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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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$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful organizational change and communication strategies, ensuring effective governance and adoption across teams. Lead transformation initiatives, fostering collaboration and readiness whil...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion organizational change and communications, driving adoption and readiness across teams. Lead strategy, establish governance, and enhance capabilities for effective transformation initiatives w...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$169K - $270K *

Lead the strategy and execution of Visa's merchant acceptance SDKs, driving product lifecycle and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance developer experiences and ensure security across...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's transforming customer feedback into actionable insights. As a Product Operations Manager, you'll bridge departments, define product success metrics, and create clarity in a dynamic...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Accelerate progress at optimizing business processes and systems by leading initiatives that align with strategic objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and drive co...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $155K *

Contribute to the success of hygienic sensors by owning product strategy, collaborating with engineering, and driving market insights into actionable requirements. Lead product launches and manage lif...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while fostering strong client relationships and team collaboration...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering projects safely and on time. Lead from preconstruction to closeout, managing schedules, budgets, and client relationships while ensuring quality and safety s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence by leading logistics teams to enhance efficiency, safety, and quality. Drive performance through effective management and motivation, ensuring seamless coordination and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $108K *

Champion operational excellence by leading daily logistics functions, optimizing processes, and fostering high-performing teams to ensure exceptional service and efficiency in a dynamic environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$99K - $123K *

Join a team that's optimizing import operations and logistics. Oversee air and ocean import processes, manage a control tower, and lead a dedicated team to enhance efficiency and client satisfaction i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$112K - $130K *

Optimize logistics operations by leading shipping, receiving, and inventory management. Drive departmental growth and efficiency through strategic planning, team development, and continuous improvemen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving impactful technology programs within a leading asset management firm. Collaborate across functions to manage project milestones, dependencies, and stakeholder communications...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive business unit performance by leading diverse teams, ensuring compliance, and executing strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and profitability while fostering strong relationsh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $140K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Innovate with us to drive AI-enabled product strategies, collaborating across teams to translate business needs into impactful solutions. Lead the product lifecycle from vision to delivery, ensuring a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K *

Lead the charge in managing complex liability claims, ensuring strategic execution and high-quality outcomes. Oversee vendor performance, legal coordination, and stakeholder communication while drivin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Deliver operational excellence by leading project development and execution, ensuring compliance and reliability in facilities management while driving continuous improvement and effective team leader...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $124K *

Transform your career by leading contract strategy and lifecycle management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive compliance, optimize pricing, and enhance operational effectiveness while...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$185K - $300K *

Unlock potential by steering the Receivables Payment Acceptance strategy, enhancing client experiences through innovative solutions, and driving cross-functional collaboration to ensure comprehensive...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$185K - $300K *

Innovate comprehensive receivables payment solutions, guiding a dynamic team while driving strategic execution and financial performance for diverse client needs and market transformations in payment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$185K - $300K *

Drive strategic initiatives as a Product Management leader overseeing receivables solutions, enhancing client experiences and modernizing payment acceptance across various platforms for optimal portfo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving operational excellence in production management. You'll lead all aspects of manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while mentoring l...

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  •   5 - 7 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.