Partner Manager, RFQ

Socket.dev; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Xometry is seeking a strategic Partner Manager to lead our Partner RFQ initiative within the Procurement Excellence team. You will cultivate relationships with a curated set of pre-vetted manufacturing partners, drive performance via QBRs, and advocate for platform improvements to deliver exceptional outcomes for Xometry and its customers.

You will leverage your 5+ years in manufacturing partnerships, analytical skills, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize bid quality, lead times, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years direct experience working with machine shops and manufacturing partners.
• Deep understanding of machine shop operations, capabilities, and manufacturing processes.
• Engineering background or technical manufacturing knowledge is a plus.
• Ability to travel 15-20% for partner on-site visits and collaboration.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong partnerships with external manufacturing stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical and presentation skills; proficient in data analysis and metrics interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with pre-vetted manufacturing partners in the Partner RFQ program.
• Lead quarterly business reviews to assess performance via bid rates, win rates, and delivery metrics.
• Capture and relay partner feedback to drive improvements in bid quality and lead times.
• Monitor partner performance against KPIs and develop action plans for underperformers.
• Collaborate with product and operations teams to test improvements addressing partner needs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication & presentation

Strategic partnerships

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

CRM platforms

Excel

Business analytics tools

Job description

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 seeking a strategic and results-driven Partner Manager to lead our Partner RFQ (Request for Quote) initiative within the Procurement Excellence team. This role is instrumental in managing a curated portfolio of manufacturing partners who compete for strategic, pre-sourced opportunities that drive significant value for Xometry's customers.

As Partner Manager, you will be responsible for cultivating strong relationships with hand-selected, pre-vetted partners who operate through our Partner RFQ process. You'll work with partners to understand their capabilities, concerns, and feedback while driving continuous improvement in our Partner RFQ platform. Through quarterly business reviews and strategic communication, you'll ensure partners are engaged, performing, and contributing to our mission of delivering exceptional outcomes for Xometry and our customers.

How You’ll Contribute:

Partner Relationship Management & Engagement:

• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with a portfolio of pre-vetted manufacturing partners who participate in our Partner RFQ program (either exclusive Partner RFQ or hybrid Job Board/Partner RFQ partners)
• Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner, understanding their business goals, manufacturing capabilities, and challenges
• Proactively identify and address partner concerns related to bid opportunities, lead times, pricing, and support

Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs)

• Conduct quarterly business reviews with all partners in your portfolio to assess performance against key metrics
• Track and present bid rates (opportunities received vs. bids submitted) and win rates (bids submitted vs. orders won) for each partner
• Discuss quality, delivery, and collaboration metrics to identify trends and opportunities
• Gather feedback on pricing, turnaround times, and Partner RFQ program experience

Partner Feedback & Process Improvement

• Collect and synthesize partner feedback on the Partner RFQ platform, process, and experience
• Relay actionable insights to internal stakeholders to drive improvements in bid quality, lead times, and overall Partner RFQ program effectiveness
• Partner with product and operations teams to test improvements and validate that changes address partner needs

Performance Monitoring & Analytics

• Monitor partner performance against established KPIs including bid participation rate, win rate, quality, and on-time delivery
• Identify underperforming partners and develop action plans to improve performance or evaluate fit within the program

Partner Development & Growth

• Support partner capability expansion by identifying skill gaps and connecting partners with resources or training opportunities
• Collaborate on strategic account growth, helping high-performing partners increase engagement and order volume

What You Bring To Xometry:

• Bachelor's degree required (Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred)
• 5+ years of direct experience working with machine shops and manufacturing partners (required) — experience managing relationships, understanding capabilities, or working in a machine shop environment
• Deep understanding of machine shop operations, capabilities, and manufacturing processes (CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, tolerances, material selection, post machining processing, etc.)
• Engineering background or technical manufacturing knowledge is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong partnerships with external manufacturing stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis and metrics interpretation
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with ability to influence across functions
• Proficiency with CRM platforms, Excel, and business analytics tools
• Ability to travel 15-20% for partner on-site visits and collaboration

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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.