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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$112K - $154K *

Empower effective organizational strategies by leading cross-functional initiatives, collaborating closely with leadership to enhance operational performance and drive growth through disciplined proje...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in optimizing our global supply chain for custom silicon and semiconductor components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance supplier performance and drive strategic sourc...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Product Marketing Manager, shaping go-to-market strategies for innovative distributor products. Collaborate across functions to define customer needs, craft messaging...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform the go-to-market strategy for distributor products by engaging with customers, defining ideal buyers, and crafting compelling messaging. Collaborate across teams to shape product launches an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of a pivotal role in shaping product marketing strategies for distributors. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define customer needs, craft messaging, and drive successful produ...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Manage the procurement lifecycle for major capital projects, guiding the team through all phases from planning to execution while ensuring adherence to budget, quality, and schedule standards. Lead cr...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$170K - $250K *

Advance your career by leading clients through the PBM RFP process, utilizing analytics to drive vendor selection and cost savings. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance procurement strategies and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the highest quality and compliance of electronic components, leading inspection operations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within a dynamic and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with internal teams to develop sourcing strategies and manage contracts for service and construction projects, ensuring compliance and maximizing value while supporting project schedules a...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on sourcing and contracts for construction services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop procurement strategies, negotiate agreements, and e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K *

Transform procurement processes through strategic sourcing, negotiation, and vendor management across Marketing, HR, Consulting, and Finance categories. Collaborate with global teams to achieve signif...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Optimize supply chain operations by negotiating IT contracts and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance healthcare delivery and reduce costs. Drive strategic sourcing initiatives while ensuri...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $160K *

Transform supply chain operations by leading a team of 5 in purchasing, planning, and inventory control. Drive MRP adoption, mitigate vendor risks, and streamline processes for maximum efficiency whil...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $225K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing innovative marketing strategies for a dynamic Neurosurgical portfolio, driving product lifecycle management and enhancing customer engagement through strate...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate operational excellence by managing materials for supercomputer clusters, ensuring high accuracy and efficiency. Lead a diverse team to exceed customer expectations while driving continuous imp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing materials management for data center operations, ensuring high accuracy and efficiency. Oversee a multi-level team, drive continuous improvement, and maintain industry-le...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $239K *

Drive the future of subcontract program management by leading cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, performance, and successful execution of contracts while managing costs, quality, and schedul...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $126K *

Lead the charge in strategic sourcing initiatives, optimizing indirect spend categories while fostering supplier relationships and cross-functional collaboration to drive innovation and sustainable va...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Champion a high-performing sourcing team, driving strategic direction and operational excellence while collaborating with executive leadership to ensure supply continuity and profitability across regi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Drive procurement excellence by architecting strategies that enhance value, optimize costs, and elevate supplier performance across a multi-billion-dollar portfolio, ensuring alignment with enterprise...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer the development of a strategic global supply chain for critical metal assemblies. Collaborate cross-functionally, negotiate supplier terms, and drive sourcing strategies to achieve cost effici...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $140K *

Shape procurement strategies for CAPEX and MRO categories, driving value through supplier management, cost optimization, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance operational excellence...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $190K *

Lead cost controlling initiatives across multiple functions, driving strategic financial planning and transparent reporting. Collaborate with senior leaders to optimize spending and enhance financial...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$140K - $170K *

Transform the cooling equipment landscape by leading procurement engineering for AI data centers. Drive technical decisions, optimize product roadmaps, and enhance reliability while managing a skilled...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Champion innovative cooling solutions for AI data centers, leading procurement engineering with a focus on reliability and cost-effectiveness. Drive technical decisions, manage a skilled team, and enh...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.