Procurement Analyst

RFQ Execution & Technical Partner Selection:

• Execute the operational end-to-end Partner RFQ process, from opportunity identification through bid collection, award decision, and relay of feedback to partners
• Analyze customer engineering drawings, CAD files, and step files to assess manufacturability and identify technical requirements (e.g. tolerances, materials, finishes, inspections, etc)
• Evaluate partner capabilities against specific job requirements and determine which pre-vetted partners are best-fit candidates (e.g. capability, capacity, lead time, and strategic fit)
• Distribute RFQs to identified partners with clear specifications, technical drawings, and quote requirements
• Track bid submissions and manage communication with partners to ensure timely response and clarification of technical or commercial questions

Technical Analysis & Manufacturing Strategy:

• Leverage your manufacturing and engineering expertise to evaluate design feasibility and assess manufacturability of customer parts
• Apply knowledge of CNC machining and sheet metal fabrication processes (including capabilities, material selections, post-processing options, and cost drivers) to work collaboratively with manufacturing partners in identifying cost-reduction strategies and manufacturing alternatives
• Partner with manufacturers to explore process options, material substitutions, or manufacturing approaches that can lower total cost while meeting customer specifications and quality requirements
• Communicate technical requirements and design constraints clearly to partner manufacturers to ensure accurate quoting and reduce back-and-forth iterations
• Review partner technical proposals and manufacturing approaches to validate capability and identify any manufacturability risks or concerns

Bid Evaluation & Award Strategy

• Evaluate and compare partner bids across multiple dimensions: cost competitiveness, technical capability, capacity, lead time, quality track record, and strategic fit with Xometry's goals
• Analyze competitive bids to identify pricing outliers, validate cost assumptions, and challenge high quotes with technical or strategic alternatives
• Negotiate pricing and commercial terms directly with partners to optimize Xometry margins while maintaining competitive partner pricing and partner satisfaction
• Award bids to selected partners based on total value analysis to maximize profitability and strategic benefit for Xometry
• Build and maintain strong relationships with partners, positioning yourself as a trusted technical resource and fair negotiator

Bid Analysis & Data-Driven Insights:

• Track and maintain comprehensive bid data for all RFQs, including bid count, pricing by partner, win rates, and lead times
• Leverage analytics dashboards and reports created by our Analytics counterparts to monitor partner performance trends, identify underperforming partners, and recognize market opportunities
• Generate insights from bid analysis to inform partner strategy, negotiate improved pricing, and identify partners best suited for specific opportunity types
• Monitor key performance indicators (bid participation rate, win rate, cost reduction achieved, margin improvement) to assess program health and individual partner contribution

Process Improvement & Optimization:

• Identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and friction points in the RFQ process based on day-to-day execution and partner feedback
• Gather partner feedback on process pain points, turnaround times, clarity of RFQ submissions, and technical requirements
• Collaborate with product, operations, and finance teams to test and implement process improvements that accelerate RFQ bid cycles, improve bid quality, and enhance partner experience
• Document and standardize best practices, quoting approaches, and negotiation strategies to ensure consistency and scalability across the partner network

What You Bring To Xometry

• Bachelor's degree required in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field
• 3-5 years of professional experience in manufacturing engineering, manufacturing operations, supply chain, or procurement roles
• Strong technical foundation in manufacturing processes, specifically CNC machining and sheet metal fabrication (tolerances, material selection, equipment capabilities, process sequencing, cost drivers)
• Proficiency reading and interpreting engineering drawings, CAD models, and step files; understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) required
• Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) or CAM software is a plus
• Design for Manufacturability (DFM) experience is a plus but not required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with comfort working with data, spreadsheets, and metrics
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data visualization
• Excellent negotiation skills and ability to balance business objectives with partner relationships
• Strong organizational and project management skills with ability to manage multiple RFQs and partners concurrently
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with ability to present technical and commercial recommendations to diverse audiences
• Detail-oriented with strong attention to accuracy and data integrity in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions (Sales, Finance, Operations, Analytics) and with external partners
• Familiarity with procurement or supplier relationship management systems is a plus