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# Director, External Communications at Xometry

- **Company:** Xometry
- **Location:** Waltham, MA
- **Posted:** 2026-10-30
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-02
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/xometry/jobs/5280234007

## Job description

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 hiring a Director of External Communications to run the engine behind its earned media and external storytelling. Working under the VP, Communications, you turn the corporate narrative into a steady cadence of announcements, proactive pitches and thought leadership that cuts through a crowded, competitive media landscape. As a new role on a team that is being rebuilt, you are both a builder and a doer: you shape the program and write the work.

How You’ll Contribute:

- Earned media program. Own the proactive media plan and its execution across business, financial, tech and trade press: company and product announcements, pitches, data-driven stories and reporter relationships. Hold a high bar for what is worth pitching.
- Narrative in action. Apply the VP's message house to every external touchpoint so announcements, bylines and spokesperson content stay consistent and on message.
- Technical and product storytelling. Work with Product and Engineering to track the roadmap and turn AI, platform and marketplace developments into accurate, credible stories with clear proof points.
- Agency leadership. Manage the PR agency day to day, set outcome-based KPIs (quality coverage, share of voice, message pull-through) and own the external communications budget.
- Executive and spokesperson support. Draft bylines, speaking submissions and media briefing materials for the CEO, CTO and other leaders under the VP's direction, and prepare them for interviews.
- Public-company discipline. Partner with Investor Relations, Finance and Legal so external content and announcements meet disclosure standards. Investor Relations leads investor materials.
- Issues monitoring. Track coverage and emerging issues, escalate early to the VP, and support response execution.

What You'll Bring to Xometry:

- One message house in daily use across CEO remarks, CTO and product announcements, investor materials and internal communications.
- A rolling communications plan tied to clear business milestones that adapts as priorities shift, with CEO and executive prep running on a predictable cadence and minimal rework.
- Measurable gains in earned coverage quality (top-tier pull-through, share of voice against named competitors), with targets agreed in the first 90 days.
- Core team hired and in place with clear ownership across external, executive and internal communications, and agency scope and KPIs set around outcomes.
- 10+ years in corporate communications or public relations, with a track record of winning earned media in a competitive category.
- Technology company and B2B background; marketplace, manufacturing or public-company exposure preferred.
- Established relationships with business, tech and trade press.
- Exceptional writer with a strong portfolio of announcements, bylines and narrative work.
- Ability to translate complex technical subjects (AI, software, marketplace dynamics) for non-technical audiences.
- Experience managing PR agencies, KPIs and budgets, and working with Investor Relations, Finance and Legal in a public-company setting.
- Builder mindset: comfortable in a lean, fast-moving team and fluent with AI-enabled workflows.

## Preferred

- Exposure to manufacturing, industrial or supply chain markets, or regulated industries.
- Fluency with AI-enabled communications workflows and modern media measurement tools.
- Experience working across distributed, global teams.

The estimated base salary range for new hires into this role is $150,000-175,000 annually + bonus depending on factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, and location. We also offer a competitive benefits package, including 401(k) match, medical, dental and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, floating and fixed holidays, maternity and bonding leave; EAP, other wellbeing resources; and much more.

#LI-Hybrid Xometry is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual 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.

## About Xometry

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Xometry operates a global AI-powered marketplace for custom manufacturing, connecting buyers (from startups to Fortune 500s) with a network of certified suppliers for on-demand production.
- **Entity Type**: Public (NASDAQ: XMTR) [investors.xometry.com](https://investors.xometry.com/static-files/183ddf2d-8042-403a-9cc7-cd2633042c4a)
- **Headquarters**: North Bethesda, Maryland, USA (with offices in Lexington, KY; Waltham, MA; Munich, Lyon, Shanghai, and more) [xometry.com/careers](https://www.xometry.com/careers/)
- **Founded**: 2013 [xometry.com/about-us](https://www.xometry.com/about-us/)
- **Founders**: Not publicly available in provided materials

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Custom manufacturing, on-demand manufacturing, industrial supply chain digitization
- **Target customers**: B2B – engineers, product designers, and procurement teams at enterprises (including Fortune 500 companies), SMBs, and startups
- **Mission**: “To make the world’s manufacturing capacity accessible to all.” [xometry.com/about-us](https://www.xometry.com/about-us/)

## Products & Services
- **Xometry Instant Quoting Engine**: AI-powered platform that provides instant pricing and lead times for CNC machining, 3D printing, injection molding, sheet metal, and more. Supports prototype to production volumes with no minimums. [xometry.com](https://www.xometry.com/)
- **Thomas – Sourcing & Marketing Platform**: A leading industrial sourcing platform that connects buyers with suppliers and offers marketing services for manufacturers. Acquired by Xometry. [xometry.com](https://www.xometry.com/about-us/)
- **Workcenter Platform**: Cloud-based software for suppliers to manage jobs, operations, and cash flow. [investors.xometry.com](https://investors.xometry.com/static-files/183ddf2d-8042-403a-9cc7-cd2633042c4a)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not disclosed in provided materials; public company with LTM (Last Twelve Months) revenue of **$687M** as of 2026. [investors.xometry.com](https://investors.xometry.com/static-files/183ddf2d-8042-403a-9cc7-cd2633042c4a)
- **Key Metrics**: 
  - 85,000+ active buyers globally [xometry.com/about-us](https://www.xometry.com/about-us/)
  - 5,000 global suppliers in the partner network [investors.xometry.com](https://investors.xometry.com/static-files/183ddf2d-8042-403a-9cc7-cd2633042c4a)
  - 1,500+ team members [xometry.com/about-us](https://www.xometry.com/about-us/)
  - $1.5B+ total revenue generated for suppliers [investors.xometry.com](https://investors.xometry.com/static-files/183ddf2d-8042-403a-9cc7-cd2633042c4a)
- **Notable Investors / Partners**: Not explicitly listed, but certifications include ISO 9001, AS9100D, ISO 13485, IATF 16949, ITAR, and CMMC Level 2. [xometry.com](https://www.xometry.com/)
- **Growth Signals**: 
  - Listed on Deloitte Technology Fast 500 for six consecutive years [xometry.com/about-us](https://www.xometry.com/about-us/)
  - IPO in June 2021 [xometry.com/about-us](https://www.xometry.com/about-us/)
  - Expanding international footprint (offices in Europe and Asia) and deepening enterprise account engagement [investors.xometry.com](https://investors.xometry.com/static-files/183ddf2d-8042-403a-9cc7-cd2633042c4a)

## Competitive Advantages
- **AI-Native Marketplace**: Uses proprietary AI for instant quoting, job matching, pricing, and capacity utilization – a digital moat in a traditionally analog industry.
- **Network Effects**: Two-sided marketplace with thousands of buyers and suppliers; scale drives faster, more accurate quotes and better capacity for all participants.
- **Trust and Compliance**: Holds critical certifications (ITAR, AS9100, ISO 13485, etc.), enabling defense, aerospace, and medical customers to use the platform.
- **Data Flywheel**: Over 3M+ sourcing evaluations and vast order data continuously improve AI models, making the platform smarter over time.

## Strategic Focus
- Expand global supplier and buyer networks, particularly in Europe and Asia.
- Increase enterprise account penetration and deepen relationships with large, complex customers.
- Grow international footprint through local offices and regional supplier onboarding.
- Enhance services layer (e.g., DFM feedback, quality assurance, managed programs). [investors.xometry.com](https://investors.xometry.com/static-files/183ddf2d-8042-403a-9cc7-cd2633042c4a)

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & Mission**: “Make the world’s manufacturing capacity accessible to all.” Employees work on products that power spacecraft, medical devices, electric vehicles, and robotics. [xometry.com/careers](https://www.xometry.com/careers/)
- **Work Environment**: Hybrid work model; offices with free snacks and drinks. Flexible time off and paid holidays. [xometry.com/careers](https://www.xometry.com/careers/)
- **Benefits**: Competitive compensation, equity grants, comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, life/STD/LTD insurance, and mental health resources (Employee Assistance Program). [xometry.com/careers](https://www.xometry.com/careers/)
- **Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)**: Seven ERGs (Asian, Black, Latino/Hispanic, LGBTQIA+, Women, Military/Veterans, and more) support inclusion and community. [xometry.com/careers](https://www.xometry.com/careers/)
- **Growth**: Fast-paced, hyper-growth environment with 1,500+ employees and a public company trajectory. The company emphasizes a “founder’s mindset” and collaboration. [xometry.com/careers](https://www.xometry.com/careers/)
- **Current Openings**: 268 jobs listed across Finance, Marketing, Operations, Engineering, and more (as of search date). [job-boards.greenhouse.io/xometry](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/xometry)

## Sources
1. [xometry.com/about-us](https://www.xometry.com/about-us/)
2. [xometry.com/careers](https://www.xometry.com/careers/)
3. [xometry.com](https://www.xometry.com/)
4. [job-boards.greenhouse.io/xometry](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/xometry)
5. [investors.xometry.com](https://investors.xometry.com/static-files/183ddf2d-8042-403a-9cc7-cd2633042c4a)

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