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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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$112K - $145K *

Join a team that's focused on enhancing supply chain efficiency through strategic project management, mentoring, and supplier collaboration while improving material availability for production operati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Architect a resilient supply chain strategy that enhances procurement, logistics, and inventory management. Lead cross-functional teams to optimize processes, improve supplier relationships, and ensur...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of procurement by owning sourcing for critical equipment categories, ensuring timely delivery, and building a high-performing category team to support a 10GW build initiative...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Transform procurement strategies for critical equipment in a 10GW build. Lead vendor management, build a high-performing category team, and ensure timely delivery by collaborating with design and cons...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive sourcing and procurement for critical equipment in a 10GW build, ensuring timely delivery and vendor accountability. Build and lead a category team while collaborating with design and constructi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock the potential of a 10GW build by owning sourcing for critical equipment categories. Lead vendor management, build a high-performing team, and ensure timely delivery by collaborating with design...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform logistics operations by leading specialized freight movements, ensuring timely dispatch and compliance. Engage with carriers and teams to streamline processes, troubleshoot issues, and maint...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Drive logistics excellence by managing specialized freight movements, coordinating carriers, and ensuring timely delivery of critical infrastructure. Thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaini...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Lead supply chain operations by managing procurement, optimizing supplier relationships, and driving profitability. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely material delivery while anticipating...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to lead Sales Development efforts, driving pipeline growth through strategic outbound and inbound initiatives. Foster team development while engaging directly with key accounts to...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $136K *

Empower a transformative digital workplace by leading Microsoft 365 services, ensuring compliance and governance while driving strategic initiatives and service excellence across enterprise collaborat...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $150K *

Champion procurement excellence by managing vendor relationships and sourcing strategies across multiple spend categories, ensuring optimal cost efficiency and compliance while driving operational suc...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate manufacturing operations by leading engineering builds and initial production. Leverage your extensive experience to enhance processes, ensure quality, and drive collaboration across teams for...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$78K - $119K *

Engage in strategic account management to elevate value-based care partnerships, driving growth through data synthesis and relationship management while leading teams and aligning with executive leade...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Champion the delivery of a large-scale, multi-channel marketing program, ensuring client satisfaction and project success through effective management, collaboration, and innovative solutions over a 1...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in project management for innovative material handling automation, overseeing diverse technologies while managing budgets, resources, and client contracts for successful project execut...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion material handling automation projects, ensuring execution of multi-location initiatives involving robotics, controls, and software while managing financials and stakeholder relationships effe...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Manage diverse material handling automation projects, overseeing planning, execution, and relationship management while ensuring project standards, financial tracking, and timely updates in a fast-pac...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $150K *

Elevate the impact of energy efficiency programs by leading cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and fostering client relationships to achieve ambitious goals and drive sustainable solutions...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional construction projects. Oversee project management, coordinate with subcontractors, and ensure timelines and budgets are met while providing outst...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $137K *

Unlock potential by leading warehouse operations, ensuring efficient material flow, and maintaining inventory accuracy while fostering a safe and organized environment for team success and customer sa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $98K *

Join us in leading a dynamic team focused on microwave power module production. Oversee daily operations, ensure quality compliance, and drive continuous improvement while collaborating with engineeri...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead operational excellence by overseeing logistics and transportation activities, ensuring compliance, optimizing resources, and enhancing customer satisfaction while developing a high-performing tea...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading operations management in transportation and logistics. Oversee daily activities, ensure compliance, drive performance, and foster team development while enhancing customer...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence by leading manufacturing functions, ensuring quality and efficiency while managing resources effectively. Collaborate across departments to resolve production challenge...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.