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 *

Drive the evolution of our product operations by designing and implementing systems that enhance team efficiency, visibility, and collaboration. You'll empower product managers and shape the future of...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $130K *

Drive the acquisition and usability of clinical data to enhance healthcare outcomes. Collaborate with diverse teams to analyze data gaps, implement integrations, and optimize processes, ensuring timel...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $107K *

Join us to develop and manage educational resources that enhance Commercial readiness across clinical data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex information into acti...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$148K - $175K *

Lead the development of innovative research in manufacturing operations technology, focusing on AI-driven solutions, to empower clients in overcoming challenges and enhancing operational efficiency ac...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $155K *

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5 days ago

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

$201K - $251K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

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Englewood, CORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$150K - $195K *

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San Diego, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$250K - $300K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$227K - $280K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$144K - $204K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $186K *

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Los Angeles, CARemote

4 days ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Empower a high-performing team to enhance customer trial experiences, driving strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration. Lead with data-driven insights to optimize processes and ensure excepti...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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5 days ago

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

$102K - $170K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $170K *

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6 days ago

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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.