Procurement & Sourcing Associate — OEM Supply Chain

Waev; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Waev Inc. in Anaheim, CA is seeking a Junior Sourcing & Procurement Specialist to support supplier sourcing, manage purchase orders, and ensure timely delivery of components to sustain Waev's manufacturing operations.

This temp-to-hire role emphasizes identifying suppliers, RFQ/RFP support, cost competitiveness, and day-to-day procurement execution, with exposure to ERP systems and cross-functional teamwork.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 0–2 years of experience in purchasing, buying, or procurement; internship or co-op experience in a manufacturing or supply chain environment a plus.
• Exposure to sourcing, RFQ processes, or supplier coordination preferred; manufacturing or OEM environment a plus.
• Demonstrated experience identifying and delivering cost savings through supplier negotiations, sourcing initiatives, or cost-reduction projects.

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 promptly.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and support accounts payable as needed.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, item costs, and vendor data in the ERP system.
• Assist in preparing and issuing RFQs/RFPs; compile and summarize supplier quotes for review.
• Support identification and initial evaluation of alternate suppliers under direction of senior team members.
• Assist with supplier onboarding documentation and qualification activities.
• Gather market pricing data to support cost benchmarking and savings initiatives.
• Serve as a day-to-day 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.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Proficiency in Excel

Clear communication

Reading engineering drawings

Cost-conscious mindset

On-site collaboration

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Waev Inc. in Anaheim, CA is seeking a Junior Sourcing & Procurement Specialist to support supplier sourcing, manage purchase orders, and ensure timely delivery of components to sustain Waev's manufacturing operations.

This temp-to-hire role emphasizes identifying suppliers, RFQ/RFP support, cost competitiveness, and day-to-day procurement execution, with exposure to ERP systems and cross-functional teamwork.