Principal Program Manager, Auto & Industrial
About The Position
Xometry is seeking an experienced Principal Program Manager, Auto & Industrial to oversee cross-functional initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, drive scalability, and support growth in advanced manufacturing. The role leads complex operational programs from initiation through execution and delivery, coordinating across product, engineering, supply chain, and customer success teams. It develops and monitors KPIs, creates project plans, manages budgets and risks, ensures timelines are met, aligns stakeholders, analyzes data to identify process and automation opportunities, and champions lean principles and operational best practices. Travel of up to 25% is required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in program or project management, operations, or supply chain roles.
- Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale projects with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Proven experience managing budgets, timelines, and project scope.
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the Automotive Industry or Industrial background is strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with ERP systems, supply chain platforms, and operational analytics tools.
- PMP, Six Sigma, or Lean certification is a plus.
- Proficiency in project management software such as Jira, Asana, or Microsoft Project.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage complex, cross-functional operational programs from initiation through execution and delivery.
- Collaborate with product, engineering, supply chain, and customer success teams to implement operational improvements and drive measurable outcomes.
- Develop and monitor KPIs to track program success and identify areas for continuous improvement.
- Create detailed project plans, manage budgets, mitigate risks, and ensure timelines are met.
- Serve as a key liaison between stakeholders to ensure alignment on objectives and deliverables.
- Analyze data to inform decision-making and identify opportunities for automation and process enhancement.
- Champion lean principles and operational best practices across the organization.
Benefits
- 401(k) match
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, floating and fixed holidays
- Maternity and bonding leave
- EAP and other wellbeing resources
- Annual bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
