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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$46K - $128K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing production flow and material management. Leverage your expertise in manufacturing and supply chain to enhance efficiency, solve problems, and drive continuou...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$93K - $157K *

Join a team that's driving asset management excellence in power generation. Lead multi-site inspection programs, enhance client partnerships, and ensure quality execution while managing budgets, sched...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$134K - $198K *

Oversee the execution of complex, multi-disciplinary programs, driving strategic planning and cross-functional team leadership to ensure successful delivery and organizational growth in a dynamic aero...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$96K - $132K *

Lead the charge in managing new product transitions and continuous improvement projects within ALD Manufacturing Engineering, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and efficiency...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $144K *

Transform your career by managing impactful product demonstrations, coordinating efforts across teams to ensure technical accuracy and compliance in showcasing innovative defense solutions to diverse...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Partner with us to lead complex Modular Data Center programs, ensuring seamless integration across teams and driving execution from planning through production. Your expertise will be crucial in manag...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by serving as a key coordinator and analyst, providing expert support to the Program Management Office. Drive project success through strategic logistics planning and problem-solving...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $140K *

Contribute to a dynamic team by translating client needs into clear product requirements. Play a key role in bridging product and implementation efforts, prototyping solutions, and ensuring successful...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $140K *

Transform client needs into clear product requirements. Collaborate across teams to define workflows, prototype solutions, and enhance agent behavior during platform rollouts while promoting structure...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$232K - $348K *

Shape the future of semiconductor supply chains by leading program management from inception to production. Drive strategic initiatives, build high-performing teams, and ensure timely delivery for hyp...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $200K *

Elevate your career by leading critical cybersecurity programs, ensuring precise execution and delivery in a classified IT environment. Collaborate with technical teams to manage schedules, costs, and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$170K - $190K *

Manage enterprise-wide Identity and Access Management initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams while ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory compliance. Drive project execution...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$224K - $336K *

Transform the F-35 program by leading integrated teams to ensure on-time, high-quality product delivery while managing costs and schedules. Drive continuous improvement and foster a collaborative envi...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $119K *

Unlock potential by driving operational excellence and product management best practices. Collaborate across teams to enhance AI capabilities and streamline product lifecycle processes, ensuring effec...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $119K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence by governing product lifecycle standards, translating business needs into actionable specifications, and supporting AI-enabled solutions for continuous improv...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $119K *

Unlock potential by driving operational excellence and product management best practices. Collaborate across teams to support AI solutions, enhance product lifecycle governance, and translate operatio...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$178K - $331K *

Pioneer innovative engineering solutions while managing complex aerospace projects. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product design, ensure compliance, and lead technical developments in a dy...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$84K - $134K *

Drive materials management initiatives by leading planning, inventory control, and logistics across multiple manufacturing sites. Ensure material availability, optimize working capital, and enhance su...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead and optimize program delivery at a premier training complex, ensuring quality control, risk management, and effective communication with stakeholders. Drive mission analysis and manage P&L for su...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$65K - $121K *

Champion a high-performing manufacturing team to enhance schedule adherence, quality, and safety. Drive efficiencies across multiple functional areas while fostering a positive work culture and managi...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $91K *

Lead project execution and monitoring to enhance in-flight experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet technical, cost, and quality goals while identifying risks and recommending solu...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead and enhance our analytics efforts by managing a skilled team while driving the implementation of business intelligence solutions to optimize Epic EHR usability and performance across diverse appl...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $93K *

Optimize project execution for Non-System Orders, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with specifications. Collaborate across teams to manage risks, resolve issues, and maintain alignment with cus...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $269K *

Transform the future of defense by leading a team of Systems Engineers in managing the FBM Ground Test Program, ensuring successful pre-production and deployment system testing while collaborating acr...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $239K *

Lead the operational setup of new business initiatives, managing projects from inception to production. Collaborate with teams to ensure productivity, quality, and client satisfaction while overseeing...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 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.