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 - $146K *

Drive end-to-end supply strategy by managing material availability and supplier operations. Collaborate across teams to optimize inventory, mitigate risks, and ensure seamless production processes in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $170K *

Optimize supply chain processes by driving ERP system utilization, ensuring effective planning, scheduling, and inventory management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $148K *

Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across a $100M portfolio, translating global strategies into actionable plans. Cultivate supplier partnerships, drive cost savings, and ensure compliance in a dynam...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Lead product initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams to define, prioritize, and deliver impactful features. Drive user research and streamline workflows to enhance platform scalabilit...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$115K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic initiatives in inventory management, influencing senior leaders, and driving cross-functional collaboration to enhance customer engagement and operational exce...

4 days ago

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

$142K - $213K *

Advance your career by leading strategic marketing initiatives to enhance revenue and brand awareness in the energy sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative campaigns and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$265K - $285K *

Lead the sourcing strategy for rack integration and installation services, ensuring timely delivery of production-ready fleets. Collaborate with ODM partners and internal teams to optimize performance...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Lead the charge in managing strategic projects, ensuring alignment with business goals while motivating teams to meet timelines and deliverables. Drive project success through effective communication...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$70K - $99K *

Help us drive compliance and sustainability in global sourcing operations. As an Associate, you'll manage vendor relationships, analyze data, and support ethical sourcing initiatives in a fast-paced r...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic procurement of raw materials, ensuring supply security and driving performance improvements while managing supplier relationships and cost reduction initiatives...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $162K *

Transform supplier relationships and drive strategic growth through collaboration, engagement, and innovative sales strategies. Lead initiatives to expand product lines and enhance partnerships, ensur...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$118K - $196K *

Unlock your potential by leading integrated marketing strategies that enhance brand engagement and drive business growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful campaigns and over...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform the sourcing landscape by leading strategy and fostering relationships across a global supply chain of raw materials, ensuring continuity and compliance while driving operational excellence...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$172K - $237K *

Lead cross-functional teams to analyze market trends, develop strategies, and drive business objectives, ensuring alignment with overall organizational goals for product portfolios and market performa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Drive strategic procurement initiatives and optimize processes across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance supplier governance and ensure compliance while leveraging ER...

1 week ago

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

$107K - $140K *

Drive sourcing strategies and supplier management for enterprise software, ensuring optimal value and performance across global operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to execute category plans and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $166K *

Lead global sourcing strategies and negotiations for EV programs, managing supplier relationships and ensuring cost-effective, high-quality delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$74K - $166K *

Drive global sourcing strategies and supplier negotiations, managing end-to-end supply chain activities for EV programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and cost-effectivenes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

Optimize your career by leading a dynamic team in raw material buying and inventory strategy, ensuring seamless supply for over 12 billion cups annually while driving operational excellence and strate...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Transform supply chain strategy in manufacturing by leading a dynamic team, optimizing supplier performance, and enhancing material flow to ensure project success and client satisfaction...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $150K *

Transform talent acquisition by leading a dynamic recruiting team to enhance hiring strategies, optimize candidate pipelines, and drive operational excellence across multiple manufacturing sites in a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $160K *

Elevate strategic investment decisions by analyzing consumer insights and performance data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop actionable marketing recommendations for senior leadershi...

2 weeks ago

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

$123K - $156K *

Transform supply chain execution into a competitive advantage by leading a dynamic team to enhance material readiness, optimize planning, and drive performance across complex manufacturing operations...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $232K *

Shape innovative sourcing strategies and drive procurement processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure effective supplier agreements and capacity assurance while managing complex ne...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $135K *

Champion the procurement strategy for a complex category, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure supplier quality and compliance. Drive negotiations, manage risks, and enhance supplier relationship...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.