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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 *

Transform supply chain governance by establishing robust processes and compliance frameworks. Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance performance, mitigate risks, and support large-scale AI data...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of supply chain governance in data centers. Lead compliance, process mapping, and continuous improvement initiatives to support large-scale AI projects while coll...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Elevate your career by leading supply chain governance and assurance initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance compliance, streamline processes, and drive continuous improvement...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Shape the future of supply chain governance by establishing robust processes and compliance frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and support large-scal...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Optimize supply chain governance and assurance processes, ensuring compliance and risk management for large-scale AI data center projects. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance operational efficie...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving value-based reimbursement strategies and payer relations. Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to enhance financial performance, improve patient outcomes...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team to optimize fulfillment operations, ensuring inventory accuracy and operational excellence in a fast-paced environment. Drive results through effective decis...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$105K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence by managing day-to-day logistics, ensuring productivity, safety, and quality standards. Lead a team to optimize processes, enhance customer satisfaction, and achieve finan...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $100K *

Champion operational excellence by managing warehouse partnerships, driving performance, and resolving issues. Leverage data analysis and relationship management to enhance service quality and ensure...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $100K *

Take ownership of operational performance across warehouse partners, ensuring they meet service standards and quality expectations. Leverage data analysis and relationship management to drive improvem...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$102K - $127K *

Join a team that's redefining logistics by leading the strategy and execution of reusable packaging operations. Drive optimization, mentor peers, and ensure container availability on the shop floor wh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Optimize material lifecycle management by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance and operational readiness while driving strategic decisions in a fast-paced, regulated environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Collaborate to lead cross-functional material lifecycle management, ensuring compliance and operational readiness in a dynamic, regulated environment. Drive strategic initiatives in BOM management, re...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing by leading CQV activities. Oversee construction, installation, and validation processes to ensure compliance with GMP standards, collaborating with div...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Champion the development and execution of global supply chain strategies for data center infrastructure, overseeing logistics, inventory management, and supplier performance to ensure timely delivery...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping AI-driven products that empower engineers. Collaborate with teams to define strategies, enhance user experiences, and drive rapid growth in a dynamic environment focused on...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $243K *

Transform the future of inventory management by leading logistics operations, ensuring efficient material flow, and enhancing administrative support. Drive strategic initiatives, oversee audits, and c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career by leading project management teams to enhance operational excellence. Drive continuous improvement, ensure timely delivery of products, and collaboration across various teams to maxi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$141K - $169K *

Unlock innovative AI solutions by leading product development for AI assistants, enhancing productivity and client experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful technology in...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operations and enhancing client satisfaction by managing teams, implementing strategies, and driving performance metrics to achieve business objectives and operational ex...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $150K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing strategic direction, compliance, and financial performance. Lead continuous improvement initiatives, manage client relationships, and ensure adherence to cor...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$105K - $145K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic Materials Management team, overseeing logistics and inventory processes, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and e...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $101K *

Elevate site operations by managing a dynamic team to enhance safety, quality, and performance in a fast-paced environment, while closely collaborating with customers to achieve operational excellence...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $97K *

Advance operational excellence by leading a dynamic team, ensuring safety, quality, and performance in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with customers and drive continuous improvement in robotic...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$149K - $186K *

Advance your career by leading high-impact Procure to Pay (P2P) operations. Ensure supplier onboarding, processing, and payments are efficient, while driving measurable improvements in compliance and...

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  •   5 - 7 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.