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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$88K - $105K *

Drive your career with a mid-level role leading design teams on diverse infrastructure projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality designs, manage project scopes, and ens...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $105K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of precision optics by developing sourcing strategies and optimizing supplier performance. Collaborate across functions to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform procurement strategies by analyzing market trends, managing supplier relationships, and executing cost-saving initiatives for raw materials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in developing sustainable procurement strategies that align with ESG objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders and suppliers to enhance responsible sourcing, reduce risks, and drive su...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive procurement excellence by managing cross-functional projects, ensuring supply chain readiness, and fostering early supplier engagement to support new product development and innovation...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Engage with enterprise clients to drive revenue growth through strategic account management, focusing on logistics and supply chain solutions. Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders wh...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$84K - $112K *

Join a team that's committed to operational excellence and sustainability. As a Sourcing Supervisor, you'll lead a dynamic team, drive continuous improvement, and enhance sourcing strategies to achiev...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $160K *

Drive procurement excellence by leading strategic sourcing, vendor management, and complex negotiations. Collaborate with senior leaders to optimize supplier performance and deliver measurable savings...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing enterprise category strategies for Professional Services and Consulting, managing sourcing initiatives and supplier performance to drive value across divers...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $163K *

Join a team that's driving supply chain innovation by leveraging data and analytics to optimize vehicle acquisition, reconditioning, and logistics, ensuring efficiency and growth in retail sales acros...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Support vendor management strategies focused on circuits, hardware, and software. Drive vendor engagement, contract negotiations, and performance analysis to optimize costs and quality while collabora...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$132K - $189K *

Empower your career by leading complex, cross-functional projects that enhance supply chain operations. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive process improvements and deliver impactful solutions tha...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $261K *

Lead the charge in global category procurement, driving strategies and supplier relationships to enhance innovation and cost efficiency in diabetes care. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize purc...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $200K *

Redefine supply chain excellence by developing strategic sourcing models, optimizing procurement processes, and driving cost savings. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance supplier performance and...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Elevate category strategies for non-Citrus products, focusing on Extracts, Tea, and Sugar Reduction. Collaborate with sales and innovation teams to drive growth and optimize portfolio management while...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Lead the optimization and design of global P2P processes, enhancing efficiency and compliance while improving user experience. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, partnering with stakeholders to...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$113K - $141K *

Execute category strategies and manage procurement for system management and card services. Collaborate with teams to optimize costs, ensure quality, and enhance supplier relationships while driving o...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing capital equipment procurement and construction for advanced wastewater treatment systems, ensuring efficient project execution and compliance with environmental standards...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $180K *

Drive product strategy and execution for revenue management solutions, leading cross-functional teams from discovery to launch. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to enhance product offerings a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex digital programs, driving strategic initiatives across technology and business functions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment and deliver measurable v...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of procurement by leading global strategies for AI and emerging technologies. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to drive innovation, build capabilities, and negotiate complex contr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $175K *

Optimize your career by leading IT sourcing strategies and managing high-value vendor relationships. Drive negotiations, enhance team performance, and deliver commercial value while collaborating with...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$188K - $274K *

Lead the charge in transforming data center infrastructure through innovative AI-driven forecasting models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance supply chain planning and ensure operatio...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $153K *

Champion supply chain excellence by leading analysis, collaboration, and process improvements. Drive efficiency and accountability while guiding teams through strategic initiatives and technology enha...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of intelligent computing by leading strategic procurement initiatives for advanced AI and cloud solutions. Drive supplier engagement, optimize costs, and ensure supply continuity in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.