David Wright
About David Wright
David Wright serves as the Purchasing Director at Wastequip, a position he has held since 2023. He has a diverse background in accounting and management, with previous roles at Wastequip and the US Army.
Work at Wastequip
David Wright has held multiple positions at Wastequip, demonstrating a progressive career within the company. He began as a Cost Accountant in 2019, where he worked for nine months. He then advanced to the role of Senior Cost Accountant and Inventory Subject Matter Expert from 2020 to 2021. Following this, he served as a Senior Production Planner for five months in 2021 and transitioned to the position of Material Control Manager from 2022 to 2023. In 2023, he was appointed as Purchasing Director, a role he currently occupies.
Military Background
David Wright served in the US Army, where he held various leadership roles. He was a Team Leader at Fort Polk, LA, from 2010 to 2011. He continued his military career as an Infantry Squad Leader from 2011 to 2013, also at Fort Polk. Later, he served as a Platoon Sergeant Rear Detachment from 2013 to 2014. His military experience contributed to his leadership and management skills.
Education and Expertise
David Wright earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Clemson University, where he studied from 2016 to 2018. His educational background in accounting has supported his roles in financial management and cost accounting throughout his career. This academic foundation has been essential in his various positions at Wastequip.