Full-Time
Head of Global Sourcing
Formlabs
501-1,000 employees
Advanced 3D printing solutions for dentistry
No salary listed
Senior, Expert
Cambridge, MA, USA
- Minimum 7+ years work experience
- A leader who can hire and grow great talent
- Experience with technical procurement and product development
- Develops supplier relationships, able to address problems with them as they arise
- Motivated to optimize and implement processes to drive effective and efficient scaling of supply chain and sourcing activities
- Enjoys working with international partners across the globe
- Manage a team of 8 sourcing and supply chain professionals
- Leverage DFM/DFA skills to influence product decisions and communicate the downstream operational impacts of design
- Mentor team by coaching and leading by example to grow their skills in purchasing and managing a supply chain
- Lead new sourcing and new manufacturing capabilities initiatives based on hardware product roadmap
- Own COGs analysis, reporting, and reductions for all hardware products, optimizing processes as needed
- Work cross-functionally with other departments, accounting, engineering design, and sustaining engineering teams
- Ramp new sourcing efforts in response to changes in products, supply chain design, and manufacturing locations
- Analyze purchasing trends and develop sourcing alternatives. Identify new high-potential suppliers on a global basis.
- Manage and cultivate commercial relationships with sub-tier suppliers
Formlabs specializes in 3D printing solutions specifically designed for the dental industry. Their main product, the Form 3B printer, is recognized for its speed, accuracy, and user-friendly operation, making it suitable for both chairside and laboratory use. The printers work by using advanced technology to create precise dental models and appliances from proprietary resins. Formlabs differentiates itself from competitors by focusing exclusively on the dental sector, providing tailored products and services that enhance in-house fabrication capabilities for dental professionals. The company's goal is to streamline dental workflows, reduce costs, and ultimately improve patient outcomes through efficient and accurate 3D printing.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
Series E
Total Funding
$250.8M
Headquarters
Somerville, Massachusetts
Founded
2011
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Formlabs' acquisition of Micronics enhances their SLS 3D printing capabilities.
- The launch of Form 4 boosts productivity with up to five times faster print speeds.
- Growing demand for dental 3D printing solutions aligns with Formlabs' offerings.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition from emerging 3D printing companies like Organovo Holdings.
- Potential market saturation could lead to price wars and reduced margins.
- Rapid technological advancements may render existing products obsolete if innovation lags.
What makes Formlabs unique
- Formlabs offers a wide range of high-performance 3D printers and materials.
- Their proprietary Low Force Stereolithography (LFS)™ technology sets them apart in the market.
- Formlabs' focus on dental industry solutions enhances their specialization and market position.
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Benefits
Flexible vacation
Premium coverage for medical, dental, and vision plans
Paid parental leave
Commuter benefits
Unlimited 3D prints
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6 month growth
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