Technical Buyer, Robotics

Wonder; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Job summary

Wonder’s Boston office in Charlestown, MA is seeking a highly organized Engineering Buyer to support our R&D Engineering teams as we rapidly develop robotics for next-generation restaurants. You’ll execute purchases, vet vendors, and keep complex builds on schedule, managing the vendor lifecycle end-to-end.

This role requires 3–5+ years in purchasing for hardware/automation, strong communication, and comfort building procurement tooling.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain for hardware/automation.
• BS in Supply Chain, Business Admin, Operations preferred.
• Technical familiarity with hardware/automation concepts.

Responsibilities

• Execute PO transactions and manage vendor lifecycle end-to-end.
• Track orders, expedite shipments, align with build milestones.
• Coordinate with legal on NDAs and vendor contracts as needed.
• Organize vendor documentation and product specs for engineers.

Skills

Procurement systems

Vendor management

Technical communication

Project management

Datasheet reading

Education

BS in Supply Chain

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP systems

SAP

Job description

Everything’s on the menu at Wonder. Except compromise.

Wonder is the mealtime platform built to feed every craving in one order. With Wonder, you can mix and match hundreds of dishes from 20+ exclusive restaurants in a single order, so everyone gets exactly what they’re craving. Enjoy everything from tacos to Thai with $0 delivery fees, plus dine-in or pick up at a Wonder location near you. Each dish is made to order on-site by our culinary team and served hot.

Behind the scenes, Wonder owns and operates every step of the dining experience, from recipe development to the technology that powers our experience, allowing us to deliver quality, variety, and consistency at scale.

Join us as we work to make great food more accessible.

Everything’s on the menu at Wonder. Except compromise.

The Wonder app is the premiere platform to feed every craving, all in one order. Our 25+ award-winning restaurant partners span every cuisine you can think of, from Greek to Thai, and come from the minds of the best chefs in the industry—Bobby Flay, José Andrés, Marcus Samuelsson, and more.

Within Wonder, the Robotics team is a core pillar of our innovation strategy. We build the automation solutions that help make Wonder’s 'no-compromise' promise possible at scale. Our mission is to use robotics to enable incredible variety and culinary authenticity. By reimagining the kitchen environment, we improve the daily experience of our team members and ensure every customer receives a perfect meal, every time.

The best in the business are coming to Wonder, working every day to make us the destination for every mealtime moment. Join a team of technology, culinary, and logistics pioneers, backed by top-tier venture capitalists, and help us make great food more accessible.

About The Opportunity

We're seeking a highly organized Engineering Buyer to support our R&D Engineering teams in rapidly developing robotics for Wonder’s next-generation restaurants. You’ll work directly alongside our engineering team to execute purchases, vet vendors, and keep complex builds on schedule. You won’t just execute purchase orders; you’ll manage the vendor lifecycle administratively, untangle accounting and PO platform bottlenecks, and own the procurement process end-to-end across multiple concurrent projects. We want someone who is relentlessly organized, an effective communicator, and has experience procuring parts for hardware automation products.

The Impact You Will Make

Procurement Execution & Tracking

• Execute and manage PO transactions for engineering components across sensors, actuators, passive components, testing tools, and custom-fabricated parts.


• Track open orders, monitor lead times, and aggressively expedite critical shipments to ensure purchasing timelines align with build milestones.


• Maintain an organized, up-to-date tracker of open orders with current status, tracking information, and priority for regular team review.


• Manage receiving, notification and storage of components as they arrive


• Serve as the primary administrative point of contact for engineering vendors. Set up introductory calls, coordinate onsite demos, and ensure the right engineering stakeholders are in the room.


• Onboard new vendors into the company's purchasing systems


• Own ongoing vendor account management, resolving any discrepancies with shipments, damaged goods, invoicing and returns (RMAs).

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate with legal on NDAs and vendor contracts as needed.


• Partner closely with Wonder’s internal procurement and accounting teams to resolve issues with the PO platform, invoice matching, or approvals. We’re actively building and refining our procurement tooling, so comfort operating in an environment where processes are still being worked out is essential.

Documentation & Communication

• Collect and organize vendor documentation, datasheets, and product specs for team reference so engineers can access technical information quickly.

What You Bring to the Table

Education & Experience

• 3-5+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain, specifically supporting hardware, manufacturing, or automation products.


• Preferred: BS in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Operations, or a related field (an engineering degree is not required, but technical familiarity is a preferred).

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with standard procurement/spend management platforms.


• Ability to read part numbers, interpret basic technical terminology on datasheets, and communicate effectively with technical vendors

Professional Skills

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and keep meticulous records.


• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams (specifically closing the gap between Engineering and Finance/Accounting).


• Relentless follow-through and a strong ability to synthesize information for distribution within a team.


• Competent at spreadsheets and building/using digital organization tools

This role requires a minimum of 4 days a week in the office, with additional days as needed based on project demands.

This role is based in our Boston office in Charlestown, MA

Massachusetts: $82,000- $108,000 per year.

#LI-hybrid

Wonder uses geographic-specific salary structures, which means the salary offered may vary depending on where the job is located. The final salary offer will take into account various factors, such as the candidate's skills, education, training, credentials, and experience.

The benefits applicable to this role include a competitive compensation package with equity and a 401(k). We also offer a choice of medical, dental, and vision plans, company paid short and long term disability coverage, paid time off including flexible time off for exempt employees, paid vacation for non-exempt employees, and paid sick leave in compliance with applicable law in addition to paid parental leave, discounted meals and exclusive perks across the Wonder family of brands.

Eligibility, effective dates, and available plan options vary by employment classification and location. To learn more about benefits for this role, visit our Careers page here.

A Final Note

At Wonder, we build the best teams by hiring with an objective lens — evaluating people for their potential while championing diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. As part of our commitment to fair and compliant hiring practices, Wonder participates in the federal government's E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. If you need an accommodation during the interview process, please let your recruiter know.

We look forward to hearing from you! We'll contact you via email or text to schedule interviews and share information about your candidacy