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Indirect Purchasing Manager (Contractor)

Sunnyvale, United States

At Wayve we're committed to creating a diverse, fair and respectful culture that is inclusive of everyone based on their unique skills and perspectives, and regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding) or any other basis as protected by applicable law.

About us

Founded in 2017, Wayve is the leading developer of Embodied AI technology. Our advanced AI software and foundation models enable vehicles to perceive, understand, and navigate any complex environment, enhancing the usability and safety of automated driving systems.

Our vision is to create autonomy that propels the world forward. Our intelligent, mapless, and hardware-agnostic AI products are designed for automakers, accelerating the transition from assisted to automated driving.

In our fast-paced environment big problems ignite us—we embrace uncertainty, leaning into complex challenges to unlock groundbreaking solutions. We aim high and stay humble in our pursuit of excellence, constantly learning and evolving as we pave the way for a smarter, safer future.

At Wayve, your contributions matter. We value diversity, embrace new perspectives, and foster an inclusive work environment; we back each other to deliver impact.

Make Wayve the experience that defines your career!

About the Role

We are seeking an Indirect Purchasing Manager to lead procurement and contract management activities across multiple business functions, including Marketing, People/HR, Facilities, SaaS/IT, and Security. This role will partner closely with stakeholders to ensure cost-effective sourcing, compliance with company policies, and timely delivery of services.

The Indirect Purchasing Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, including supplier selection, negotiation, contract management, and ongoing vendor performance monitoring. The role requires a balance of strategic thinking, hands-on execution, and the ability to collaborate across teams in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Contract Management

Manage the sourcing, negotiation, and contracting process for indirect categories: Marketing, People team services, Facilities, SaaS/IT subscriptions, and Security.

Maintain supplier records and procurement documentation to ensure compliance with internal policies.

Supplier & Stakeholder Management

Partner with internal stakeholders to define requirements, evaluate suppliers, and align purchasing with business priorities.

Serve as the primary point of contact between vendors and internal teams for escalation and issue resolution.

Cost & Process Optimization

Conduct cost analysis and benchmarking to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.

Support budget planning and forecasting for indirect spend categories.

Risk & Compliance

Ensure that all procurement activities adhere to company policies and compliance requirements.

Skills & Qualifications

7+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or contract management, preferably in indirect categories.

Familiarity with contract law and experience working with Legal teams on commercial agreements.

Experience with ERP systems, procurement tools, or contract management software preferred.

We understand that everyone has a unique set of skills and experiences and that not everyone will meet all of the requirements listed above. If you're passionate about self-driving cars and think you have what it takes to make a positive impact on the world, we encourage you to apply.

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DISCLAIMER: We will not ask about marriage or pregnancy, care responsibilities or disabilities in any of our job adverts or interviews. However, we do look to capture information about care responsibilities, and disabilities among other diversity information as part of an optional DEI Monitoring form to help us identify areas of improvement in our hiring process and ensure that the process is inclusive and non-discriminatory.

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