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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$110K - $130K *

Transform production planning by leading a dynamic team to optimize non-sterile compounded production. Drive strategic planning, manage capacity, and ensure alignment with demand forecasts while foste...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $126K *

Empower strategic initiatives by managing complex projects, enhancing processes, and fostering cross-functional relationships. Lead teams to execute plans effectively while ensuring alignment with org...

Missouri, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $193K *

Help us shape the future of corporate strategy by driving initiatives that enhance business growth and competitive advantage. Collaborate with leadership to analyze market trends and develop actionabl...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$123K *

Transform the sales development team by driving performance, mentoring SDRs, and implementing effective strategies. Collaborate with management to enhance pipeline creation and ensure operational exce...

Ontario, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $173K *

Lead the transformation of identity lifecycle management by optimizing IAM processes, ensuring seamless integration with cloud-native solutions, and driving strategic initiatives that enhance security...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$143K - $286K *

Shape the future of logistics by leading product strategy and execution. Drive innovation in delivery optimization, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experience and operati...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$115K - $130K *

Drive seamless post-merger integrations by coordinating cross-functional teams, unifying processes, and fostering alignment. Lead initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and support future acq...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform operational pursuits by leading due diligence evaluations, assessing feasibility, risks, and benefits. Collaborate with executive leadership and stakeholders to ensure informed decision-maki...

Lebanon, TNRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$156K - $257K *

Join a team that inspires innovation and empowers technical talent in transforming data strategies. Lead high-performing Systems Engineers to create impactful storage solutions for enterprise clients...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$201K - $301K *

Optimize patient experiences by leading product strategy and execution across B2B2C healthcare environments, balancing client expectations with technical feasibility while driving innovation in AI-dri...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Champion the delivery of innovative data solutions, leading cross-functional teams to modernize platforms and drive AI integration. Ensure project success through effective management of scope, qualit...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Inspire delivery excellence by leading a diverse portfolio of 20+ Scrum teams across regions. Align engineering outcomes with client priorities, enhance AI adoption, and drive measurable value through...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive the technical relationship with healthcare accounts, ensuring platform adoption, risk mitigation, and customer growth through proactive advisory and strategic planning. Collaborate with IT teams...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $190K *

Lead end-to-end production for complex experiential programs, ensuring exceptional live events through strategic planning, resource management, and financial oversight while collaborating with cross-f...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Champion customer satisfaction by executing maintenance and service solutions, coordinating logistics and support activities, with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence in a dyn...

Miami, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion customer service excellence by managing maintenance activities and solutions on-site. Leverage technical expertise to enhance support for diverse services, ensuring effective execution and ti...

Miami, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion quality assurance initiatives by managing site audits, enhancing compliance, and fostering relationships with investigative teams. Utilize risk-based approaches to monitor quality indicators...

Tennessee, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Reimagine project delivery by overseeing capital initiatives, ensuring alignment with standards while managing budgets, schedules, and stakeholder communication for successful outcomes in healthcare c...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

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

$100K - $105K *

Drive customer success by managing accounts, achieving sales targets, and implementing RQI Portfolio solutions to enhance hospital systems, ensuring engagement and retention through meaningful relatio...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing program operations and enhancing customer satisfaction. Lead initiatives in inventory management, process improvements, and team development while fostering...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Optimize our finance function by leading planning and forecasting efforts, transitioning to automated systems, and driving data analysis that informs strategic decisions. This role offers full ownersh...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $160K *

Innovate by leading global Credit & Collections operations, driving cash performance, and managing customer credit risk. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes, ensure compliance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Drive impactful software delivery by managing engineering teams and vendor partnerships. Oversee backlog management, sprint execution, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely, quality rele...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Empower growth by leading a dynamic sales organization, driving strategy, and optimizing performance. Oversee teams to achieve revenue goals, enhance productivity, and foster a high-performance cultur...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of revenue accounting by leading the integration of consumer revenue streams into a unified, automated process. Drive accuracy and efficiency while building a high-performing team...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.