Principal Program Manager, Auto & Industrial

Xometry

. Own multiple concurrent, complex production programs, often $5M or more each, from opportunity and award through first article, launch, and repeat production .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeLexington • Kentucky • United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive program management capabilities, including managing complex production programs with budgets exceeding $5M, utilizing APQP methodologies, and leading cross-functional teams. Proficient in financial management, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision-making within manufacturing environments.

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Program ManagementAPQP KnowledgeBudget ManagementCross-Functional Team LeadershipLean Principles

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Hard Skills

Program ManagementBudget ManagementManufacturing ProcessesQuality PlanningData AnalysisRisk ManagementKPI MonitoringProcess ImprovementProduction Metrics TrackingSupplier Performance Management

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingFacilitation SkillsCommunication SkillsMentoring

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsSalesforceBI ToolsTableauLookerSmartsheetJiraAsanaMicrosoft Project

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationLean CertificationSix Sigma Certification

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingCNC MachiningInjection MoldingAutomotiveAerospaceDefenseIndustrial ManufacturingITAR EligibilityPPAPAS9102

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPPMPTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own multiple concurrent, complex production programs, often $5M or more each, from opportunity and award through first article, launch, and repeat production
Build and manage program plans covering scope, timeline, quality, and cost
Run programs using the Xometry Product Development Process aligned with APQP
Manage program budgets and financials, including tooling, capital, and margin
Track launch and production metrics including timeline adherence, on-time delivery, quality, customer experience, and financial results
Serve as primary point of contact for customer program, engineering, quality, and procurement teams
Lead cross-functional teams across Sales, Field Deployed Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain Planning, and the Partner Network
Hold manufacturing partners accountable for capacity, schedule, quality, and program commitments
Coordinate resources, partner capacity, and dependencies across programs; identify risks, escalate issues, and lead mitigation and recovery
Communicate program status through regular customer and internal leadership reviews
Identify opportunities to expand programs within existing accounts and bring them to Sales and Account Management
Lead operational initiatives improving program efficiency, scalability, and repeatability
Define and monitor program KPIs and drive data-based improvements
Apply Lean principles and operational best practices; identify automation and process-improvement opportunities
Develop program-management standards, templates, and playbooks
Work with Product and Engineering to improve program-execution tools and systems
Mentor and coach program managers
Serve as escalation point for difficult portfolio issues
Help onboard new program managers and contribute to hiring
Report to the Director, Strategic Program Operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or a related field
12+ years of program or project management experience, including leading production programs in a manufacturing environment
Manufacturing experience across processes such as CNC machining, injection molding, sheet metal, stamping, die casting, or extrusion
Demonstrated success running multiple concurrent, complex programs, often $5M or more each, from award through launch and into repeat production
Working knowledge of APQP and related quality planning practices
Experience managing program budgets, timelines, scope, and financial results
Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing supplier or contract manufacturer performance
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and facilitation skills in technical and manufacturing settings
Strong written and verbal communication, including executive-level presentation skills
Must be ITAR eligible, meaning a U.S. person as defined by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations
Preferred: 5+ years of military experience
Preferred: PMP certification
Preferred: Lean or Six Sigma certification
Preferred: Experience in automotive, aerospace, defense, or industrial manufacturing
Preferred: Experience with PPAP, AS9102 first article inspection, or other customer launch requirements
Preferred: Familiarity with ERP systems, Salesforce, BI tools such as Tableau or Looker, and project management tools such as Smartsheet, Jira, Asana, or Microsoft Project
Preferred: Experience in a high-mix contract manufacturing or manufacturing marketplace environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Approximately 25% travel to customer and partner facilities
Remote or hybrid work arrangement