Director, Materials Management Jobs

Explore Director, Materials Management opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. These senior leaders guide the systems and teams responsible for sourcing, purchasing, inventory, and the flow of materials across an organization.

What Does a Director of Materials Management Do?

Directors of materials management develop strategies to ensure the right materials are available at the right time and cost. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include procurement, supplier relationships, demand planning, inventory control, warehousing, and coordination with manufacturing, finance, and operations teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek leaders with experience in supply chain or operations management, strong analytical and financial skills, and a record of improving service levels while controlling costs. Knowledge of ERP and inventory planning systems, supplier negotiations, forecasting, risk management, and process improvement can also be valuable. Requirements vary by industry and employer.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Director-level materials management roles are available across industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, distribution, and technology. Scope and compensation depend on factors including company size, location, industry, and the breadth of the role. Browse Ladders for vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more and compare positions that fit your leadership experience.

Find Director, Materials Management Jobs on Ladders

Search current openings, review role requirements, and identify opportunities aligned with your expertise in procurement, inventory, and supply chain leadership. Ladders focuses on professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more.

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$110K - $130K *

Champion growth by leading M&A strategies, evaluating acquisition opportunities, and integrating targets within the industrial distribution sector. Collaborate across functions to drive profitable out...

Houston, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $150K *

Lead contract management initiatives by drafting, negotiating, and overseeing agreements while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and support strategic legal operations in...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$71K - $96K *

Optimize technical documentation processes for the Solid Rocket Motor program, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with engineering teams to gather data, maintain product information, and pr...

Huntsville, ALRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $175K *

Transform healthcare technology by leading digital innovation, data management, and AI initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance patient experience and operational performance while driving the...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$177K - $283K *

Unlock potential by leading pharmacokinetic modeling for early-stage drug development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $225K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of innovative project management, collaborating with scientists and engineers to drive complex client engagements. Your expertise will ensure successful delivery an...

Redwood City, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Empower project success by managing financial coordination, stakeholder relationships, and full-lifecycle oversight. Drive effective communication and risk management while adapting to changing priori...

St. Louis, MORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Innovate training solutions for Field Reimbursement Managers to enhance patient access and compliance. Lead strategy development, implement programs, and collaborate across teams to ensure exceptional...

South Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $170K *

Champion EHS initiatives across multiple operations, ensuring compliance and risk reduction. Collaborate with local leaders to enhance EHS capabilities, deliver audits, and provide proactive support f...

Perth Amboy, NJRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$93K - $156K *

Engage in the end-to-end delivery of complex laboratory projects, ensuring high-quality execution and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders while adapting to dynamic environme...

Boston, MARemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Transform the energy landscape by leading strategic consulting engagements for utilities. Drive impactful solutions in decarbonization, grid modernization, and customer transformation while mentoring...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading complex water treatment projects. As a Project Manager, you'll guide a skilled team, ensuring project success from initiation to completion while maintaining quality...

Oakville, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$195K - $325K *

Elevate the Risk & Compliance strategy for R&D, leading a team to foster a risk-aware culture, manage budgets, and engage with stakeholders to ensure effective cyber risk management across GSK's resea...

Philadelphia, PARemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$111K - $152K *

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RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of datacenter procurement by driving strategies for critical infrastructure, leading negotiations, and partnering cross-functionally to ensure seamless project execution and cost-effe...

San Jose, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$178K - $367K *

Elevate organizational effectiveness by serving as a strategic partner to senior leadership, driving clarity and accountability across cross-functional initiatives, and translating complex challenges...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$86K - $138K *

Innovate product strategies for Provider Data, enhancing accuracy and interoperability. Collaborate across teams to drive roadmap initiatives, streamline processes, and ensure compliance while treatin...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$133K - $213K *

Lead the charge in engaging key opinion leaders and healthcare providers, delivering scientific insights and fostering collaboration within the immunology and dermatology fields to enhance clinical pr...

Raleigh, NCRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $193K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing clinical research pre-award activities, ensuring compliance and financial feasibility while managing a diverse portfolio of high-risk studies and col...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Champion growth strategies across HHS, leveraging deep market knowledge and relationships to drive business development, capture, and delivery in a dynamic federal health environment...

Washington, DCRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $200K *

Lead cross-functional integration of data, analytics, evaluation, and governance to enhance healthcare AI products. Drive roadmap ownership, optimize workflows, ensure data quality, and foster collabo...

Palo Alto, CARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Elevate sourcing efficiency by leading a national procurement team, managing supplier relations, and driving strategic initiatives that enhance compliance and performance across a diverse healthcare c...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$164K - $240K *

Lead global procurement initiatives, optimizing sourcing strategies and cost structures to ensure high-quality products at competitive prices, while enhancing supply chain efficiencies and aligning wi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$88K - $126K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple healthcare projects, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to drive project success while adhering to budget and scope cons...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the advancement of Virtual Design standards and workflows, collaborating across teams to enhance project delivery. Provide training and support while evaluating emerging technologies to optimize...

West Des Moines, IARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Materials Management do?question toggle

    A Director of Materials Management oversees strategies and operations related to sourcing, purchasing, inventory, and material availability. The role often includes supplier management, demand planning, cost control, and collaboration with other business functions.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Director, Materials Management jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for relevant supply chain, procurement, or operations leadership experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and familiarity with inventory or ERP systems. Specific education and experience requirements vary by employer and industry.

  • Where do Directors of Materials Management work?question toggle

    These leaders work in a range of sectors, including manufacturing, healthcare, distribution, and technology, wherever organizations manage significant purchasing, inventory, or material flows.

  • How can I find Director, Materials Management jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Director, Materials Management openings and review listings for salary information, responsibilities, and qualifications. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.