Material Program Manager Jobs

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.

What Does a Material Program Manager Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Opportunities

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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$73K - $105K *

Drive customer success by managing projects with high autonomy and strategic insight. Oversee production processes, ensure compliance with quality standards, and negotiate with stakeholders to optimiz...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$225K - $275K *

Lead a high-performing technical team focused on delivering IT support services, ensuring alignment with client expectations through strategic planning, performance management, and continuous improvem...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $275K *

Accelerate progress at a leading technical organization by driving service delivery, managing operational excellence, and enhancing workforce capabilities to align with strategic business goals and en...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Tackle complex technical programs by leading cross-functional teams, driving execution from strategy to launch, and ensuring alignment across global engineering and product leaders for impactful outco...

San Diego, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $212K *

Lead complex projects from inception to execution, ensuring alignment across teams and delivering on time and within budget. Utilize project management tools to drive performance and provide technical...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading impactful SaaS implementations, driving client success and adoption. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget, while enh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Lead cross-functional development efforts in semiconductor production, ensuring timely delivery and integration of hardware projects, while fostering collaboration among engineering teams and managing...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$73K - $174K *

Drive successful program outcomes by leading cross-functional teams in planning, execution, and delivery. Partner with stakeholders to mitigate risks and ensure alignment throughout the project lifecy...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in executing complex aerospace programs for commercial clients, ensuring alignment across disciplines. You'll manage stakeholder relationships and oversee projects from proposal to dep...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in commercial space and aerospace. Lead cross-functional efforts, managing complex software delivery while engaging with diverse stakeholders to ensure project su...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Manage cross-functional execution for aerospace clients, ensuring seamless delivery from proposal to deployment. Collaborate with product and engineering teams while balancing customer needs and techn...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing customer satisfaction through strategic program management. Drive project success by translating priorities into actionable plans, ensuring high-quality delivery and align...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead project management for international defense programs, ensuring effective logistics and technical support while collaborating with global stakeholders to drive project succ...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Engage in project management for international defense programs, ensuring seamless logistics and technical support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success, enhance customer s...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Lead project management efforts for international sustainment programs, ensuring effective coordination among teams and stakeholders. Drive operational success through data analysis, risk management...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Champion project execution and sustainment for international defense programs, ensuring effective collaboration across teams. Drive operational success through data analysis, risk management, and cust...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Empower project success by leading cross-functional teams in delivering logistics and technical support for international defense programs. Drive operational excellence and ensure compliance while fos...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Tackle complex customer program management by ensuring timely delivery and alignment across teams. Lead cross-functional collaborations, drive risk management, and enhance customer satisfaction throug...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion the management of federal contracts, ensuring compliance, performance, and stakeholder engagement across multiple initiatives while leading a dedicated team to achieve project goals...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion a proactive approach to managing federal contracts, ensuring compliance and performance across multiple initiatives while engaging stakeholders and leading teams to success...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in acquisition program management, supporting critical air armament systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective execution across the DoD acquisition lifecycle...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $225K *

Deliver innovative solutions by supporting program management in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage finances, and lead projects to enhance program growth while ensuring timel...

1 week ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving the execution of complex, enterprise-level programs. Lead cross-functional integration, ensuring alignment with cost, schedule, and performance targets while fostering a cul...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$184K - $276K *

Advance your career by leading R&D programs that meet customer needs, manage cross-functional teams, and drive project success from inception to completion while ensuring compliance with contractual o...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $251K *

Transform operational performance by leading cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality product delivery on time and within budget. Drive disciplined execution throughout the product lifecycle whil...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Material Program Manager?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.