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Job Title Junior Sourcing & Procurement Specialist Job Description In this role you will support supplier sourcing activities, manage purchase orders, and ensure the timely delivery of components and materials that sustain manufacturing operations. The position focuses on identifying and qualifying suppliers, supporting RFQ/RFP processes, and contributing to cost competitiveness. You will also handle day‑to‑day procurement execution, including PO management and supplier coordination within a dynamic OEM environment. Responsibilities Create, issue, and manage purchase orders for production components, materials, and indirect goods in the ERP system. Monitor open orders, track deliveries, and expedite as needed to meet production schedules. Confirm lead times, pricing, and delivery commitments with suppliers; expedite discrepancies. Resolve invoice discrepancies and support accounts payable. Maintain accurate purchasing records, item costs, and vendor data in the ERP system. Assist in preparing and issuing RFQs/RFPs and summarize supplier quotes for review. Support initial evaluation of alternate suppliers under senior supervision. Assist with supplier onboarding documentation and qualification activities. Gather market pricing data to support cost benchmarking and savings initiatives. Serve as a point of contact for supplier communication on open orders and delivery issues. Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Quality to support component releases, ECOs, and supply‑related issues. Communicate supply risks or shortages to internal stakeholders proactively. Support value‑engineering and cost‑down efforts by coordinating supplier input and data collection. Essential Skills 2+ years of purchasing or sourcing experience, including internships. Experience with vendor sourcing and ERP systems. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (vlookup, pivot tables, macros). Strong negotiation skills. Additional Skills & Qualifications AA degree required, BA preferred. Experience with RFQs and multilevel BOMs a plus. Experience with a high volume of SKUs and line items beneficial. Knowledge of NPI, customs, and trade compliance advantageous. Work Environment This position is 100% onsite at a manufacturing facility, with work hours starting between 6:30–7:00 am and a daily team meeting at 7:00 am. The team includes over 200 staff, primarily hourly employees on the manufacturing floor and in the warehouse. Work splits between office and production floor within a restructuring context that offers growth opportunities. Job Type & Location Contract to Hire, Anaheim, CA. Pay And Benefits Pay range: $26.50–$35.00 /hr. Benefits may include medical, dental & vision; critical illness, accident and hospital; 401(k) retirement plan; life insurance; short and long‑term disability; health spending account; transportation; employee assistance program; time off/leave. Requirements Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be available subject to specific elections, plan or program terms. Workplace Type Fully onsite in Anaheim, CA. Application Deadline Position is anticipated to close on Jul 15 2026. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Requests for accommodations may be submitted via email. The company complies with applicable laws prohibiting lie detector testing. Artificial Intelligence tools may be used in the hiring process. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aston Carter