Material Program Manager – Onsite

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. Lead the supplier management process by developing and executing strategies to mitigate risk, drive supplier performance, and optimize material flow across the program lifecycle .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $107,500 - $204,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supplier management, risk mitigation, and compliance with government regulations such as FAR/DFARS and ITAR. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and develop material program strategies to optimize supply chain performance.

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Supplier ManagementRisk MitigationFAR/DFARS ComplianceSAP/PRISM ExperienceCertified Material Program Manager

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Hard Skills

Supply Chain ManagementMaterial Program StrategiesFinancial ManagementManufacturing ProcessesMaterial Sales ForecastingMRP PlanningEAC ReportingBOE GenerationMaterial PricingRFQ Planning

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional Team LeadershipStakeholder EngagementDecision FacilitationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

SAPPRISMSupply Chain Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Material Program ManagerProgram Management Certification

Industry Keywords

DoD Top Secret Security ClearanceITAREARTINAQuality Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the supplier management process by developing and executing strategies to mitigate risk, drive supplier performance, and optimize material flow across the program lifecycle
Liaise between customers, program management, and suppliers to ensure material contract objectives for technical performance, cost, and schedule are met
Manage supplier performance and resolve supply chain issues
Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS, ITAR, offset requirements, public law, quality standards, and warranty obligations
Evaluate and refine Make/Buy and Make Where strategies
Develop material program strategies and oversee financial management of material requirements
Partner with Program Managers and cross-functional leaders to execute AOP, OTD delivery, and material coverage
Develop, coordinate, and execute program material strategies, plans, and supplier risk mitigation activities
Establish and drive material sales forecasting for assigned programs and product lines
Drive FEOTB activities related to MRP planning, material releases, EAC reporting, and related execution
Work with Program, Factory, and Supply Base teams to establish material coverage for MRP and sustainment needs
Establish manufacturing plans with Program Operations Managers and program teams to manage risks and opportunities
Collaborate with Engineering, Mission Assurance, and Supply Chain organizations to drive supplier performance, execution, and product yield
Prepare and present information for weekly and monthly management reviews
Support proposals through BOE generation, material pricing inputs, and RFQ planning and execution
Work with Procurement to manage CAPA closure for TINA requirements
Document execution insights, capture lessons learned, and contribute to repeatable process improvements
Lead cross-functional teams and stakeholder meetings, facilitate decisions, align priorities, and drive execution without direct reporting authority

Requirements

What you’ll need

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
Active and existing DoD Top Secret security clearance required after day 1
Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 8 years prior relevant experience in a supply chain role, or an advanced degree and 5 years prior relevant experience in a supply chain role
Prior experience leading cross-functional teams
Experience with SAP/PRISM and the Supply Chain suite of tools preferred
Experience with government regulations including FAR/DFARS, ITAR/EAR, and TINA preferred
Knowledge of manufacturing processes across the product life cycle preferred
Certified Material Program Manager, program management certification, or equivalent preferred
Experience in supplier management preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Four weeks of PTO for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program
Flexible work schedules
Flexible spending accounts
Employee Scholar Program
Paid time off and holidays
Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs; payments are not guaranteed