Sourcing Associate

Xometry
North Bethesda, MD
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Detail-oriented problem solvers with cross-functional collaboration experience will find this role in the sourcing domain challenging. The position is based in North Bethesda, MD, and requires working in a fast-paced environment with a focus on customer and partner service.

Best fit for

  • Individuals with a background in supply chain or commerce and a talent for creative problem-solving
    — “Must be a detail oriented, problem solver with the ability to thrive in ambiguous situations with minimal direction”
  • Candidates who excel in communication and can manage multiple tasks simultaneously
    — “Strong verbal and written communication skills”
  • Those with a preference for in-person work arrangements and a drive to learn and grow within a company
    — “A strong desire to learn and grow within the company and the position”

Things to consider

  • The position carries a fixed salary range with no mention of equity or performance-based incentives.
    — “The estimated base salary range for new hires into this role is $62,000- $65,000 annually”

How to stand out

  • Demonstrate experience with order recovery strategies and manufacturing constraints in your resume.
    — “Work cross functionally to devise recovery strategies for your assigned orders”
  • Highlight your ability to identify manufacturing issues like tolerances and design limitations.
    — “Initial triage of orders by uncovering potential manufacturing issues (Tolerances, design limitations, material availability…ect)”
  • Showcase your network relationship-building skills and proactive communication in your application materials.
    — “Cultivate network relationships and proactively communicate capacity gaps / constraints across the network”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • Identifying and implementing solutions for complex orders
  • Cultivating network relationships
  • Achieving sourcing KPIs
Typical background
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Commerce or a related field

Skills & requirements

Required

Detail OrientedProblem SolvingCollaborationCommunicationProject Management

Preferred

SolidworksSalesforceLookerMechanical Print Interpretation

Stack & domain

Google DocsGoogle SheetsGoogle SlidesSolidworksSalesforceLookerMechanical Print InterpretationCommunicationProblem SolvingAttention To DetailManufacturingSupply Chain

About the role

Original posting from Xometry via Greenhouse

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.

Xometry is looking to expand the Sourcing Team by adding a Sourcing Associate dedicated to providing best-in-class service for our expanding group of global Partners and Customers. The Sourcing Associate will work cross functionally to execute a variety of service functions in an effort to create a frictionless order experience for both the Partner Network and our customers. The ideal candidate is seeking a fast paced career opportunity and is driven to delivering unparalleled service for both customers and partners. Creativity, attention to detail, and a strong verbal/written communication skill set are critical assets. Flexibility and a relentless focus to finding unique solutions for each part will make the difference for this position.

Often the Sourcing Team is the last chance to fulfill our customer’s order. As a result, the Sourcing Associate will be responsible for identifying and implementing solutions for the most challenging and complex orders. This will require: collaboration with multiple internal teams; active engagement with Xometry’s partner network; and collaboration with the customer to develop a recovery plan for each order.

How You'll Contribute:  

Initial triage of orders by uncovering potential manufacturing issues (Tolerances, design limitations, material availability…ect).

Identifying alternative sourcing strategies

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

Work cross functionally to devise recovery strategies for your assigned orders

Accountable for sourcing KPI’s (margin and time to resolution)

What You Bring To Xometry: 

Must be a detail oriented, problem solver with the ability to thrive in ambiguous situations with minimal direction

Strong verbal and written communication skills

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

Ability to handle several assignments simultaneously

Proficiency in computer skills to include: Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides (Google’s equivalent of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint); and basic Internet navigation skills

Basic knowledge of Solidworks, Salesforce, Looker, and Mechanical Print interpretation are encouraged

Qualifications: 

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

Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and customers

The estimated base salary range for new hires into this role is $62,000- $65,000 annually depending on factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, and location.  We also offer a competitive benefits package, including 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, other wellbeing resources; and much more.

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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.

Source: Xometry careers (Greenhouse)

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