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Xometry · 7 hours ago

Sourcing Specialist, Instant Quote

North Bethesda, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$68K/yr - $75K/yr

3+ years exp

Xometry is a company that connects innovative ideas with manufacturing capabilities. The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for managing complex manufacturing projects, coordinating and placing orders that require detailed technical analysis and supplier collaboration.

3D PrintingArtificial Intelligence (AI)Industrial EngineeringSoftware

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of advanced sourcing cases for orders that require detailed technical or pricing analysis and extended follow-up to get them placed with a production team

Investigate root causes preventing supplier acceptance and develop targeted recovery strategies for stalled projects

Review technical documentation and manufacturing drawings with our engineers, clients, or manufacturers, to validate feasibility and identify potential risks or clarifications needed

Collaborate cross-functionally with design engineers, manual quoters, case managers, and sales to resolve technical or scheduling concerns

Communicate directly with both suppliers and customers to clarify requirements, negotiate terms, and align expectations

Maintain comprehensive case notes and documentation to ensure leadership visibility and continuity across active escalations

Provide informal guidance and technical support to Sourcing Coordinators, serving as a resource for more complex or unfamiliar situations

Qualification

CNC machiningSheet-metal fabricationAdditive manufacturingSourcing expertiseSupplier managementEngineering drawingsGoogle SheetsCommunication skillsProblem-solvingOrganizational skills

Required

3 + years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply-chain management, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment

Demonstrated success resolving complex supplier or production challenges

Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality results under time constraints

Comfortable making independent decisions within defined pricing and policy parameters

Strong curiosity for manufacturing and desire to expand technical knowledge

Analytical and technically minded, with working knowledge of manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, sheet-metal fabrication, or additive manufacturing

Strong sourcing, procurement, or supplier-management background, ideally in a manufacturing or engineering-related environment

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and basic GD&T

Competence with online research and cost-validation for raw materials, finishing services, etc

Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills for coordinating between multiple stakeholders

Organized and self-driven, with the ability to prioritize and resolve longer-term or multi-stage sourcing cases

Proficiency with Google Sheets and Docs (Salesforce experience a plus)