Strategic Sourcing Manager Jobs in Virginia
Strategic Sourcing Manager jobs in Virginia are among the most active in the mid-Atlantic, concentrated in defense contracting, federal IT services, and healthcare supply chain across a wide seniority range from junior sourcing analysts stepping into their first management role through senior directors overseeing enterprise procurement. The heaviest hiring is in Northern Virginia, Richmond, and the Hampton Roads corridor, where established employers like Leidos, Booz Allen Hamilton, and Northrop Grumman maintain large procurement and supply chain operations. Contract complexity, supplier diversity compliance, and indirect category management are the most in-demand specialties across Virginia listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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DESCRIPTION
As Amazon rapidly becomes the world's largest consumer of corporate services, our Global Corporate Procurement (GCP) team in partnership with Amazon Connect is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to drive strategic sourcing and vendor-migration delivery across our multiple global telecom operators
Strategic Sourcing Specialists manage strategic sourcing engagements as a central team supporting a wide range of Amazon and subsidiary business units. In this role you will drive sourcing strategy and critically drive the resulting in optimization of voice traffic. You will coordinate directly with internal and external stakeholders on the technical steps each migration depends on, own delivery against committed dates, and bring strong business acumen to lead cost optimization initiatives.
Demonstrating a passionate commitment to procurement excellence, you will flawlessly handle and execute sourcing initiatives, communicating efficiently and effectively with stakeholders across various business units. Adept at juggling multiple priorities, you will thrive in the fast-paced, dynamic environment, contributing to both short-term tactical and long-term strategic efforts.
Does this sound like your next great challenge? If you're passionate about finding the right products, goods and services at the right time from the right suppliers, we want to hear from you.
Come join our fast-paced, innovative team and help Amazon make history in Corporate Procurement.
Apply today!
Key job responsibilities
As a Strategic Sourcing Specialist, you will support complex sourcing projects from start to finish. This will involve closely engaging with a diverse array of internal and external stakeholders to identify sourcing strategy - that balances business needs, effort, and efficiencies. You will also own the execution that follows turning approved analysis into completed carrier migrations.
- Review spend data and market trends for key indirect spend categories
- Participate in cross-functional team meetings to align on sourcing priorities and requirements
- Conduct market research and prepare RFP documents for upcoming sourcing projects
- Manage the RFP process, evaluate proposals, negotiate commercial deal terms and contracts, and create award recommendations
- Contribute to the development of category management plans
- Provide procurement analytics and insights to support data-driven decision making
- Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in strategic sourcing
- Own the readiness of every migration, driving the prerequisites (port-out approvals, migration documentation, porting-queue placement) to completion so each one is fully prepared before the migration proceeds
- Anticipate schedule risk and actively drive stakeholders to resolve dependencies
About the team
Key coverage areas: Technology (Telecom, Software, Hardware, Cybersecurity, Network) This role is embedded with the Amazon Connect telephony team through the GCP partner program, with telecom vendor sourcing and migrations as its primary focus.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS degree, or BA degree
- 3+ years of strategic sourcing experience
- Experience with spend analysis and category management across indirect spend categories
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience negotiating complex agreements with a firm understanding of legal terminology and reasoning
- Experience working in large teams or at a national/multinational organization, or experience working in a fast-paced and ambiguous environment
- Experience managing multiple projects, prioritizing, planning, and managing time
- MBA, or MS degree
- 3+ years of procurement experience
- Experience translating customer needs into business requirements
- 3+ years of in-depth experience in best-in-class procurement practices (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, etc.) ideally in Technology procurement
- Passionate self-starter with the highest integrity and ethics
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, VA, Arlington - 84,500.00 - 147,900.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
As Amazon rapidly becomes the world's largest consumer of corporate services, our Global Corporate Procurement (GCP) team in partnership with Amazon Connect is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to drive strategic sourcing and vendor-migration delivery across our multiple global telecom operators
Strategic Sourcing Specialists manage strategic sourcing engagements as a central team supporting a wide range of Amazon and subsidiary business units. In this role you will drive sourcing strategy and critically drive the resulting in optimization of voice traffic. You will coordinate directly with internal and external stakeholders on the technical steps each migration depends on, own delivery against committed dates, and bring strong business acumen to lead cost optimization initiatives.
Demonstrating a passionate commitment to procurement excellence, you will flawlessly handle and execute sourcing initiatives, communicating efficiently and effectively with stakeholders across various business units. Adept at juggling multiple priorities, you will thrive in the fast-paced, dynamic environment, contributing to both short-term tactical and long-term strategic efforts.
