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Vice President, Global Logistics and Customs

Xometry

Lexington, KY

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Alliance/Partner Management, Autoscaling, Brokerage, Business Growth, Cost Control, Diversity, Documentation, Federal Government, Fortune 1000 Customers, Freight Forwarding, High-Throughput Screening (HTS), Hubs, Internal Audit, International Trade Law, Leadership, Logistics, Machining, Manufacturing, Metrics, Negotiation Skills, Network Design, Performance Metrics, Product Engineering, Proofreading, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Supply Chain, Third-Party Logistics (3PL), Time Management
LOCATION
Lexington, KY
POSTED
30+ days ago
Xometry (NASDAQ: XMTR) powers the industries of today and tomorrow by connecting the people with big ideas to the manufacturers who can bring them to life. Xometry's digital marketplace gives manufacturers the critical resources they need to grow their business while also making it easy for buyers at Fortune 1000 companies to tap into global manufacturing capacity.Xometry is seeking a high-caliber, strategic leader to serve as Vice President, Global Logistics and Customs. As we continue to scale our global marketplace, the complexity of moving parts across borders requires a visionary who can balance lightning-fast delivery with rigorous cost management and 100% regulatory compliance.You will be the architect of Xometry's future carrier network, ensuring we provide end-to-end visibility for every shipment-from a local machine shop to an international enterprise customer. Your mission is simple but challenging: make our logistics faster, more reliable, and more cost-effective than ever before.Responsibilities:Strategic Network Development- Future-Proofing the Network: Design and execute a multi-year global logistics roadmap that anticipates Xometry's growth and shifting manufacturing hubs.- Carrier Management: Identify, negotiate, and manage strategic partnerships with global, regional, and last-mile carriers to ensure redundant and resilient capacity.- Optimization: Relentlessly pursue the "least cost to customer" m odel without compromising on speed or reliability.Global Trade & Customs Compliance- 100% Compliance: Act as the final authority on global, regional, and local trade regulations, ensuring all cross-border movements adhere to ITA, EAR, OFAC, and international equivalents.- Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify and resolve potential customs bottlenecks, tariff impacts, and trade barriers.- Audit & Governance: Establish robust internal controls and auditing processes for classifications, duties, and documentation.End-to-End Visibility & Analytics- Data-Driven Leadership: Implement and oversee global logistics technology stacks to provide real-time visibility into shipment status and landed costs.- KPI Ownership: Define and report on North Star metrics including On-Time Delivery (OTD), Cost per Shipment, Transit Time, and Compliance accuracy.- Cost Transparency: Build models that provide the business and our customers with granular visibility into logistics spend.Qualifications:- 12+ years of progressive leadership in global logistics, freight forwarding, or supply chain, ideally within a high-growth marketplace or manufacturing environment.- Deep functional knowledge of international trade law, HSS/HTS classification, and global customs brokerage management.- Proven track record of negotiating high-value contracts with major global carriers and 3PLs.- Comfortable working with Product and Engineering teams to integrate logistics data into a digital marketplace platform.- A leader who can pivot from a board-room strategy to solving a critical customs delay in a high-stakes moment.#LI-HybridXometry is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to r ace, color, r eligion, s ex, s exual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.For US based roles: Xometry participates in E-Verify and after a job offer is accepted, will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.Here at Xometry we believe in diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We are committed to welcoming, respecting, and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. Xometry is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to r ace, color, r eligion, s ex, s exual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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