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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$67K - $125K *

Oversee the development and management of integrated master schedules for key defense programs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, monitor progress, and facilitate effecti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$59K - $111K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on integrating program schedules and driving performance. Collaborate with management and clients to enhance project outcomes through effective analysis an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$59K - $111K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize program scheduling and performance. Drive integration of costs and schedules, facilitate critical path analysis, and ensure successful execution of...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$134K - $207K *

Drive cross-functional program management initiatives, ensuring successful execution from capture to delivery. Collaborate with stakeholders to align objectives, manage risks, and leverage GM's capabi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$142K - $274K *

Shape the future of cloud region health strategy by leading cross-functional teams, driving decisions, and optimizing infrastructure utilization across the Americas. Influence executive outcomes and d...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $274K *

Shape the strategy for cloud region health across the Americas, driving decisions and outcomes through cross-functional collaboration. Influence executive priorities and lead complex programs to enhan...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $274K *

Shape the strategy for cloud region health across the Americas, driving decisions and outcomes through cross-functional collaboration. Influence executive priorities and lead complex programs to enhan...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving agile execution across product and engineering teams, managing digital product launches and enhancing client value through innovative solutions. Collaborate cross-functional...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $120K *

Join us to lead SAP projects for federal clients, ensuring successful execution from initiation to closeout. You'll manage scope, schedule, and risk while driving performance and fostering stakeholder...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $165K *

Pioneer project management excellence by leading a 9-person team, ensuring timely deliverables, managing risks, and interfacing with government stakeholders to drive AI/ML program success in a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$59K - $111K *

Drive program execution by developing integrated schedules and conducting risk analyses. Collaborate with teams to ensure alignment of cost and schedule data, while providing insights for performance...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Transform the Commercial team's operations by coordinating goals across teams, driving accountability, and aligning US and EU partners to optimize processes and enhance cross-functional collaboration...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$138K - $169K *

Drive program execution and compliance while leading a multidisciplinary team to meet DoD acquisition goals. Engage with government leadership to align priorities and ensure quality management across...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional teams to ensure technical execution and compliance, managing program risks and client deliverables while serving as a liaison between stakeholders and overseeing project activiti...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by coordinating resources, managing procurement, and overseeing production schedules to optimize material flow and enhance program performance across diverse departments...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative product development by leading cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget, ensuring alignment with stakeholder objectives and enhancing overall project pe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$193K - $289K *

Lead program performance in this critical role, overseeing delivery on cost and schedule while achieving technical milestones for a pioneering space capability. Drive team collaboration and foster cus...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$193K - $289K *

Advance critical missions by leading a cross-functional team to meet program goals. Oversee all phases of the program lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery of innovative operational capabilities while c...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $143K *

Optimize laboratory operations by leading a diverse team in production control, ensuring efficient material management and compliance. Drive strategic planning and logistics integration to support mis...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $166K *

Shape the future of defense technology by leading acquisition support for critical command and control systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making capabilitie...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Support the successful execution of federal project work by managing schedules, deliverables, and communications. Ensure compliance and documentation while coordinating with technical teams and stakeh...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Advance project success by managing schedules, deliverables, and communications for federal contracts. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure compliance and timely execution while maintaining orga...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $204K *

Join a dynamic team as a Material Program Manager, overseeing multiple projects with minimal oversight. Leverage your expertise in procurement, risk management, and supplier engagement to drive progra...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K *

Engage with stakeholders to foster tailored technical solutions, leveraging analytical skills to solve complex challenges while aligning with strategic goals in the Cyber Security domain...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$202K - $303K *

Champion the planning and execution of software programs, driving alignment across teams to ensure timely delivery and successful outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage risks and optimize r...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.