compliance with standardized processes in a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $222K *

Elevate your career by partnering with clients to solve complex supply chain challenges. As a Senior Manager, you'll lead innovative strategies, foster relationships, and mentor teams while delivering...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $208K *

Lead strategic initiatives in supply chain and operations, partnering with clients to solve complex challenges. Develop innovative solutions, mentor teams, and foster relationships to drive business s...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic sourcing and supplier development initiatives to enhance manufacturing operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive cost reduction, improve supplier performance, and ens...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $140K *

Transform global supply chain operations by leading strategy, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring efficient order fulfillment while collaborating across teams to enhance performance and driv...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $234K *

Lead the development and execution of integrated demand planning strategies, ensuring alignment between market demand, supply capabilities, and financial objectives across mid- to long-range planning...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join us in leading integrated supply chain activities, translating business objectives into actionable plans. Drive procurement, manage supplier relationships, and ensure operational readiness to supp...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $208K *

Lead the charge in developing global sourcing strategies for critical large-scale fabricated components, ensuring optimal cost, capacity, and risk management while collaborating with cross-functional...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$76K - $90K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing sourcing strategies for indirect materials and services, partnering with stakeholders to drive cost reduction, supplier consolidation, and process improveme...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $90K *

Drive strategic sourcing initiatives for indirect materials and services, collaborating with stakeholders to optimize costs, enhance supplier relationships, and ensure compliance while delivering meas...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $90K *

Partner with us to develop and execute sourcing strategies for indirect materials and services, driving cost reduction and supplier efficiency while ensuring compliance and quality across business ope...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $90K *

Unlock potential by developing and executing sourcing strategies for indirect materials and services. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive cost reduction, supplier consolidation, and process improve...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $90K *

Transform procurement strategies by partnering with stakeholders to optimize indirect sourcing, drive cost savings, and enhance supplier relationships while ensuring compliance and quality standards a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $90K *

Partner with us to develop and execute sourcing strategies for indirect materials and services, driving cost reduction and supplier consolidation while ensuring compliance and quality across business...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $147K *

Drive the strategic sourcing process for new product initiatives, managing cross-functional teams to meet organizational goals. Oversee supplier relationships, lead negotiations, and ensure alignment...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Unlock value by developing strategic category plans for MRO initiatives across global manufacturing sites, enhancing stakeholder relationships, and driving sourcing projects to achieve savings and per...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.