Materials Program Manager

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The Materials Program Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and controlling material requirements to support production, engineering programs, and customer demand. This role serves as the key interface between engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, suppliers, and program management to ensure material availability, cost control, and schedule adherence throughout the product lifecycle.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Program & Materials Planning
• Develop and manage material plans aligned with program schedules, production ramps, and engineering changes
• Ensure timely availability of raw materials, components, and assemblies to meet build requirements
• Monitor material demand, shortages, excess, and obsolescence risks
Cross-Functional Coordination
• Act as the primary materials focal point for assigned programs
• Collaborate with Engineering on BOM accuracy, part substitutions, and ECO/MCO implementation
• Work closely with Purchasing and Manufacturing to resolve material constraints
Supplier & Inventory Management
• Support supplier readiness, capacity planning, and lead-time alignment
• Track and mitigate supplier risks impacting program schedules
• Manage inventory levels to balance continuity of supply and cost efficiency
Cost & Schedule Control
• Analyze material cost impacts, variances, and opportunities for cost reduction
• Support program cost reviews and material budget forecasting
• Identify and drive actions to minimize expediting, premium freight, and excess inventory
Data Analysis & Reporting
• Maintain accurate material data in ERP/MRP systems
• Prepare material status reports, shortage reports, and risk assessments for program reviews
• Use data tools (Excel, Power BI, etc.) to analyze trends and support decision-making
Continuous Improvement
• Identify process gaps and lead initiatives to improve material planning, forecasting, and execution
• Support standardization of material planning processes across programs