Principal Program Manager, Auto & Industrial – Auto & Industrial

Job Description

Principal Program Manager, Auto & Industrial | Xometry

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Xometry, located in a hybrid work environment. Xometry powers industries by connecting people with big ideas to manufacturers who can bring them to life through its digital marketplace. This role is crucial for enhancing operational efficiency, driving scalability, and supporting Xometry’s growth in advanced manufacturing by leading complex cross-functional programs.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid
• Pay: $103000–$134000 yearly
• Mission: Oversee cross-functional initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, drive scalability, and support growth in advanced manufacturing.
• Tech Stack: Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project, ERP systems, supply chain platforms, operational analytics tools.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Program Leadership: Lead and manage complex, cross-functional operational programs, guiding them from initiation through execution and successful delivery.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with product, engineering, supply chain, and customer success teams to implement operational improvements and drive measurable outcomes across the organization.
• Performance Monitoring: Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track program success, identify areas for continuous improvement, and ensure objectives are met.
• Project Management: Create detailed project plans, effectively manage budgets, proactively mitigate risks, and ensure project timelines are consistently met.
• Data Analysis and Process Enhancement: Analyze operational data to inform strategic decision-making and identify specific opportunities for automation and overall process enhancement.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years in program or project management, operations, or supply chain roles, demonstrating a proven ability to lead large-scale projects involving cross-functional teams in complex environments. This includes strong experience managing budgets, timelines, and overall project scope effectively. Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% of the time is also required.
• Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Bonus: Experience in the Automotive Industry or Industrial background is strongly preferred. Familiarity with specific tools such as ERP systems, various supply chain platforms, and operational analytics tools is a plus. Certifications like PMP, Six Sigma, or Lean are also beneficial, as is proficiency in project management software such as Jira, Asana, or Microsoft Project.