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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$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading the General Accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting and robust internal controls while driving continuous improvement and team development in a dynamic e...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to operational excellence by ensuring environmental compliance through audits, reporting, and program administration. Engage with facilities to enhance culture and procedures as the company...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $210K *

Drive the go-to-market success for Customer Success and Staircase products. Own strategy, positioning, and launches in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment, enabling Sales and Success teams to a...

California, USRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $140K *

Unlock new business potential by developing strategies to acquire clients, nurturing relationships, and driving revenue growth through collaboration and innovative proposals. Engage with teams to fost...

Sacramento, CARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead a talented team in crafting a high-quality, scalable object storage product that enhances the developer experience, balancing technical execution with product thinking to drive meaningful improve...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Shape strategic client partnerships and drive account growth while leading financial oversight and team development, ensuring exemplary service delivery aligned with commercial goals across global ope...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of supplier management by driving efficiency and optimizing global programs. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance operations and ensure compliance while managing the supplier lif...

Menlo Park, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate client success by managing relationships and ensuring seamless communication between stakeholders and internal teams, driving project execution and delivering insightful performance reports...

Colorado, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $150K *

Unlock your potential by leading high-stakes proposals for public agencies in the rail and transit sector. Drive strategy, mentor teams, and craft compelling narratives to elevate project pursuits and...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$161K - $242K *

Lead the charge in driving the cardiology portfolio's growth and modernization. Own strategy, adoption, cloud migration, and pricing while collaborating across teams to enhance patient outcomes and op...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform business growth by identifying and acquiring new clients while nurturing existing relationships. Collaborate with leaders to drive revenue and enhance client satisfaction across the Midwest...

Atlanta, GARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Unlock new business potential by developing strategies to acquire clients and enhance relationships. Collaborate with leaders to drive revenue growth and ensure client satisfaction in a dynamic enviro...

St. Louis, MORemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Build and execute strategies to drive new business growth, fostering client relationships and enhancing service alignment. Collaborate with teams to ensure client satisfaction and retention while iden...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving new business development strategies and fostering client relationships to enhance revenue growth in the Midwest region. Collaborate with district leaders to identify opport...

St. Louis, MORemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $140K *

Unlock your potential by driving new business development on the West Coast. Collaborate with leaders to expand client relationships and enhance revenue growth through strategic proposals and effectiv...

Sacramento, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $129K *

Elevate your career by leading financial planning and reporting efforts. Collaborate with operational leaders to provide insights that drive strategic decisions and enhance financial performance acros...

Texas, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Drive security compliance by managing Epic user access across multiple facilities, ensuring adherence to HIPAA and organizational standards while optimizing the onboarding and offboarding processes to...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of IT infrastructure and security operations, driving the migration to a Nutanix-based IaaS environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance security, compliance, and automation, utilizin...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive your career with a leadership role overseeing brand advertising strategy, budget, and execution across multiple channels. Lead a team and collaborate with agencies to enhance brand visibility an...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $200K *

Empower your career with a senior finance leadership role, driving strategic financial planning and operational excellence as our organization scales its impact globally, fostering a culture of analyt...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead the end-to-end customer onboarding process, managing cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and value realization. Collaborate with customers to provide expert guidance and drive succes...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform data into impactful strategies by developing analytical solutions. Drive decision-making through advanced BI reports, automate processes, and ensure data integrity, all while enhancing busin...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Drive critical initiatives by navigating ambiguity, building effective operating models, and ensuring measurable outcomes in a dynamic environment. Engage with leadership to implement AI solutions and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$162K - $238K *

Design and optimize R&D operations to enhance organizational effectiveness through data-driven insights, collaboration, and governance. Partner cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement and e...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the strategic management of a clinical diagnostics portfolio, focusing on clinical chemistry and immunoassay. Drive supplier relationships, optimize performance, and lead growth initiatives w...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.