Material Program Manager

Our client, a leading organization in the robotics product development sector, is seeking a Materials Program Managerto join their team. As a Materials Program Manager, you will be part of the Supply Chain and Engineering Support teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach, which will align successfully in the organization. Location: North Reading, MA Pay Range: $110 / hr on Experis W2 What's the Job? Drive end-to-end material readiness across all phases of the product lifecycle, from New Product Introduction (NPI) through beta builds and into General Availability Manage and execute the Material Readiness Report, providing visibility into material risks, lead times, supply health, and build readiness status. Lead material program governance, including ECO-to-PO change management, ensuring seamless translation of engineering changes into supply chain execution without disrupting production schedules. Develop and maintain material program mechanisms such as dashboards, trackers, and escalation frameworks to enable proactive risk mitigation. Coordinate with engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and quality teams to manage BOM maturity, resolve supply constraints, and drive root-cause corrective actions for shortages or receipt holds. What's Needed? Minimum of 5+ years of experience in material program management, supply chain, or NPI/operations within a hardware product development environment. Proficiency with BOM management across development phases, including BOM maturity tracking and build readiness assessments. Experience navigating ERP/MRP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or equivalent for procurement and supply planning. Strong cross-functional project management skills, with the ability to influence without authority across engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and quality teams. Excellent analytical skills to build and maintain dashboards, identify supply risks proactively, and communicate trade-offs effectively using data-driven insights. What's in it for me? Opportunity to work on innovative projects within a dynamic and inclusive environment. Collaborate with talented professionals across multiple disciplines to drive impactful results. Develop your expertise in supply chain and product lifecycle management. Engage in a role that values continuous improvement and proactive problem-solving. Be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to operational excellence. Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for: Medical and Prescription Drug Plans Vision Plan Health Savings Account Health Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Supplemental Life Insurance Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance Business Travel Insurance Weekly Pay #J-18808-Ljbffr Experis