Operations Excellence Lead

About the Role We are seeking an analytical Operations Excellence Lead to help shape Formlabs Global Operations by solving cross-functional priorities across Supply Chain, Customer Fulfillment, Planning, Manufacturing Engineering, Facilities and Workplace. You will design and drive continuous improvement, establish best practices, and partner with leadership to shape the future of how we design, prototype, and manufacture at scale.

What You'll Do

• Take on critical strategic studies such as supply chain risks, facilities locations, and growth blockers.
• Liaise with cross-functional stakeholders, developing strategic partnerships to build trust and share knowledge across teams.
• Report on and forecast KPIs across programs or regions (e.g., capital spend, risk, budget variance, accruals).
• Manage multiple programs or initiatives with strong organization and prioritization.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve tooling, dashboards, cost management, and procurement.
• Partner with Global Operations leadership to identify and act on opportunities in processes, tools, and partnerships.
• Develop technology roadmaps addressing current and future Global Operations needs; evaluate technologies to improve customer outcomes and efficiencies.
• Serve as a thought leader and advisor to the COO to drive efficiencies and exceed targets.

What We're Looking For

• Take initiative to drive core business outcomes; proven leadership through influence and collaboration at all levels.
• Hands-on people leader who can inspire a team to get things done.
• Excellent organization and communication skills; comfortable presenting to C-suite and coaching individual contributors.
• Adaptable and resilient; can cope with change and act without having the total picture.
• Experience developing and managing budgets (including capital budget justification) with strong financial, contract management, strategic planning, and quantitative analysis skills.
• Technical aptitude and ability to work in technical programs; data analysis across large datasets.

Nice to Have

• Consulting or Product Management experience.
• Experience at a fast-growing company.
• Global experience in supply chain and operations management.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base pay: USD 130,000—200,000 per year.
• Equity: RSUs as part of total compensation.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision).
• 401(k) with low-cost fund options and access to advisors.
• Parental leave up to 16 weeks; tenure-based sabbatical up to 6 weeks.
• Flexible Out of Office Plan; on-site parking and pre-tax commuter benefits.
• On-site meals, snacks, beverages, and treats; professional development opportunities.
• Unlimited 3D prints; inclusive, diverse company culture.
• Equal opportunity employer; commitment to diversity and inclusion.