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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$90K - $110K *

Lead program launches for automotive projects from concept to production. Oversee timelines, manage resources, and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution while meeting custom...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$178K - $241K *

Partner with us to lead program management efforts, ensuring compliance and performance across missile defense projects. Oversee resources, schedules, and stakeholder engagement to drive successful ou...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of program management and cloud governance, leading multi-cloud initiatives while ensuring quality, staffing, and client relationships across diverse task areas. Collaborate with techni...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive execution across complex robotics programs, ensuring alignment and quality across hardware, software, and AI teams. Collaborate with product leadership to translate priorities into actionable pl...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Drive project excellence in data center operations through effective lifecycle management, ensuring safety, quality, and fiscal responsibility while fostering cross-functional collaboration and innova...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Champion the execution of complex Navy training programs, leveraging leadership and expertise to deliver high-quality results in fast-paced environments while managing diverse teams and ensuring missi...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $170K *

Unlock your potential as a Program Manager, leading Navy training systems programs while ensuring high-quality execution and effective team management in a fast-paced environment. Drive excellence and...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the success of a critical DOD proposal by managing supply chain efforts, overseeing subcontractor relationships, and ensuring effective risk mitigation while collaborating with engineering teams...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$159K - $266K *

Lead complex capital projects, ensuring compliance, budget management, and timely delivery through cross-functional collaboration and strategic stakeholder engagement. Drive continuous improvement in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in executing programs that align with business goals, overseeing the lifecycle from planning to execution while managing cross-functional teams and fostering customer relationships to...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$250K *

Transform enterprise IT capabilities by assisting in the leadership of a multi-disciplinary team overseeing large-scale projects, ensuring alignment and execution of innovative solutions in a fast-pac...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at executing complex semiconductor technology programs from planning to delivery. Serve as the key accountability link among teams, customers, and stakeholders to drive projects fo...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Advance your career by leading the planning cycle for product and engineering teams. Ensure commitments are met, manage delivery forecasts, and maintain clear communication across teams to support mis...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Create and lead complex semiconductor technology programs from planning through delivery, ensuring seamless collaboration among internal teams, customers, and vendors while driving project success and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead and manage FOIA Processing Support Services, ensuring compliance, quality, and timely delivery. Oversee operations, staff performance, and maintain communication with government representatives t...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate product management by overseeing RF-based technologies throughout their lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive development, production, and sustainment for precision wea...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Transform defense acquisition strategies by leading high-priority technology integration efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, optimize performance, and deliver integr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$206K - $232K *

Lead the end-to-end planning of propulsion systems development, ensuring seamless integration across teams, managing timelines, and driving production while maintaining clear communication with stakeh...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $220K *

Lead the charge in developing a new internal product organization, driving cross-functional collaboration to innovate and manage product development from concept to production in a regulated aerospace...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex Defence & Security projects, ensuring successful execution from initiation to completion while meeting contractual, operational, and financial objectives...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Empower the future of program management by overseeing contractor operations, ensuring compliance, and driving performance improvements while acting as the Program Manager when needed. Lead a team to...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in product innovation by managing the full lifecycle from ideation to launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical and business goals, ensuring successful product...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Drive successful project delivery by leading complex hardware and software implementations. Collaborate with stakeholders and internal teams to ensure alignment, risk management, and quality execution...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to drive customer satisfaction and profitability for smaller accounts. Utilize your expertise in contract management, forecasting, and relationship building to achieve business objecti...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer innovative education programs, enhancing academic partnerships and lesson plans. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to support strategic deterrence and global operations, ensuring missio...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.