Material Program Managers coordinate the materials, suppliers, schedules, and cross-functional teams needed to deliver complex products and programs. They help organizations balance cost, quality, availability, and timelines across the supply chain. Explore vetted Material Program Manager opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.
These professionals oversee material planning and execution throughout a program lifecycle. Typical responsibilities include forecasting demand, monitoring inventory and supply risks, coordinating procurement and production teams, managing supplier performance, and communicating schedule or availability issues to stakeholders. The role often involves using data and planning systems to identify constraints and keep deliverables on track.
Employers commonly seek experience in program management, materials planning, supply chain operations, procurement, or manufacturing. Useful capabilities include analytical problem-solving, project planning, risk management, supplier communication, and familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) and material requirements planning (MRP) systems. Requirements vary by industry and seniority; some positions favor a technical or business degree and experience leading cross-functional initiatives.
Material Program Managers work across industries such as aerospace, defense, electronics, automotive, medical devices, and advanced manufacturing. Depending on experience, they may advance into senior program management, supply chain leadership, operations management, or procurement roles. Browse Ladders to find vetted openings with salaries of $100,000 or more and identify opportunities that fit your experience and career goals.
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Lead and execute material program strategies, ensuring effective supply chain management and collaboration across teams to meet program objectives and enhance operational efficiency...
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Lead the charge in material program management, creating strategies and executing plans for procurement and supplier relations to ensure seamless contract delivery in a dynamic environment. Collaborat...
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Champion the execution of materials management for a crucial program, optimizing cost, schedule, and quality while managing supplier performance and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive cross-f...
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Accelerate progress at the forefront of defense technology by managing material programs for the Next Generation AIM-9X. Lead supply chain strategies, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensu...
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Drive supply chain excellence as a Material Program Manager, overseeing material forecasting, budgets, and supplier performance to ensure program success in production and sustainment contracts...
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Help us lead a space program as a Material Program Manager, optimizing supply chain strategies and managing supplier engagements to achieve program objectives while collaborating with cross-functional...
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Optimize material flow and supply chain practices while ensuring program alignment and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive program performance from inception...
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Join a team that's driving innovation in material management for cutting-edge technology development, overseeing supply chain activities and collaborating with engineering and suppliers to meet evolvi...
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Manage supplier performance and engagement for advanced technology programs, ensuring alignment with quality, schedule, and budget goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements...
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Join a team that's driving innovation in supply chain and program management. As a Material Program Manager, you'll ensure supplier performance aligns with program goals, collaborating across function...
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Operations Program Manager - L5
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Drive operational excellence by managing high-profile manufacturing projects, ensuring accountability in quality, cost, and schedule while leading a team to implement innovative production strategies...
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What is a Material Program Manager?
A Material Program Manager coordinates material availability, suppliers, schedules, and related teams to support program delivery while balancing cost, quality, and supply risks.
What does a Material Program Manager do day to day?
Daily work may include reviewing forecasts and inventory, tracking supplier commitments, resolving shortages, coordinating with procurement and production teams, and reporting risks or schedule changes.
What qualifications are common for Material Program Manager jobs?
Employers often look for program management or supply chain experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and familiarity with ERP or MRP tools. Specific education and experience requirements vary by employer and industry.
Where do Material Program Managers work?
They work in industries with complex production and supply chains, including aerospace, defense, electronics, automotive, medical devices, and advanced manufacturing.
How can I find Material Program Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Use Ladders to explore vetted professional openings with salaries of $100,000 or more, and review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.