Manager, Sourcing

We're looking for a highly capable and hands-on Manager, Sourcing to join our growing team in India. This role is critical to delivering best-in-class service to our global Partners and Customers. The Manager, Sourcing will lead a team of 2-4 Sourcing Coordinators, personally handle Xometry's most complex orders, optimize existing processes, and drive exceptional team performance. This is a player-coach role: the candidate will start by sourcing and engaging directly with partners, and proceed with problem-order resolution, and team management. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of independently sourcing and managing orders, sharp problem-solving skills, and an unwavering commitment to finding solutions for the hardest orders in order to consistently hit targets.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership & Management

• Lead, mentor, and support a team of 2-4 Sourcing Coordinators.
• Oversee daily sourcing operations to ensure efficient and effective order processing.
• Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs, including Marign and Sourcing SLA) and execute strategies to improve team productivity. 
• Be directly accountable for team sourcing targets. 

Hands-On Sourcing & Negotiation 

Personally call, negotiate with, and place orders with manufacturing partners — especially for the most complex and time-sensitive orders. 

• Lead by example on partner negotiation: pricing, lead times, and capacity trade-offs, modeling the behavior expected of the Sourcing Coordinator team.
• Maintain readiness to step in and place orders directly at any time, even as the role evolves toward management.

Sourcing Strategy & Execution

• Ensure the team can effectively triage orders by identifying potential manufacturing and quoting issues (e.g., tolerances, design limitations, material availability).
• Identify and implement alternative sourcing strategies for difficult-to-place orders.
• Build and actively manage direct relationships with manufacturing partners, proactively communicating capacity gaps and constraints across the network.

Re-Quotes & Problem Order Management

• Own resolution of problem orders requiring re-quotes, working directly with Sales to align on pricing, scope, and customer communication.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Manufacturing, and Customer Service to devise recovery strategies for assigned orders.
• Develop and implement continuous process improvements to boost sourcing efficiency.

Required Qualifications: 

Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Commerce, or a related field.
Experience: 8+ years of professional experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain management, or project management, with a preference for experience in the manufacturing sector.
Leadership: 3+ years of experience in a team lead or supervisory role.
Skills: 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English. 
• Proficiency in computer skills, including Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides, and basic internet 
• navigation. 
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and customers. 
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. 
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet strict deadlines. 

Preferred Qualifications (A Plus): 

Basic knowledge of SolidWorks, Salesforce, Looker, and mechanical print interpretation. 

Core Personal Qualities: 

Detail-oriented problem-solver who can thrive in ambiguous situations with minimal direction. A strong desire for continuous learning and professional growth within the company and the role. Proven ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously. 

What We Offer: 

• A competitive full-time salary and comprehensive benefits package. 
• The opportunity to work with a global market leader. 
• A collaborative and supportive work environment. 
• Excellent professional development and growth opportunities. 

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