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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$165K - $175K *

Transform supplier ecosystems by owning commodity strategy and sourcing for custom mechanical components. Drive negotiations, build relationships, and ensure production readiness while managing risks...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer quality assurance initiatives by managing operational efficiencies and compliance. Lead a team to enhance service delivery for military personnel and families, ensuring high standards and effe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Shape quality assurance initiatives by managing operational standards and compliance. Lead a team to enhance service delivery for military personnel and families, ensuring effective communication and...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of strategic marketing initiatives that drive growth by transforming market intelligence into actionable plans. Collaborate across teams to assess opportunities, develop value propositi...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading supply chain strategies, managing teams, and driving process improvements. Collaborate across functions to enhance inventory management and ensure compliance while ach...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of global semiconductor sourcing strategies, driving supply continuity and cost reduction while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business growth and new product intr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing global semiconductor sourcing strategies, ensuring supply continuity and cost reduction while collaborating across teams to support business growth and new product introd...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of supply chain solutions by leading early-stage product discovery, collaborating with cross-functional teams to validate ideas, and driving product-led growth in a dynamic B2B en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Empower innovation by leading early-stage product discovery in supply chain solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify customer needs, validate ideas, and drive product development...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of responsible supply chains by developing programs, conducting supplier assessments, and creating educational content to enhance compliance and sustainability across the supply base...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive responsible supply chain initiatives by developing programs, conducting supplier assessments, and creating educational content to enhance compliance and sustainability across the supply base, wh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $343K *

Drive transformative digital procurement solutions by leading complex AI-enabled programs, integrating strategy and technology to deliver measurable business outcomes while managing global teams and c...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$73K - $89K *

Drive success by leading a dynamic sourcing team to tackle complex manufacturing challenges, ensuring customer satisfaction and operational excellence while fostering a collaborative environment for g...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform procurement operations by leading strategy and team management in a regulated manufacturing environment. Drive supplier performance, cost efficiency, and material availability to support pro...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$99K - $163K *

Manage sourcing strategies and supplier performance across multiple lines, ensuring alignment with business needs. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize processes, mitigate risks, and enhance oper...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $163K *

Drive sourcing strategies and supplier management across multiple business lines. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize processes, enhance supplier performance, and ensure alignment with enterpris...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $161K *

Shape the future of procurement excellence by driving performance, implementing governance, and fostering continuous improvement across the Americas. Collaborate with HQ to optimize operational standa...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$76K - $152K *

Join a team that's driving strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize costs and enhance supplier relationships. Lead cross-functional projects, negotiate contracts, and implement innovative sourcing s...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing supply chain operations, overseeing purchasing, material planning, and supplier management while ensuring efficient shipping and receiving processes to suppo...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of supply chain management by leading purchasing, material planning, and supplier relations. Utilize ERP/MRP tools to optimize operations and ensure seamless material flow to producti...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$102K - $179K *

Advance as a strategic leader in category management, driving sourcing initiatives and stakeholder alignment to deliver operational and financial value while influencing decisions across diverse teams...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $179K *

Drive strategic category management initiatives, influencing sourcing and contracting decisions across diverse stakeholders. Lead complex sourcing projects, leveraging market intelligence to optimize...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $179K *

Shape strategic category management initiatives that drive value and innovation. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to influence sourcing and contracting decisions, ensuring alignment with organ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $179K *

Empower your career by leading strategic category initiatives that drive value across diverse stakeholders. Utilize your expertise to influence sourcing decisions, optimize costs, and enhance operatio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $179K *

Manage and execute strategic category initiatives, driving value and alignment across stakeholders. Leverage deep expertise to influence sourcing and contracting decisions, ensuring operational and fi...

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  •   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.