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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$104K - $166K *

Lead strategic sourcing and procurement for Defense and Health sectors, managing a team to drive supplier value, cost savings, and compliance while supporting growth and operational excellence across...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading integrated marketing programs that drive brand awareness and revenue growth. Collaborate with Sales and executive leadership to translate business goals into impactful m...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $103K *

Champion supplier partnerships and optimize sourcing strategies to enhance procurement initiatives, drive cost efficiency, and support new product development while collaborating with cross-functional...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining manufacturing by building and managing a robust U.S. supplier network. Leverage your expertise in sourcing and supplier development to enhance performance, drive quality...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $159K *

Drive the execution of indirect procurement strategies, optimizing spend and enhancing collaboration across teams. This global role requires a proactive mindset and a solid understanding of category m...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $147K *

Drive strategic software sourcing initiatives across diverse technology portfolios, ensuring disciplined commercial outcomes while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance business value a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Discover a pivotal role in driving strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier partnerships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance procurement processes and deliver value across diverse i...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $145K *

Shape the future of procurement by managing sourcing strategies and supplier relationships. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance supply chain performance and drive cost efficiency in our Offsite...

2 weeks ago

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

$142K - $213K *

Transform healthcare sourcing by developing and executing strategic plans that reduce costs and enhance performance across multiple service lines within a large health system...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$142K - $213K *

Manage strategic sourcing initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs across the health system, while aligning with organizational goals. Oversee contract negotiations and implementation, ensur...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$142K - $213K *

Engage with multidisciplinary teams to drive cost reductions and improve operational efficiency within the health system, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and successful outcomes through effect...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Shape enterprise category strategies for IT and facilities services, leading cross-functional teams to enhance value, mitigate risks, and optimize supplier performance while driving long-term organiza...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive supply chain excellence by managing procurement, inventory, and supplier relations. Ensure optimal material availability and cost efficiency while collaborating across departments to enhance ope...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform sourcing strategies by leading complex procurement activities for specialty and commodity chemicals, ensuring rapid response to customer needs while managing supplier relationships and mitig...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Shape strategic category management initiatives to enhance market share and profitability. Leverage data insights and storytelling to influence key stakeholders and drive growth for consumer products...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Optimize production schedules by assessing demand and capacity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance inventory management and service levels, ensuring timely fulfillment of customer comm...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $135K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize procurement processes and enhance supplier relationships, ensuring successful execution of construction projects and continuous c...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $142K *

Shape supplier relationships and drive operational excellence by managing performance, addressing risks, and coordinating improvements across planning, production, and logistics to ensure supply chain...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in sourcing initiatives to enhance material availability and cost efficiency. Collaborate with global teams to align strategies, drive supplier engagement, and deliver measurable resul...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $122K *

Lead procurement strategies for corporate services, focusing on IT indirect purchasing. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and drive cost savings whi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $135K *

Lead the charge in strategic sourcing for construction procurement, managing supplier relationships and contract negotiations to drive value in capital projects. Collaborate with leadership to align p...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$166K - $208K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of procurement in life sciences. Lead and develop a global team while executing strategic sourcing and supplier management initiatives across multiple sites to dr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by managing strategic sourcing initiatives, optimizing supplier performance, and ensuring supply chain efficiency to support innovative projects and ambitious growth targets in a d...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$97K - $133K *

Unlock strategic sourcing opportunities by leveraging data analytics and market insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop sourcing strategies, enhance supplier relationships, and dr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $155K *

Shape the future of healthcare procurement by leading category strategies, optimizing supplier relationships, and driving innovative solutions that enhance operational performance and client satisfact...

2 weeks 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.