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 *

Transform manufacturing operations by leading teams to optimize production, ensure quality, and implement process improvements. Collaborate cross-functionally to meet targets while fostering a culture...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee regional supply chain operations, driving excellence in demand planning, logistics, and inventory management. Lead strategic initiatives to align supply chain strategies...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Join us as a strategic finance leader, driving performance and decision-making across manufacturing sites. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance profitability, optimize capital, and devel...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving financial performance across manufacturing sites. This role partners with leadership to enhance decision-making, optimize profitability, and ensure financial stewardship, wh...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Oversee financial performance across multiple manufacturing sites, driving insights and operational decision-making. Collaborate with leadership to enhance profitability, optimize working capital, and...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of strategic sourcing and supplier management by leading initiatives that enhance supplier performance, optimize value, and drive governance across the supplier lifecycle while buildi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to manage procurement activities, ensuring timely delivery of products and services while maintaining compliance with corporate policies. Lead vendor relationships and drive proces...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

$68K - $93K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing logistics operations and inventory management. Oversee staffing, training, and warehousing while ensuring compliance with company policies and enhancing team...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading distribution center operations, enhancing performance, and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective team management and process improvements. Drive safety and compl...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$117K - $206K *

Lead enterprise-wide contract administration operations, ensuring data accuracy and integrity. Drive process optimization and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance client experience and o...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform procurement strategies to ensure supply continuity and drive cost efficiencies. Lead sourcing for raw materials and packaging while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize perf...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Champion engineering excellence by leading a high-performing team to optimize equipment and system performance in a cGMP manufacturing environment, ensuring compliance and driving operational improvem...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$219K - $232K *

Join a team that's advancing early discovery programs through IND approval. Lead program management efforts, refine methodologies, and drive execution while fostering cross-functional collaboration an...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer procurement excellence by managing a skilled team, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance. Drive strategic sourcing initiatives to enhance project delivery and operational efficiency wh...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise planning and performance reporting to drive strategic insights, enhance decision-making, and foster collaboration across teams, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and op...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead the procurement strategy and project management for a multifamily portfolio, ensuring effective vendor relationships, strategic sourcing, and capital project oversight while driving continuous im...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Lead the maintenance and engineering team for a new pharmaceutical facility, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency while fostering a culture of integrity and collaboration. Drive project exec...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Elevate procurement strategies across diverse operations, driving cost efficiency and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize sourcing for materials and services, ensuring alignme...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead enterprise cybersecurity strategy and governance, ensuring risk reduction and compliance across global operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security posture, incident re...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion strategic inventory management by leading policy development, enhancing cycle counting processes, and ensuring cross-departmental alignment to uphold operational excellence and minimize obsol...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$97K - $115K *

Shape the future of supply chain management by overseeing end-to-end operations, driving improvements in inventory accuracy, and ensuring seamless order fulfillment while coordinating cross-functional...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping strategic real estate initiatives, overseeing acquisitions, dispositions, and leases. Lead a high-performing team while ensuring compliance and fostering collaboration acros...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $105K *

Engage in project management to oversee development from quotation to manufacturing, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with customer requirements while collaborating with internal and external t...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $113K *

Lead the finance department by providing strategic oversight and hands-on management of financial operations, ensuring compliance and supporting organizational growth through informed decision-making...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.