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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$76K - $100K *

Elevate your career by leading program management for critical ICBM systems. Serve as a key advisor, ensuring strategic alignment, risk management, and effective integration of software solutions. Dri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$76K - $100K *

Join an innovative team as you lead acquisition IPTs to enhance nuclear systems integration. Drive program excellence and facilitate collaboration across diverse teams to achieve mission success in nu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$143K - $187K *

Accelerate acquisition strategies and program management for Air Force projects. Collaborate with leadership and stakeholders to ensure compliance and effective execution of operational capabilities i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $195K *

Lead the charge in managing federal IT projects, ensuring technical delivery and P&L oversight. Collaborate with teams to enhance cybersecurity practices and deliver high-quality results while interfa...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Empower the Department of the Air Force by managing contractor performance, coordinating tasks, and ensuring alignment with strategic priorities. Lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver quality suppo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $160K *

Join a team that's leading strategic defense programs, ensuring compliance and effective execution of the acquisition process with a focus on stakeholder communication and innovative planning...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing program execution, driving team success, and ensuring financial objectives are met. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver projects on time and with...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to provide project management support for innovative Battle Management programs. Collaborate with stakeholders, ensure project goals are met, and contribute to technical guidance i...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $98K *

Transform operations by leading complex projects, ensuring on-time delivery, and enhancing profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop manufacturing plans and maintain high stand...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $165K *

Tackle complex regulatory challenges by leading cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and alignment with external pressures impacting product strategies. Drive process optimization and enhance c...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $225K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of advanced manufacturing by leading complex programs and client relationships. Drive strategic initiatives across semiconductor and data center projects while en...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$185K - $225K *

Lead the charge in managing complex programs for Advanced Manufacturing clients, overseeing interconnected projects across semiconductor and data center environments while driving client relationships...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$185K - $225K *

Drive complex programs in Advanced Manufacturing, overseeing interconnected projects across semiconductor and data center environments. Lead multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$185K - $225K *

Champion the execution of complex programs in advanced manufacturing, overseeing interconnected projects while driving client relationships and business growth. Leverage technical expertise and leader...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $182K *

Lead the charge in developing and commercializing innovative industrial printing solutions. Drive cross-functional collaboration, manage complex projects, and ensure successful product lifecycle progr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $182K *

Lead the charge in developing and commercializing innovative industrial printing solutions, driving cross-functional collaboration and program execution from concept to customer deployment while ensur...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $251K *

Join us to lead complex, classified communication systems programs, ensuring successful delivery against technical, cost, and schedule objectives while managing multidisciplinary teams and customer re...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $155K *

Elevate product development by leading technical execution and integration efforts. Collaborate across engineering teams to ensure alignment and efficiency in lab-based projects, driving innovation wi...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $218K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive complex semiconductor product development from concept to production, ensuring timely delivery of milestones and alignment with business objectives...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $295K *

Lead a high-performing team of Program Managers to drive complex, cross-functional programs, ensuring effective execution and alignment with organizational priorities while fostering a collaborative c...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$166K - $309K *

Champion program success by leading cross-functional teams to achieve critical objectives, ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction while managing cost and technical performance in a dynamic...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that drives business transformation through effective project management, process optimization, and stakeholder collaboration to enhance operational performance and deliver sustainable sol...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$114K - $172K *

Champion the management of E-2D Fleet Sustainment programs, overseeing cost, schedule, and performance while leading cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements and drive business success wit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $260K *

Drive the development and delivery of sodium-ion energy storage systems, overseeing multi-functional teams, ensuring effective risk management, and aligning product strategies with technical execution...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform public agency operations by leading product strategy and execution for a cutting-edge asset management platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features that en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.