Vice President, Communications

Xometry; North Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic Vice President of Communications to enhance its brand and reputation. This critical leadership role involves crafting and executing a comprehensive communications strategy that aligns with business goals, managing media relations, and advising executive leadership. You will lead a dynamic team while collaborating across departments to ensure message consistency and operational excellence. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for storytelling and strategic influence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in corporate communications or public relations.
• Proven track record with C-suite executives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive communications strategy.
• Lead media relations and crisis communications efforts.

Skills

Corporate Communications

Public Relations

Media Relations

Crisis Management

Executive Communications

Storytelling

Strategic Thinking

B2B Communication

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 hands-on Vice President, Communications to lead our internal and external communications function. This is a critical leadership role responsible for protecting and elevating Xometry’s brand, reputation, and visibility across key stakeholders—including customers, investors, partners, employees, and the public.

You will lead a small but mighty team of full-time and agency resources, working closely with the CMO, CEO, and executive leadership team. You’ll be responsible for integrated communications planning and execution, crisis and issues management, corporate PR, executive visibility, internal communications, and overall message discipline across the organization. This leader will report directly to the CMO.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive communications strategy that supports Xometry’s business goals and enhances our corporate reputation.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and communications partner to the CEO and C-suite, leading executive communications and thought leadership efforts.
• Own media relations strategy and execution, including proactive storytelling, product and company announcements, and relationship-building with key reporters.
• Lead issues and crisis communications preparation and response.
• Oversee internal communications to ensure alignment across teams and reinforce company culture and strategy.
• Collaborate closely with Marketing, HR, Legal, and Investor Relations to ensure message alignment and operational excellence.
• Manage and mentor a high-performing, cross-functional team of FTEs and external agency partners.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or related fields, including experience leading executive communications.
• Proven track record working with CEOs and executive leadership teams—able to influence and communicate effectively at the highest levels.
• Deep experience managing media relations, including established relationships with business, tech, and trade press.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills across formats and audiences.
• Experience in tech-driven companies required; marketplace or regulated industry experience a plus.
• Background in B2B companies is essential; experience in or exposure to manufacturing is a bonus.
• Professional presence and sound judgment, especially in high-pressure or time-sensitive situations.
• Ability to think strategically while being a hands-on contributor.
• Collaborative leader who knows how to scale impact with a lean team.

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.