Explore Value Stream Manager Jobs

Find Value Stream Manager jobs that match your experience in operational leadership, lean management, and continuous improvement. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including roles focused on improving value streams across manufacturing, supply chain, technology, and other industries.

What Does a Value Stream Manager Do?

Value Stream Managers oversee the people, processes, and workflows that deliver a product or service to customers. They identify bottlenecks, reduce waste, improve quality, and coordinate teams across functions to increase the speed and reliability of delivery. Depending on the organization, the role may cover production lines, end-to-end supply chains, or software and service delivery.

Common Responsibilities and Skills

Responsibilities often include mapping current and future processes, tracking performance metrics, leading improvement initiatives, and aligning stakeholders around measurable goals. Employers commonly seek experience with lean principles, value stream mapping, root-cause analysis, project management, and change leadership. Strong communication and data-driven decision-making help managers turn operational insights into lasting results.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Value Stream Manager opportunities can be found in manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, aerospace, consumer goods, and technology. Related titles may include Value Stream Leader, Operational Excellence Manager, Lean Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager, and Manufacturing Operations Manager. The scope and requirements vary by employer, so review each listing for details on industry, team size, and business priorities.

Find Your Next Value Stream Manager Role

Explore Value Stream Manager openings on Ladders to discover vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by employer, location, responsibilities, and qualifications to find a role that fits your leadership experience and career goals.

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$140K - $170K *

Champion project execution and client satisfaction by leading multiple teams of Project Managers, ensuring financial performance and operational excellence across various commercial accounts while opt...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $153K *

Lead the successful deployment of IoT solutions for enterprise customers, ensuring they maximize the value of our technology throughout their lifecycle while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of client relationships and project success by managing engagements with multiple clients. Leverage resources, oversee budgets, and ensure adherence to best practices to deliver excepti...

Austin, TXRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Champion project success by leading Microsoft D365 implementations and website development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and deliver high-quality results while managing...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $185K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the collectibles marketplace. Lead buyer engagement, develop strategies, and manage a dynamic team to enhance the PSA Exchange ecosystem while fostering strong rel...

Santa Ana, CARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

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Pennsylvania, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer a robust quality function across fulfillment networks, ensuring inventory integrity and process adherence while driving continuous improvement and regulatory compliance in a high-stakes operat...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$105K - $163K *

Lead and manage client-facing teams to deliver high-quality card processing projects, ensuring successful implementations and client satisfaction through effective project management and strategic ove...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Empower enterprise initiatives by leading complex projects that drive strategic outcomes, enhance governance, and align cross-functional teams. Utilize your expertise to manage risks, ensure accountab...

Indiana, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading a global team in Trust Services, enhancing client relationships, and driving operational excellence. Shape the future of AI-powered security solutions while ensuring top-ti...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of technical content by building a robust function from the ground up, focusing on client engagement and leveraging emerging technologies to enhance understanding and communication...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $138K *

Join our team to lead the Virtual Utilization Management Program, ensuring clinical excellence and operational efficiency. Collaborate with diverse healthcare professionals to enhance patient care and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $225K *

Transform supply chain operations by managing vendor performance, logistics, and material tracking for a complex industrial project. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery a...

United StatesRemote

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

$123K - $180K *

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Help us shape the future of digital advertising by leading a team in delivering programmatic campaign excellence and leveraging data-driven insights to meet client objectives across various channels...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $210K *

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Columbus, GARemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by driving new revenue growth in diverse industries. As a key sales leader, you'll identify prospects, develop relationships, and deliver tailored marketing solutions, ensuring c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$74K - $139K *

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of discovery operations by leveraging your legal expertise and leadership skills to enhance service delivery and team performance, ensuring top-quality results and efficient workflows...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$175K - $185K *

Pioneer innovative analytics and AI solutions in healthcare. Drive product strategy and collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex data into actionable insights and measurable value...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $155K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence through innovative process improvements. Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance efficiency, manage projects, and foster a culture of continuous...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

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

$93K - $124K *

Optimize logistics operations by leading continuous improvement initiatives and enhancing productivity across the network. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful business launches and inst...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$109K - $183K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in product operations. You'll manage program initiatives, streamline processes, and enhance portfolio reporting while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by acting as the primary customer liaison, enhancing shipping strategies through strong partnerships, effective integration support, and deep parcel logistics expertise to drive optim...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Value Stream Manager?question toggle

    A Value Stream Manager leads and improves the connected processes, teams, and workflows involved in delivering a product or service to customers. The role typically focuses on efficiency, quality, cost, and delivery performance.

  • What qualifications are common for Value Stream Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for operations or process-improvement experience, leadership skills, and familiarity with lean methods, value stream mapping, performance metrics, and root-cause analysis. Specific education and industry requirements vary by role.

  • Which industries hire Value Stream Managers?question toggle

    Value Stream Managers work in industries such as manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, aerospace, consumer goods, and technology. Their responsibilities may cover production, supply chain, or service delivery.

  • How can I find Value Stream Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional Value Stream Manager opportunities and review each listing for compensation, location, responsibilities, and qualifications. Ladders focuses on jobs paying $100,000 or more.