Supplier Development Engineer - LATAM

3 months, 2 weeks ago
Contract
Mid Level
Project and Program Management
Xometry

Xometry

Xometry is a top AI-enabled marketplace for on-demand manufacturing, providing CNC machining, 3D printing, and more. Fast lead times and high-quality custom parts for engineers and designers worldwide.

Industrial Conglomerates
251-1K
Founded 2013

Description

  • Build and maintain trusted relationships with manufacturing partners to increase engagement and capacity.
  • Engage newly onboarded suppliers supporting production programs and help them succeed on the Xometry platform while meeting customer needs.
  • Coach partners on best practices for documentation, finishing processes, and quality assurance.
  • Support partner readiness for complex and highly regulated programs in aerospace, defense, and medical industries.
  • Work with sourcing, engineering, and project management to ensure supplier capabilities align with Statement of Work requirements.
  • Support Technical Account Managers and Project Managers by evaluating supplier capabilities for new bids and proposals.
  • Identify and flag risks such as capacity constraints, financial weaknesses, and geopolitical exposures early.
  • Assist with root-cause analysis of late shipments and help partners implement sustainable mitigation plans.
  • Support qualification of finishing suppliers for controlled processes and regulated industry standards.
  • Help verify and validate controlled processes such as heat treatment, plating, and coatings.
  • Assist partners in obtaining and maintaining special process qualifications and compliance with frameworks such as DoD, FAA, TCCA, DFARS, and ITAR.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field.
  • 3-5 years of experience in supplier development, supplier quality, or a similar role in manufacturing, supply chain, or a related technical environment.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and quality standards.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build and maintain relationships.
  • Problem-solving mindset with the ability to mediate complex situations.
  • Knowledge of special processes and industry certifications such as NADCAP or AS9100 is a strong plus.
  • Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as ITAR and DFARS and their manufacturing implications.
  • Strong understanding of quality management systems and methodologies such as APQP, PPAP, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma.
  • Willingness to travel to supplier locations as required.
  • Resume must be submitted in English.

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