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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$86K - $165K *

Empower the Global Supply Chain Management by managing material strategies, forecasting, and supplier assessments, ensuring alignments with program goals while enhancing operational efficiency and sup...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading diverse project teams to deliver exceptional enterprise banking solutions. Utilize your expertise in project management to drive success, engage stakeholders, and ensu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $214K *

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $190K *

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$166K - $220K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $167K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$117K - $174K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading complex initiatives, ensuring client satisfaction, and driving team collaboration. Utilize your expertise to manage budgets, timelines, and quality whi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $167K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$88K - $105K *

Engage with customers and teams to manage program performance, ensure satisfaction, and drive account profitability while solving technical issues and fostering collaboration across departments for su...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Help us drive innovation in computing technologies by leading a Silicon Engineering team. Collaborate with internal and external partners to deliver complex projects, ensuring efficiency and effective...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$179K - $260K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $260K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $174K *

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $181K *

Execute strategic supplier management by bridging Supply Chain and Program teams. Lead materials planning for Naval Radars to achieve product delivery goals while navigating complex supplier challenge...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $229K *

Support critical business operations for a government program by leading a dynamic team. Provide strategic recommendations, enhance communication, and drive process improvements to align contractor fu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $229K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $180K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$157K - $283K *

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$102K - $154K *

Lead the charge in managing complex customer escalations, driving rapid resolutions and systemic improvements. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance workflows and customer experiences while ensuri...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive project excellence by managing multiple workstreams in a major pipeline expansion program. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure high-quality outcomes and support governance activities while m...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $203K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Transform complex technical programs into successful outcomes by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery, and fostering collaboration among engineering, product, and business partners...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.