Supplier Program Manager Jobs

Discover Supplier Program Manager opportunities for experienced professionals who coordinate strategic supplier relationships and help deliver complex programs. These roles bring together supplier management, operations, procurement, engineering, and business teams to keep initiatives on schedule, within budget, and aligned with organizational goals. Browse vetted openings paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Supplier Program Manager Do?

Supplier Program Managers oversee programs that depend on external vendors, manufacturers, or service providers. They establish operating plans, coordinate milestones, monitor risks and performance, resolve issues, and communicate progress to internal stakeholders and supplier partners. Depending on the company and industry, the role may support product launches, supply chain improvements, technology implementations, or long-term supplier partnerships.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek program leadership, supplier relationship management, negotiation, project planning, and strong communication skills. Candidates may also benefit from experience with procurement, supply chain operations, quality management, budgeting, data analysis, and risk mitigation. The ability to influence cross-functional teams and turn business priorities into measurable execution plans is especially valuable.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Supplier Program Manager positions are available across industries such as technology, manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and consumer goods. Senior roles may involve larger supplier portfolios, global operations, strategic sourcing, or leadership of multiple programs. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find roles that match their skills and career goals.

Find Supplier Program Manager Jobs on Ladders

Explore current Supplier Program Manager openings and compare opportunities by industry, responsibilities, and seniority. Build a focused search around your experience in supplier performance, program execution, and cross-functional leadership to find your next high-paying role.

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$80K - $100K *

Transform your career by managing program budgets, enhancing workflows, and ensuring financial accuracy. Collaborate across teams to drive efficiency and support sustainability initiatives in a dynami...

Newark, NJRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$148K - $201K *

Transform the logistics landscape by leading innovative solutions in fulfillment centers. Drive complex projects from concept to deployment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance automa...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$116K - $237K *

Shape the future of supply chain management by driving demand planning and product setup. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize forecasts, mitigate risks, and enhance operational efficie...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$116K - $237K *

Transform demand planning by leading product setup, forecasting, and collaboration across teams. Drive proactive decision-making through data insights and ensure alignment between supply chain and pro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$116K - $237K *

Lead demand planning and supply chain analytics to optimize product forecasting and inventory management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align production and capacity planning with market...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$116K - $237K *

Lead the charge in optimizing demand planning and supply chain strategies, collaborating across teams to enhance product forecasting and inventory management, while driving continuous improvement in s...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $100K *

Optimize program management by developing financial reports, tracking budgets, and enhancing workflows. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and improve operational efficiency while supportin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $145K *

Pioneer supply chain efficiency by leading and optimizing complex projects across teams. Drive stakeholder collaboration to ensure sustainable solutions while managing resources and timelines for effe...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$208K - $312K *

Join us to lead and optimize procurement strategies for Electronics and FC/RM across North America. Drive team performance, manage supplier relationships, and enhance supply chain resilience while ali...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$74K - $129K *

Drive end-to-end financial automation and compliance programs, ensuring operational readiness across customs finance operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance billing infrastructu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$135K - $180K *

Drive success in Energy Storage by managing integrated supply chain programs, coordinating across teams, tracking milestones, and mitigating risks to ensure material readiness for new product launches...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$61K - $108K *

Drive procurement excellence by executing FF&E strategies that enhance vendor relationships, optimize costs, and deliver projects on time and under budget, all while collaborating across departments t...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$74K - $94K *

Manage vendor relationships and oversee production timelines to ensure timely delivery of quality products. Lead a team in sourcing, logistics, and compliance while proactively solving issues to meet...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Empower the future of procurement by leading strategic sourcing and vendor management. Collaborate across teams to enhance processes, drive savings, and build trusted partnerships, ensuring optimal va...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Transform procurement strategies while leading sourcing efforts in Chemicals, API, Sterilization, and Resin categories, ensuring cost efficiency, supply stability, and enhanced supplier performance fo...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Empower strategic sourcing and category management to enhance supplier performance, mitigate risks, and drive value across the aerospace and defense supply chain while collaborating with diverse stake...

Virginia, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $88K *

Champion operational excellence by leading swing shift Assembly and Test teams. Drive production efficiency, ensure quality standards, and foster employee development in a dynamic manufacturing enviro...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Advance quality assurance by managing supplier relationships and ensuring compliance with standards. Drive project management initiatives to enhance production readiness and mitigate risks, contributi...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $126K *

Oversee and optimize MRO inventory management, ensuring effective supply chain operations. Lead a team to coordinate material movements, enhance processes, and communicate with stakeholders to meet pl...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$140K - $190K *

Champion cross-functional program management strategies while leading a team of experts to drive innovation in wearable technology. Oversee product development, ensuring alignment with business goals...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to lead program launches from concept to production. Leverage your expertise in open issues, timeline, PDT, and financial management to drive successful outcomes in automotive proj...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $147K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing strategic sourcing initiatives for the Fruit Preparation Category, ensuring alignment with business goals and driving supplier performance through effective...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Oversee global sourcing strategies for electrical commodities, ensuring supplier performance, cost efficiency, and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product development and m...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $212K *

Optimize subcontract management by leading compliance, governance, and transformation initiatives in a dynamic aerospace and defense environment. Drive organizational growth through strategic planning...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $212K *

Advance your career by leading subcontract management in a dynamic aerospace and defense environment. Drive compliance, enhance team capabilities, and implement strategic processes to support signific...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Supplier Program Manager do?question toggle

    A Supplier Program Manager coordinates programs involving external suppliers, aligning schedules, deliverables, performance, and risk management with the needs of internal teams and business objectives.

  • What qualifications are common for Supplier Program Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for experience in program or project management, supplier relationships, procurement or supply chain operations, negotiation, budgeting, and cross-functional communication. Requirements vary by industry and role.

  • Which industries hire Supplier Program Managers?question toggle

    Common industries include technology, manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and consumer goods, particularly where supplier performance is important to product or service delivery.

  • How much do Supplier Program Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies by industry, location, experience, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • What skills help Supplier Program Managers succeed?question toggle

    Successful professionals typically combine program planning, supplier relationship management, communication, negotiation, analytical thinking, risk mitigation, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams.