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Join Our Team!

Join WAVE and play a key role in supporting the procurement activities that keep our manufacturing and business operations running efficiently. As a Procurement Specialist / Buyer I you will work across multiple functions and locations partnering with internal teams and suppliers to source materials and services manage purchasing activities analyze spending trends and support strategic procurement initiatives.

This position offers the opportunity to build relationships across Operations Supply Chain Finance Engineering Maintenance and supplier partners while gaining exposure to sourcing supplier management procurement analytics compliance and business operations. Your work will directly contribute to ensuring the right goods and services are available at the right time cost and quality to support WAVEs continued success.

We are looking for a proactive analytical and customer-focused professional who enjoys solving problems managing priorities and collaborating with others to deliver results in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure indirect materials equipment services and maintenance-related purchases that support WAVE operations across multiple locations.
• Manage the purchasing process from supplier quotation through purchase order creation order tracking and delivery coordination.
• Evaluate suppliers and sourcing alternatives to support cost savings quality service business continuity and operational requirements.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships serving as a primary point of contact for purchasing inquiries delivery issues and performance-related concerns.
• Support supplier onboarding contract administration and compliance activities ensuring required documentation and records are maintained.
• Monitor supplier performance and open orders expediting critical purchases and resolving supply delivery or service issues as needed.
• Partner with Operations Engineering Maintenance Finance and Supply Chain teams to understand business requirements and support purchasing needs.
• Prepare and analyze procurement data including spend reports supplier metrics savings opportunities and key performance indicators.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance procurement processes reporting capabilities supplier engagement and overall efficiency.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies sourcing standards audit requirements and regulatory obligations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Experience

• 2-4 years of experience in procurement purchasing sourcing supplier management supply chain vendor management finance accounts payable or related business functions.
• Experience working in a manufacturing industrial or multi-site environment preferred.
• Experience utilizing ERP systems purchasing platforms supplier portals or financial systems.
• Experience managing purchase orders supplier communications contract administration spend analysis or procurement reporting.
• Working knowledge of sourcing methodologies supplier management and purchasing processes.
• Experience using SAP Power BI Power Apps or similar business systems preferred.
• Professional certifications or coursework in procurement supply chain operations or business disciplines are a plus.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Understanding of procurement purchasing supplier management and business operations processes.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service and relationship management capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel reporting tools and ERP systems.
• Ability to analyze purchasing and supplier data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions and organizational levels.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on process efficiency and operational effectiveness.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive business information appropriately.

Compensation and Benefits

Hiring Range: $61583 - $75383 annually

Individual compensation will be determined based on qualifications relevant experience skills certifications internal equity and business considerations.

WAVE provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical dental and vision coverage
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) savings plan with company contributions
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Professional development and training opportunities