Wander

Procurement Specialist

Argentina

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Real Estate, Consumer GoodsIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Salary: (Not specified - Contact careers@wander.com for details)

Wander is a growing fast-paced startup seeking a full-time Procurement Specialist to supply and maintain smart home properties across the US. This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly expanding company and potentially travel to beautiful locations. Ideal candidates will have experience in white labeling, branded partnerships, product development, and wholesale ordering. Please send your resume to careers@wander.com!

Requirements

  • 2+ years of procurement experience
  • Experience working with a US-based company
  • Ability to produce budgeted plans and track to completion
  • Strong work ethic
  • Ability to multitask and manage competing requirements

Responsibilities

  • Collaborating with the home setup team to ensure all items are ordered, delivered, and any returns are tracked.
  • Curating Wander branded, high-quality products from vendors overseas to lower costs.
  • Managing the shipment of these products to a warehouse and then stocking them into every property.
  • Ordering furniture & supplies to a new property that’s coming online.
  • Working hand-in-hand with other members of the Wander ops team to ensure timely delivery and budget adherence.
  • Working alongside virtual interior designers to ensure all furniture is ordered and within budget.
  • Preparing budget setups for properties and tracking against actuals.
  • Managing returns when products do not fit or are not necessary.
  • Managing inventory for each property, re-ordering necessities when needed.

Company Information

  • About Wander: Wander is verticalizing the $100B+ short-term rental industry. We own the demand, booking, smart home technology, home management, and the homes themselves, creating an unmatched guest experience.
  • Mission: To help people find their happy place.
  • Vision: To create the infrastructure for people to experience the world.
  • Home Operations: Backed by legendary investors and featuring experienced startup operators.
  • Culture: A tight-knit team with a strong work ethic and a common goal to build a lasting company.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Equity

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wander is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination because of sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, age, national origin, military status, religion, or disability, or any other legally protected status.

Skills

Procurement
Budgeting
Inventory Management
Supply Chain
Wholesale Ordering
Product Development
Vendor Management
Returns Management
Negotiation
US-based sourcing

Wander

Vacation home rentals with hotel amenities

About Wander

Wander.com offers vacation home rentals that come with hotel-grade amenities, catering to a wide range of travelers from casual vacationers to frequent visitors. The platform allows users to browse and book vacation homes through the Wander app, which features a diverse portfolio of properties in various scenic locations. Each rental is designed to provide an enhanced experience, including modern workstations, top-tier cleaning services, and 24/7 concierge support. What sets Wander apart from traditional vacation rental services is its focus on combining the comfort of a home with luxury hotel-like features. The company's goal is to create a relaxing and thoughtful vacation experience for its users, as evidenced by the positive feedback from over 212,603 app users who appreciate the service.

Austin, TexasHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$31.1MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Paid Vacation

Risks

High competition from startups using social media to capture market share.
Over-reliance on luxury market segment vulnerable to economic downturns.
Challenges in maintaining consistent standards across diverse property locations.

Differentiation

Wander offers hotel-grade amenities in vacation rentals, setting it apart from competitors.
The company integrates smart mattresses for personalized sleep experiences, enhancing guest satisfaction.
Wander's diverse property portfolio includes unique locations like Yellowstone Valley and Kauai Cliffs.

Upsides

$100M credit facility from Credit Suisse supports expansion and service enhancement.
Partnership with Once Upon A Coconut attracts health-conscious travelers with sustainable refreshments.
Social media marketing on TikTok and Instagram increases brand visibility among younger demographics.

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