Sourcing Specialist

The role

This role manages complex, escalated manufacturing orders that fall outside standard automated sourcing. The specialist reviews technical drawings, coordinates with suppliers and customers, and places orders with qualified manufacturing partners.

What you will do

• Manage a portfolio of advanced sourcing cases needing detailed technical or pricing analysis
• Investigate root causes preventing supplier acceptance and develop recovery strategies for stalled projects
• Review technical documentation and manufacturing drawings with engineers, clients, or manufacturers
• Collaborate with design engineers, manual quoters, case managers, and sales to resolve technical or scheduling concerns
• Communicate directly with suppliers and customers to clarify requirements, negotiate terms, and align expectations
• Maintain comprehensive case notes and documentation for leadership visibility
• Provide informal guidance and technical support to Sourcing Coordinators

Required qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply-chain management, preferably in manufacturing or industrial settings
• Demonstrated success resolving complex supplier or production challenges
• Analytical and technically minded, with working knowledge of CNC machining, sheet-metal fabrication, or additive manufacturing
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and basic GD&T
• Competence with online research and cost validation for raw materials and finishing services
• Clear professional written and verbal communication skills
• Organized and self-driven, able to prioritize multi-stage sourcing cases
• Proficiency with Google Sheets and Docs
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under time constraints
• Comfortable making independent decisions within defined pricing and policy parameters
• Strong curiosity for manufacturing and desire to expand technical knowledge

Nice to have

• Salesforce experience

Benefits

• 401(k) match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, floating and fixed holidays
• Maternity and bonding leave
• EAP and other wellbeing resources

Before you apply

• For US-based roles, Xometry participates in E-Verify and requires Form I-9 information after a job offer is accepted

About the company

Xometry (NASDAQ: XMTR) connects people with big ideas to manufacturers who can bring them to life through its digital marketplace. The company gives manufacturers resources to grow and gives Fortune 1000 buyers access to global manufacturing capacity.