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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$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading technology-driven manufacturing projects. Drive complex initiatives from concept to delivery, ensuring quality and profitability while collaborating with cross-functiona...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in executing trade-related projects, ensuring seamless collaboration between customers, internal teams, and manufacturing partners while maintaining quality standards and profitability...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving financial performance and operational excellence in manufacturing. Lead strategic decision-making, partner with plant leadership, and foster a culture of continuous improvem...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead financial strategy and performance for a manufacturing site, driving operational excellence and strategic decision-making. Collaborate with plant leadership to enhance productivity, cost efficien...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion the delivery of enterprise IT services for the U.S. Army, leading a multidisciplinary team to enhance cybersecurity, cloud solutions, and IT operations while ensuring compliance with DoD stan...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $202K *

Lead the product strategy and lifecycle for self-service offerings, driving development and enhancing customer experience through data-driven decisions and cross-functional collaboration to deliver hi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$101K - $168K *

Lead the charge in enhancing supplier quality standards and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement effective quality programs, manage audits, and drive continuous improvemen...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $119K *

Elevate supply chain efficiency by leading a dynamic team in materials planning, ensuring timely production and customer satisfaction while driving continuous improvement in an aerospace environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $124K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee new program launches and APQP activities, ensuring compliance with engineering deliverables and customer expectations while managing cross-functional teams and project t...

Cambridge, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading supply chain strategies and processes to enhance operational excellence and drive business growth in a dynamic manufacturing environment...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape your career by leading strategic sourcing and supplier management for critical production and operations categories. Drive cost savings, optimize supplier performance, and ensure operational con...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Drive global supply chain excellence for cutting-edge hardware products, overseeing end-to-end programs from sourcing to manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely deliver...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of IT project management by leading complex programs that drive strategic goals. Utilize your expertise to coordinate multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and compliance while...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Drive success by managing vendor relationships and initiatives onsite, ensuring clear communication and alignment between teams. Oversee project milestones, training, and performance monitoring to enh...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$82K - $114K *

Drive impactful category management by optimizing sourcing strategies, enhancing supplier relationships, and leading cross-functional projects. Collaborate to create sustainable value and navigate com...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$147K - $200K *

Tackle strategic sourcing efforts by collaborating with cross-functional teams, enhancing supplier performance, and driving cost reductions to meet business objectives on key technology and service ag...

Reposted yesterday

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

$122K - $165K *

Lead the charge in optimizing materials management to enhance production efficiency. Oversee sourcing, inventory control, and supply chain operations while fostering a high-performance team culture to...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in logistics control tower operations, ensuring supplier readiness and data accuracy. Oversee daily reviews, performance reporting, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance supply...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Collaborate with us to enhance logistics control tower operations, ensuring supplier readiness and data accuracy. Lead cross-functional teams in managing performance, reporting, and continuous improve...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Drive logistics excellence by managing supplier readiness and analytics for a dedicated Control Tower. Oversee data integrity, performance reporting, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance supp...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Lead logistics control tower operations, ensuring supplier readiness and data accuracy. Manage cross-functional teams to enhance performance reporting, exception management, and operational efficiency...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Drive logistics control tower operations, ensuring supplier readiness and data accuracy. Oversee daily reviews, performance reporting, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance supply chain effici...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $140K *

Transform your career by leveraging procurement expertise in strategic sourcing and category management, focusing on software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive cost-effective...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier management, driving cost-effective methodologies, and fostering collaboration across teams to achieve procurement excellence in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$87K *

Elevate your career by managing supply chain and quality processes, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with suppliers, lead projects, and drive improvements in a dynamic environment focus...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.