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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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$85K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead operations, enhance client relations, and drive program improvements. Utilize your managerial skills to oversee daily operations and foster a positive work environment...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead operations by overseeing strategic direction, compliance, and financial results. Champion continuous improvement initiatives, manage client relationships, and drive business growth while ensuring...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead the future of AI deployments by managing end-to-end projects in high-traffic venues. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to ensure seamless installations, driving success through effecti...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$500K+*

Drive end-to-end delivery across technology streams, leading cross-functional teams to ensure alignment, transparency, and success in high-visibility projects. Collaborate with stakeholders and manage...

Edison, NJRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$500K+*

Lead the end-to-end delivery lifecycle of complex technology projects across diverse teams. Foster collaboration, ensure alignment with objectives, and drive execution while managing client relationsh...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $135K *

Elevate your career by leading analytics and strategy initiatives that drive operational excellence and strategic growth. Collaborate with senior leaders to transform complex data into actionable insi...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate product strategy and business management by leading innovation in market analysis, product development, and cross-functional collaboration to drive growth and profitability in the industrial f...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$139K - $188K *

Join a team that's redefining financial leadership in a dynamic environment. You will oversee finance for 40 sites across the West Region, driving productivity and cost initiatives while collaborating...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$94K - $162K *

Unlock potential by driving process improvements and best practices. Collaborate with teams to implement initiatives, track performance metrics, and elevate organizational efficiency across business u...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$145K - $155K *

Manage the supply chain function at the plant level, leading strategy and execution in production planning, material management, procurement, and logistics to ensure optimal operations and service lev...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Innovate finance transformation by automating workflows and integrating data systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reporting and streamline operations, ensuring a single source o...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing partner operations by managing systems, processes, and data to enhance revenue growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure accurate reporting, timely commission paym...

Markham, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$239K - $299K *

Drive the development and scaling of a comprehensive supply chain strategy, ensuring efficient management and delivery of products. Collaborate across teams to optimize performance and support rapid g...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $400K *

Tackle strategic customer implementations and enhance internal initiatives by leading full lifecycle project delivery and coordinating cross-functional teams, leveraging deep SAP expertise and enterpr...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $188K *

Lead transformative change initiatives across trading businesses, ensuring strategic alignment and effective execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product capabilities and driv...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $210K *

Optimize strategic initiatives by transforming high-stakes mandates into actionable plans. Drive execution through stakeholder engagement, financial modeling, and clear communication to ensure organiz...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Elevate the customer journey by managing tools and processes that enhance the customer experience. Lead initiatives across teams to optimize operations, drive product adoption, and ensure seamless col...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$188K - $235K *

Lead the charge in defining and driving product strategy across the Commerce domain, collaborating with teams to optimize automation and profitability through intelligent AI solutions that enhance wor...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$188K - $235K *

Champion success by defining and executing product strategy across multiple teams in global logistics. Your vision will drive cohesive solutions, optimize profitability, and empower cross-functional c...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $238K *

Lead a dynamic team in shaping cloud infrastructure solutions that enhance PayPal Credit's innovative lending products. Drive strategic initiatives, streamline operations, and collaborate across funct...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$128K - $192K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic programs that drive revenue growth and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop go-to-market strategies and manage vendor rel...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive success by leading strategic market initiatives, fostering team development, and ensuring P&L excellence in a dynamic environment. Your leadership will cultivate a vibrant workplace culture whil...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$199K - $249K *

Lead the charge in shaping technology strategy and operations for enterprise applications in Supply Chain and Manufacturing, driving modernization and AI integration to enhance productivity and decisi...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K *

Optimize project implementation and lead teams to streamline processes, ensuring quality deliverables within budget and timelines. Drive customer-oriented solutions through effective leadership and te...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $98K *

Shape the future of inventory management by ensuring accuracy and efficiency in product handling. Oversee inventory associates, optimize space utilization, and drive process improvements to enhance or...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.