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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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$82K - $115K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality assurance for transportation and logistics operations. Oversee compliance, manage audits, and implement procedures to meet industry standards and customer requireme...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$67K - $94K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence by managing logistics and events, ensuring seamless execution across projects. Collaborate with teams to create meaningful experiences that foster community a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Develop and execute multi-year commodity strategies for mechanical equipment, ensuring capacity and lead times align with production needs. Negotiate agreements and manage supplier performance to miti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Shape supply chain excellence by leading procurement, inventory control, and team development while ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

Empower the sales pipeline by building and leading a high-performing BDR team. Drive strategy, coaching, and metrics to ensure consistent pipeline development across channels, collaborating with Marke...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive product innovation by designing AI-enabled workflows that simplify complex insurance operations, ensuring user trust and operational efficiency through close collaboration with engineering and g...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $110K *

Lead day-to-day eCommerce strategy and execution, driving client growth through data-driven insights and collaboration across teams. Mentor junior staff while managing key metrics and client relations...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$108K - $148K *

Drive efficient distribution planning by managing warehouse operations to align materials with project schedules. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely execution and optimize logistics for success...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $105K *

Engineer and oversee all facets of supply chain operations, ensuring performance, safety, and profitability across multiple sites while driving continuous improvement and associate development...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading purchasing, inventory management, and supplier coordination. Drive efficiency in supply chain operations, ensuring timely material availability and accurate record-keepi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$99K - $149K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and execute projects, ensuring successful outcomes through effective stakeholder collaboration and adherence to established standards. Drive customer satisfaction and manag...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing custom packaging projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while collaborating with stakeholders to drive operational efficiency and customer satisfaction...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Shape operational excellence by leading a dynamic team in materials planning and execution for Engineered-to-Order manufacturing, ensuring timely delivery and optimal resource utilization while foster...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic capacity management, optimize carrier networks, and lead a dynamic team to enhance operational efficiency and foster industry collaborations ensuring a seamless transportation executio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Lead the development of a high-performing Mid-Market Solutions Engineering team, overseeing the full customer lifecycle from pre-sales to post-sales. Collaborate with Sales, Product, and Engineering t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower the organization by automating workflows and driving strategic initiatives. Leverage AI to enhance operations, connect cross-functional teams, and deliver impactful solutions in a fast-paced...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $240K *

Empower the future of mobility by leading end-to-end supply chain execution across programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure material readiness, manage risks, and drive continuous im...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$132K - $251K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance MRO&U operations, driving strategic solutions and fostering collaboration across functional groups to support global needs and optimize performance in a fast-paced envir...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $110K *

Take ownership of project execution from initiation to closure, ensuring financial success and timely delivery. Collaborate with teams, manage client expectations, control project scope, and communica...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality excellence by leading assurance and control initiatives, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and compliance wi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

Empower teams by driving technical project execution, ensuring deliverables are met through rigorous planning, cross-functional collaboration, and proactive risk management. Your expertise will enhanc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$68K - $116K *

Lead the charge in optimizing purchase order transactions by managing a dynamic team, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring exceptional service delivery while fostering a culture of continuou...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the Supply Chain Planning function, optimizing inventory flow and coordinating material logistics while ensuring production goals are met and continuous improvement is achieved across all operati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $183K *

Champion the transformation and standardization of global Forecast to Manufacture processes, collaborating with Supply Chain leaders to leverage SAP S/4HANA and digital solutions for operational excel...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of revenue operations by transforming data into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance metrics, streamline reporting, and drive strategic...

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  •   5 - 7 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.