Does this sound like your next great challenge? If you're passionate about finding the right products, goods and services at the right time from the right suppliers, we want to hear from you.
Come join our fast-paced, innovative team and help Amazon make history in Corporate Procurement.
Apply today!
Key job responsibilities
As a Strategic Sourcing Specialist, you will support complex sourcing projects from start to finish. This will involve closely engaging with a diverse array of internal and external stakeholders to identify sourcing strategy - that balances business needs, effort, and efficiencies. You will also own the execution that follows turning approved analysis into completed carrier migrations.
- Review spend data and market trends for key indirect spend categories
- Participate in cross-functional team meetings to align on sourcing priorities and requirements
- Conduct market research and prepare RFP documents for upcoming sourcing projects
- Manage the RFP process, evaluate proposals, negotiate commercial deal terms and contracts, and create award recommendations
- Contribute to the development of category management plans
- Provide procurement analytics and insights to support data-driven decision making
- Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in strategic sourcing
- Own the readiness of every migration, driving the prerequisites (port-out approvals, migration documentation, porting-queue placement) to completion so each one is fully prepared before the migration proceeds
- Anticipate schedule risk and actively drive stakeholders to resolve dependencies
About the team
Key coverage areas: Technology (Telecom, Software, Hardware, Cybersecurity, Network) This role is embedded with the Amazon Connect telephony team through the GCP partner program, with telecom vendor sourcing and migrations as its primary focus.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS degree, or BA degree
- 3+ years of strategic sourcing experience
- Experience with spend analysis and category management across indirect spend categories
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience negotiating complex agreements with a firm understanding of legal terminology and reasoning
- Experience working in large teams or at a national/multinational organization, or experience working in a fast-paced and ambiguous environment
- Experience managing multiple projects, prioritizing, planning, and managing time
- MBA, or MS degree
- 3+ years of procurement experience
- Experience translating customer needs into business requirements
- 3+ years of in-depth experience in best-in-class procurement practices (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, etc.) ideally in Technology procurement
- Passionate self-starter with the highest integrity and ethics
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, VA, Arlington - 84,500.00 - 147,900.00 USD annually
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What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in strategic sourcing manager jobs across Virginia.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a closely related field required
- Certified Professional in Supply Management or equivalent credential strongly preferred
- Five or more years of strategic sourcing or category management experience expected
- Demonstrated experience managing federal or defense contractor procurement processes in Virginia
- Proficiency with enterprise procurement platforms such as SAP Ariba or Coupa required
- Strong negotiation skills and experience managing multi-tier supplier relationships across categories
Strategic Sourcing Manager Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a strategic sourcing manager in Virginia?
Most Virginia employers expect a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field, followed by progressive procurement experience. Virginia does not require a state-issued license for this role, but professional credentials carry real weight in the market. The Certified Professional in Supply Management designation from the Institute for Supply Management and the Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity credential are widely recognized by Virginia's large defense contractors and healthcare systems as meaningful qualifiers for management-level roles.
How much do strategic sourcing managers make in Virginia?
Strategic sourcing managers in Virginia earn a median of about $166,230 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $109,270 for the lowest 10% to over $222,230 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire strategic sourcing managers in Virginia?
Employers hiring strategic sourcing managers in Virginia right now include Amazon, HII, and VHC Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Virginia's concentration of defense primes, federal agencies, and integrated health systems means sourcing managers here frequently work across both commercial and government contract environments.
Which Virginia cities have the most strategic sourcing manager jobs?
Arlington, Vienna, and Radford account for the largest share of strategic sourcing manager openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia drives the highest volume because of its density of defense contractors and federal IT firms headquartered there, while Richmond's strong presence of healthcare systems and financial services firms generates consistent demand, and Hampton Roads reflects procurement needs tied to the region's major military installations and supporting contractors.
How can I get hired as a strategic sourcing manager in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a sourcing analyst or procurement specialist role at one of Virginia's large defense contractors or health systems, then building toward a manager title from within. Employers like Leidos, Inova Health System, and Virginia Commonwealth University Health regularly post analyst and coordinator roles that serve as direct pipelines. Earning the Certified Professional in Supply Management credential early signals seriousness and gives candidates a clear edge over applicants without formal procurement credentials when applying for that first management opportunity.
Where can I find and apply to strategic sourcing manager jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to strategic sourcing manager jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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