Central Operations and Purchasing Specialist
Wavenet
Date: 23 hours ago
City: Solihull
Contract type: Full time

Company Description
Wavenet is a managed services provider offering cybersecurity, communications, and connectivity that grows with our customers’ businesses – no matter what the future holds.
Since 2000, we’ve been keeping businesses connected.
At Wavenet, we don’t just provide solutions for today but for tomorrow, too. We’re always thinking ahead of the technology curve, so our customers feel confident that when they work with us, we’re striving to make their business future-proof.
Customer success is our success. We go the extra mile in providing superior service quality and unparalleled customer experience, becoming anextension of your business, and always delivering on our promise to make their business brilliant.
Job Description
Join our dynamic Central Operations team based in Solihull, and play a key role in keeping our business running smoothly and efficiently.
We're looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented Central Operations and Purchasing Specialist to support a wide range of internal purchasing, supplier management, travel coordination, and facilities support functions. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working collaboratively across departments, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
Internal Purchasing
At Wavenet, we offer more than just a job – we provide an exceptional environment and a wide range of benefits to support your success from day one. With us, you’ll enjoy a generous starting annual leave allowance, private medical coverage, discounted health plans, an eye care scheme, and comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, all backed by a dedicated in-house Wellbeing Team.
We believe in a strong work-life balance, rewarding your commitment with an additional day of annual leave each year, reaching up to 28 days. Here’s a closer look at what we offer:
Apply today or contact our friendly Talent Acquisition Team for more information.
Wavenet is a managed services provider offering cybersecurity, communications, and connectivity that grows with our customers’ businesses – no matter what the future holds.
Since 2000, we’ve been keeping businesses connected.
At Wavenet, we don’t just provide solutions for today but for tomorrow, too. We’re always thinking ahead of the technology curve, so our customers feel confident that when they work with us, we’re striving to make their business future-proof.
Customer success is our success. We go the extra mile in providing superior service quality and unparalleled customer experience, becoming anextension of your business, and always delivering on our promise to make their business brilliant.
Job Description
Join our dynamic Central Operations team based in Solihull, and play a key role in keeping our business running smoothly and efficiently.
We're looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented Central Operations and Purchasing Specialist to support a wide range of internal purchasing, supplier management, travel coordination, and facilities support functions. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working collaboratively across departments, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
Internal Purchasing
- Process requisitions via ConnectWise/ServiceNow and raise POs in Sage 200
- Allocate cost centres and receipt POs upon delivery
- Manage internal purchase requests (e.g. marketing, software, office supplies)
- Oversee Wavenet subscriptions and renewals
- Onboard new suppliers and ensure documentation compliance
- Liaise with Compliance and Purchase Ledger teams
- Conduct supplier performance reviews
- Act as main contact for travel bookings (trains, hotels, flights)
- Manage user access and update travel policies
- Identify and report cost-saving opportunities
- Raise POs for PPM contracts and ad hoc requests
- Support the Facilities team by organising Helpdesk inbox communications
- Manage and respond to queries related to purchasing, suppliers, travel, and facilities
- What We're Looking For:
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency with systems such as Sage 200, ConnectWise, ServiceNow, or similar platforms
- Experience in purchasing, supplier coordination, or operations administration
- A proactive attitude and ability to work independently and as part of a team
At Wavenet, we offer more than just a job – we provide an exceptional environment and a wide range of benefits to support your success from day one. With us, you’ll enjoy a generous starting annual leave allowance, private medical coverage, discounted health plans, an eye care scheme, and comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, all backed by a dedicated in-house Wellbeing Team.
We believe in a strong work-life balance, rewarding your commitment with an additional day of annual leave each year, reaching up to 28 days. Here’s a closer look at what we offer:
- Hybrid Working: A flexible hybrid model, typically 3–4 days per week in one of our offices, with the option to work from home where appropriate.
- Annual Leave:Begin your journey with 25 days of leave, increasing by one day per year up to 28 days – our way of saying thank you for your dedication.
- Health & Wellbeing:Your wellbeing is a priority. Enjoy private medical coverage, discounted health plans, virtual GP access, an eye care scheme, and a comprehensive employee assistance programme, all supported by our internal Wellbeing Team.
Apply today or contact our friendly Talent Acquisition Team for more information.
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