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Salary: USD 75,000 - 111,000 / annual
Formlabs is seeking a Global Supply Manager to join its operations team in Somerville, MA. The company manufactures cutting-edge 3D printing technology used by over 50,000 industry leaders worldwide, including Apple, Google, Tesla, New Balance, and NASA.
In this role, you will own the end-to-end supplier management and procurement strategy for new product introductions (NPI). You will work directly with R&D to identify and qualify suppliers, manage the Plan for Every Part (PFEP) in NPI BOMs, and negotiate contracts to secure optimal value, quality, and risk mitigation. Key responsibilities include:
• Collaborating with R&D to identify and qualify suppliers for new product introductions
• Owning supplier selection, negotiation, and contract execution for NPI components
• Facilitating technical communication between suppliers and Formlabs R&D teams
• Researching new manufacturing technologies and market intelligence to develop robust supply chain strategies
• Identifying supply risks, leading negotiations, and driving continuous improvement in supplier performance
• Leading supplier manufacturing process development and launch readiness for new products and design changes
• Conducting cost modeling and estimation for new products
• Sourcing and procuring materials from suppliers and contract manufacturers for NPI builds
• Maintaining clear-to-build reports and providing senior leadership updates on material availability, schedule, and program costs
• Traveling internationally (up to 20%) to visit suppliers for quality audits, QBRs, and relationship building
You will be an independent worker and team player excited to work cross-functionally with R&D, manufacturing, and leadership teams.
Requirements:
• 1–5 years of post-graduate experience in strategic sourcing, manufacturing, or supplier quality engineering
• Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
• Experience developing process quality plans, conducting supplier quality audits, and driving yield improvements
• Excellent presentation, written, and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and strong data analysis skills
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 20% for supplier visits
Bonus Skills:
• 3D CAD design experience, particularly Solidworks
• 2+ years of experience with electronics and reading schematics
• Advanced spreadsheet proficiency
