Senior Materials Program Lead

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. (ESAero); San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness plans (3 options)

120 hours PTO + 40 hours holiday break

Life insurance $25,000

Job summary

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc (ESAero) is seeking an experienced Materials Program Manager to lead material planning, procurement, and logistics for large-scale manufacturing projects. You will coordinate all material flow, expediting, and supplier relations to meet tight project schedules.

This role requires 7+ years in materials management within complex manufacturing, with ERP/MRP experience (NetSuite) and strong leadership abilities. On-site work in San Luis Obispo, CA is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations, business, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in materials management, expediting, or supply chain operations supporting large manufacturing projects.
• Strong understanding of material tracking, expediting, and supplier coordination.
• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems (e.g. NetSuite) and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all material flow related to large projects, acting as an expeditor to track and ensure timely delivery of components.
• Develop and execute comprehensive material strategies that align with project timelines and production milestones.
• Monitor and expedite the movement of materials from suppliers through to delivery, proactively resolving delays or supply issues.
• Collaborate closely with project management, procurement, production, and engineering teams to align material needs with production schedules.
• Manage and continuously improve inventory control processes, ensuring materials are available without excess or shortages.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships, ensuring timely and quality material deliveries.
• Track and report key performance indicators such as material readiness, lead times, supplier performance, and project fulfillment metrics.
• Leverage ERP/MRP systems to manage material requirements and ensure real‑time visibility of inventory and delivery status.
• Lead, coach, and support a team of planners, coordinators, and warehouse staff to execute on material logistics goals.
• Support cost containment initiatives and drive process improvements in procurement and material flow.

Skills

Expediting

Materials management

Team leadership

Supplier coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations, business, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP (NetSuite)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc (ESAero) is seeking an experienced Materials Program Manager to lead material planning, procurement, and logistics for large-scale manufacturing projects. You will coordinate all material flow, expediting, and supplier relations to meet tight project schedules.

This role requires 7+ years in materials management within complex manufacturing, with ERP/MRP experience (NetSuite) and strong leadership abilities. On-site work in San Luis Obispo, CA is required.