Xometry
Director, Sourcing Strategy & Operations
Lexington, KY. Posted 22 days ago
The role
You will lead the US domestic sourcing team across CNC Machining, Additive Manufacturing, and Sheet & Tube Fabrication. You will drive sourcing strategy, operations, and AI-powered matching to grow Xometry's marketplace margins.
What you will do
- Lead a team of 20+ sourcing specialists and managers to hit sourcing margin and efficiency targets
- Define and monitor KPIs across the order placement to delivery funnel and redesign sourcing workflows
- Define and execute sourcing technology and operations strategy across all manufacturing verticals
- Lead collaboration with technology teams to enhance AI-powered matching algorithms
- Provide input to pricing, partner, and category teams on gross margin and partner performance
- Evaluate partner network performance across geographies to inform sourcing strategy
- Project manage cross-functional initiatives with product, engineering, sales, and operations
Required qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, procurement, supply chain management, or marketplace operations with exposure to technology implementation
- Understanding of manufacturing processes, technologies, and industry dynamics
- Experience leveraging data analytics and AI to drive strategic business decisions
- Demonstrated success working across organizations to implement complex initiatives
- Ability to create and articulate long-term strategies while delivering short-term results
Nice to have
- Consulting experience
- MBA or equivalent
Before you apply
- For US based roles, Xometry participates in E-Verify and requests Form I-9 information after a job offer is accepted
About the company
Xometry (NASDAQ: XMTR) runs a digital marketplace connecting manufacturers with buyers, including Fortune 1000 companies. It uses an AI-powered platform in the custom manufacturing industry.