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Wayve · 4 hours ago

Indirect Purchasing Manager (Contractor)

positionSunnyvale, CA
timeContract
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
date7+ years exp

Wayve is the leading developer of Embodied AI technology, focused on enhancing automated driving systems. The Indirect Purchasing Manager will lead procurement and contract management activities, ensuring cost-effective sourcing and compliance while collaborating with various stakeholders.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesElectric VehicleMachine Learning
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Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Manage the sourcing, negotiation, and contracting process for indirect categories: Marketing, People team services, Facilities, SaaS/IT subscriptions, and Security
Draft, review, negotiate and manage contracts, NDAs, MSAs, and SOWs with support from the Legal team
Monitor and track contract renewals, ensuring timely renegotiations and alignment with business needs
Maintain supplier records and procurement documentation to ensure compliance with internal policies
Partner with internal stakeholders to define requirements, evaluate suppliers, and align purchasing with business priorities
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers; conduct regular reviews to assess performance, service quality, and risk
Serve as the primary point of contact between vendors and internal teams for escalation and issue resolution
Conduct cost analysis and benchmarking to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements
Implement procurement best practices, including spend tracking, vendor scorecards, and contract lifecycle management
Support budget planning and forecasting for indirect spend categories
Ensure that all procurement activities adhere to company policies and compliance requirements
Collaborate with Legal, Finance, and Security to mitigate supplier and contractual risks
Drive consistency in procurement processes and governance across business functions

Qualification

Procurement managementContract negotiationSaaS procurementStakeholder managementERP systemsRisk managementCommunication skillsDetail-oriented

Required

7+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or contract management, preferably in indirect categories
Strong knowledge of SaaS/software procurement, marketing services, HR/People services, facilities, and security contracts
Proven negotiation skills and ability to balance cost, quality, and risk considerations
Familiarity with contract law and experience working with Legal teams on commercial agreements
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across functions
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

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

Company

Wayve

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Wayve develops AI software for automated driving that learns from data to navigate environments.
dateFounded in 2017
location
London, England, GBR
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://wayve.ai

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$1.26B
Key Investors
Innovate UKUberSoftBank
2025-07-28Grant
2024-08-29Series C
2024-05-06Series C· $1B

Leadership Team

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Alex Kendall
Co-Founder & CEO
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Max Warburton
Chief Financial Officer

Recent News

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Nissan Partners with Wayve for AI-Driven Autonomous Driving Tech
2025-12-28
Tech Xplore
Uber and Lyft plan to bring robotaxis to London in partnerships with China's Baidu
2025-12-24
AP News
Uber and Lyft plan to bring robotaxis to London in partnerships with China’s Baidu
2025-12-22
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