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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$110K - $130K *

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

$107K - $204K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $172K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$63K - $111K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$166K - $220K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$181K - $262K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$163K - $236K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that drives impactful manufacturing transformations by leading cross-functional programs, engaging senior stakeholders, and ensuring effective execution in a dynamic environment. Your expe...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $213K *

Transform your career by driving strategic material management for dynamic products. Leverage your supply chain expertise in a cross-functional environment to optimize inventory, enhance readiness, an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $195K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$210K - $280K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$139K - $191K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$127K - $174K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $119K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $178K *

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Join us to lead enterprise-scale Salesforce transformation programs, managing cross-functional teams and driving stakeholder engagement. Leverage your expertise in Salesforce implementations to delive...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Drive security excellence by managing physical security operations, developing risk-based strategies, and collaborating across teams to ensure safety and compliance at multiple facilities. Lead invest...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Oversee and enhance physical security operations, ensuring safety across facilities. Develop risk-based strategies, manage security teams, and collaborate with various departments to protect assets an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $283K *

Lead program management for hardware/software integration, ensuring timely delivery and quality in vehicle software validation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Transform national security efforts as a key Mission Integrator, enhancing NRO capabilities through strategic outreach, collaboration, and technical support to Joint Staff and Warfighter leadership at...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.