Senior Manager, Category Management

Senior Manager, Category Management

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 a leading AI-enabled marketplace for on-demand manufacturing, connecting customers with a nationwide network of highly qualified suppliers. Our platform streamlines the production of custom parts through advanced technologies like CNC machining, 3D printing, sheet metal fabrication, and injection molding. By leveraging proprietary pricing algorithms, real-time capacity data, and deep manufacturing expertise, Xometry enables faster lead times, competitive pricing, and scalable production for customers across industries - from aerospace and automotive to medical and consumer products.

We are looking for a Boston or Maryland / DC / North Virginia based Senior Category Manager to help us profitably build our Additive business. You will be expected to define overarching goals and strategy for your category, problem-solve, articulate and execute against tactical plans, and manage key business metrics. Category Managers must be able to expertly negotiate internally and externally, while also being effective cross-functional project managers.

What You'll Do :

• Develop and manage category strategy in alignment with Xometry business goals
• Manage a portfolio of Additive focused suppliers within the category, driving supplier development by setting strategic goals, negotiating business terms and reviewing performance
• Analyse supplier and category performance to determine tactical next steps and strategic vision
• Negotiate frequently with existing suppliers to optimise performance and cost base, including everyday pricing, annual incentive programs, advertising programs and promotions
• Be a senior internal and external escalation point, often involving negotiations with C-suite members from our external partners
• Identify sales, merchandising, and operational opportunities for the category and collaborate with internal teams to drive change
• Collaborate across departments to drive category goals, including Logistics, Operations, Case Management, Sales, Customer Service and Tech

What You'll Need :

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.