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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$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...

3 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...

Yesterday

  •   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

$138K - $189K *

Lead the charge in developing global semiconductor sourcing strategies that enhance cost efficiency, innovation, and supply continuity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful prod...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion strategic sourcing and procurement for chemicals and raw materials, leading a team to ensure supply continuity, optimize inventory, and drive cost savings while managing supplier relationship...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving strategic sourcing and procurement excellence in chemicals and raw materials. Lead a dynamic team, manage supplier relationships, and ensure supply chain continuity while de...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform procurement strategies by leading a team in sourcing, inventory management, and supplier performance, ensuring operational excellence and cost savings across the chemicals and raw materials...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $171K *

Champion the development and execution of EHS programs, ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering a proactive safety culture. Collaborate with leaders to enhance workplace safety and enviro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead strategic purchasing and global sourcing initiatives, driving supplier partnerships and optimizing costs while ensuring supply chain resilience and operational alignment across manufacturing oper...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Optimize procurement and supply chain processes to enhance student programs, manage vendor relationships, and drive data-driven decisions. Collaborate with Finance and IT to ensure operational excelle...

3 days ago

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

$191K - $253K *

Shape the future of critical mineral sourcing by leading global strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring supply chain resilience in a high-impact role focused on geopolitical risk and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $159K *

Advance your career by developing and standardizing Procurement processes that enhance compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create clear documentation and governance p...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $159K *

Optimize procurement processes by developing standardized workflows, ensuring compliance, and enhancing governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline operations and improve documen...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $159K *

Optimize procurement processes by developing standardized workflows and governance materials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and efficiency in sourcing, contracting, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $159K *

Empower procurement excellence by developing standardized processes and governance frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance compliance, streamline workflows, and ensure audit rea...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $159K *

Shape the future of procurement by developing standardized processes and governance frameworks that enhance operational efficiency, compliance, and collaboration across cross-functional teams, ensurin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $160K *

Lead procurement strategies for a $100M spend, managing a team to optimize sourcing and supplier performance across the Americas. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance productivity and drive value...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $145K *

Collaborate to optimize purchasing and inventory for innovative products. Leverage your expertise in supply chain management and procurement to ensure material flow, vendor relations, and operational...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion procurement excellence by leading P2P operations, enhancing supplier performance, and driving cost efficiencies through strategic sourcing and vendor management while collaborating with cross...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $146K *

Empower our supply chain operations by leading a dynamic team focused on purchasing, inventory, and production planning. Drive efficiency and collaboration across functions to optimize performance and...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$127K - $172K *

Shape the future of procurement technology by leading transformative AI initiatives. Drive cross-functional programs, enhance processes, and ensure scalable solutions while collaborating with business...

2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $155K *

Lead the charge in executing complex client programs and strategic initiatives, fostering trusted relationships, and leveraging advanced analytics to drive impactful recommendations and optimize contr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $155K *

Advance your career by leading complex client programs and driving strategic initiatives. Cultivate trusted relationships, leverage analytics for impactful recommendations, and optimize contract perfo...

1 week 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.