Strategic Materials Program Lead - Aerospace Manufacturing

esaero; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness plans

PTO 120 hours + holidays

Life insurance $25,000

Retirement 401(k) with company match

HSA

Job summary

ESAero seeks an experienced Materials Program Manager to lead material planning, procurement, and logistics for large-scale manufacturing projects. You will coordinate with project management, procurement, production, and engineering to ensure on-time material readiness, optimize inventory, and strengthen supplier performance.

The role requires 7+ years in materials management, expediting, or supply chain operations, with ERP/MRP proficiency (NetSuite) and strong leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• 7+ years of experience in materials management, expediting, or supply chain operations for large manufacturing projects.
• Strong understanding of material tracking, expediting, and supplier coordination.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (NetSuite) and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for material flow on large projects, expediting to ensure timely delivery.
• Develop and execute comprehensive material strategies aligned with project timelines and milestones.
• Monitor and expedite material movement from suppliers to delivery, resolving delays proactively.
• Collaborate with project management, procurement, production, and engineering to align material needs with schedules.
• Manage and improve inventory control to avoid shortages or excess.
• Build and maintain vendor relationships for timely, quality deliveries.
• Track KPIs such as material readiness, lead times, supplier performance, and project fulfillment.
• Leverage ERP/MRP systems for real-time visibility of inventory and delivery status.
• Lead a team of planners, coordinators, and warehouse staff to achieve material logistics goals.
• Support cost containment and process improvements in procurement and material flow.

Skills

Materials management

Expediting

Supply chain operations

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Operations, Business, or related field

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

ESAero seeks an experienced Materials Program Manager to lead material planning, procurement, and logistics for large-scale manufacturing projects. You will coordinate with project management, procurement, production, and engineering to ensure on-time material readiness, optimize inventory, and strengthen supplier performance.

The role requires 7+ years in materials management, expediting, or supply chain operations, with ERP/MRP proficiency (NetSuite) and strong leadership abilities.