Sourcing Lead

Xometry (NASDAQ: XMTR) powers the industries of today and tomorrow by connecting the people with big ideas to the manufacturers who can bring them to life. Xometry’s digital marketplace gives manufacturers the critical resources they need to grow their business while also making it easy for buyers at Fortune 1000 companies to tap into global manufacturing capacity.

About the Role

We are seeking a Sourcing Lead to join our expanding team in India. The Sourcing Lead will be responsible for managing a team of 3-4 Sourcing Coordinators, ensuring best-in-class service for our global Partners and Customers. The Sourcing Lead will work across various departments to establish sourcing solutions for Xometry's most complex orders, drive team performance, and optimize sourcing processes. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leadership, problem-solving, and a relentless focus on finding unique solutions for challenging orders.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of 3-4 Sourcing Coordinators, providing guidance, mentorship, and support.

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the sourcing team, ensuring efficient and effective order processing.

• Monitor team performance, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and implement strategies to improve productivity and quality.

• Ensure the team is able to triage orders by uncovering potential manufacturing and quoting issues (Tolerances, design limitations, material availability, etc.).

• Drive the team to identify alternative sourcing strategies.

• Cultivate network relationships and proactively communicate capacity gaps/constraints across the network.

• Work cross-functionally to devise recovery strategies for assigned orders.

• Be accountable for team sourcing KPIs (margin and time to resolution).

• Identify and implement solutions for the most challenging and complex orders.

• Collaborate with multiple internal teams, including sales, manufacturing, and customer service.

• Actively engage with Xometry's partner network to optimize sourcing solutions.

• Collaborate with customers to develop recovery plans for orders when necessary.

• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance sourcing efficiency and effectiveness.

• Train and onboard new sourcing team members.

• Resolve escalated sourcing issues

Requirements for applicants:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Commerce, or a related field.

• 10+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain management, and project management, preferably in the manufacturing sector.

• 4+ years of experience in a team lead or supervisory role.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

• Detail-oriented problem-solver with the ability to thrive in ambiguous situations with minimal direction.

• Strong desire to learn and grow within the company and the position.

• Ability to handle several assignments simultaneously.

• Proficiency in computer skills, including Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides; and basic Internet navigation skills.

• Basic knowledge of Solidworks, Salesforce, Looker, and mechanical print interpretation is a plus.

• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and customers.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

Personal qualities:

• Detail-oriented problem solver with the ability to thrive in ambiguous situations with minimal direction.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

• A strong desire to learn and grow within the company and the position.

• Ability to handle several assignments simultaneously.

Xometry is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

For US based roles: Xometry participates in E-Verify and after a job offer is accepted, will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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