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 *

Lead the charge in optimizing supply chain operations, focusing on efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate with stakeholders, mentor a diverse team, and drive continuous improvement to achieve...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $155K *

Lead the charge in global direct materials sourcing strategy, enhancing cost, quality, and supplier performance while developing a high-performing team and fostering collaboration across various busin...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $180K *

Transform your career by leading product strategy and execution for an advanced visualization portfolio. Collaborate across teams to enhance market performance, drive growth, and manage the full produ...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $245K *

Shape the future of physical operations by driving AI-powered product innovation. Collaborate across teams to identify customer needs, prototype solutions, and deliver impactful products that enhance...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $245K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic initiatives and product innovation within the Telematics Business Unit, enhancing core offerings and exploring new market opportunities through hands-on collaborat...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Lead daily warehouse and distribution operations, optimizing processes and ensuring safety compliance. Drive strategic initiatives, manage inventory, and enhance team performance to deliver exceptiona...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $115K *

Drive project success by managing multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring contract compliance, on-time delivery, and customer satisfaction from order receipt through warranty. Collaborate with stakeholders...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic initiatives within the health system portfolio. Collaborate with executives to shape priorities, utilize data for decision-making, and manage complex cross-functio...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $97K *

Engage in strategic program management to enhance returns transportation solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify challenges and implement scalable processes, ensuring operational support...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform manufacturing operations by leading teams to optimize production, ensure quality, and implement process improvements. Collaborate cross-functionally to meet targets while fostering a culture...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Transform project execution by leading cross-functional teams to deliver complex construction projects on time and within budget. Drive operational excellence and stakeholder collaboration in a fast-p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of production planning and continuous improvement initiatives, aligning customer demand with operational capacity. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $207K *

Partner with us to enhance treasury controllership for digital assets, driving accurate accounting and reporting. Collaborate across functions to support complex transactions and strengthen internal c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $207K *

Transform your career by providing expert accounting support for treasury initiatives, focusing on digital assets and complex transactions. Collaborate across teams to enhance governance, reporting, a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $264K *

Drive logistics and transportation excellence by leading onsite operations, ensuring efficient shipping, receiving, and asset management. Foster a service-oriented environment that supports seamless c...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $150K *

Lead product management for complex digital services, mentoring a team of Product Managers. Collaborate with stakeholders to define strategies, prioritize needs, and deliver impactful outcomes while f...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $90K *

Champion the optimization of employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance and enhancing the overall employee experience. Collaborate with teams to manage benefits administration, audits, and commun...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Lead procurement and materials management to optimize supply chain efficiency, ensuring timely delivery and compliance. Collaborate across teams to enhance production planning and drive cost reduction...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $190K *

Take ownership of defining and operationalizing a customer ROI framework across teams, fostering strategic growth initiatives through measurable value outcomes while enabling effective customer engage...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join us to shape targeted base pricing strategies across multiple brands, ensuring alignment with overall pricing objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive performance and deliver competitive...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $110K *

Drive your career forward by supporting executive leadership and managing a high-performing EA team. Collaborate across functions to enhance productivity, coordinate travel, and optimize operations in...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing executive productivity and team cohesion. In this dynamic role, you'll manage schedules, coordinate travel, and lead a high-performing EA team, driving strate...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Drive performance and growth in Production Operations by leading a high-performing team focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Balance daily operations with long-term strategic planni...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career with a strategic role in Production Operations, ensuring optimal performance through leadership, resource management, and continuous improvement, while cultivating a high-performing...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $170K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive program success, ensuring alignment between strategy and execution. Lead client engagements, mentor junior staff, and enhance program leadership capabi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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.