Supply Chain Co-op
Gardena, CA - USA
Job Summary
Position Summary
The Supply Chain Co-op supports Procurement and Supply Chain operations through inventory management work order analysis purchasing process improvements and supplier management initiatives. This position provides hands-on exposure to aerospace manufacturing supply chain functions while contributing to operational efficiency inventory reduction efforts and process standardization projects. The Co-op will collaborate with buyers production teams and cross-functional departments to support continuous improvement initiatives.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
The Supply Chain Co-op will assist with responsibilities in the following areas:
- Analyze and identify aging work orders (WOs) and work requests (WRs).
- Support inventory reduction initiatives by evaluating aging inventory and recommending corrective actions.
- Collaborate with upstream operations and manufacturing departments to resolve issues impacting work order execution.
- Assist in maintaining compliance with established purchasing and procurement timelines including the 48-hour purchase order release requirement.
- Develop and maintain centralized procurement tools and documentation.
- Complete and update supplier quotation files and supporting purchasing documentation.
- Assist with development and maintenance of Out of Requirement (OOR) tracking files.
- Create and improve purchase order templates to standardize purchasing language and processes.
- Develop and maintain pricing sheets based on updated outside processing and supplier costs.
- Support continuous improvement projects focused on supply chain efficiency and data accuracy.
- Prepare reports analyze operational data and provide recommendations to Supply Chain leadership.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
- Ability to collect analyze and interpret data to support business decisions.
- Strong initiative and continuous improvement mindset.
- Ability to build effective working relationships with cross-functional teams.
Experience & Education
- Currently pursuing a Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration Operations Management Industrial Engineering or a related field.
- Prior internship project or coursework experience related to supply chain procurement inventory control manufacturing or operations is preferred.
- Experience using Excel for data analysis reporting and tracking is preferred.
- Interest in aerospace manufacturing and supply chain operations strongly preferred.