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About the Role

As a Junior Buyer, you will support the procurement function by managing day-to-day purchasing activities, primarily focused on MRO materials. You will play a key role in ensuring timely material availability, maintaining accurate system data, and supporting supplier coordination to drive supply chain efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Raise and process purchase orders for MRO materials, consumables, spare parts, and indirect goods.
• Expedite purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Track and follow up on open orders to maintain accurate system status.
• Support purchase requisition management and documentation.
• Respond to internal requests from maintenance, production, and operations teams.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding order status, delivery schedules, and issue resolution.
• Monitor supplier performance including on-time delivery and responsiveness.
• Escalate supply or delivery issues to senior team members.
• Support vendor returns and process Non-Conformance Notifications.
• Maintain accurate data in ERP systems including lead times, pricing, and tracking.
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages or excess stock.
• Support data accuracy and procurement process improvements.
• Ensure purchase orders reflect correct pricing and terms.
• Assist in identifying and minimizing purchase price variances.
• Support cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement activities.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain.
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple transactional tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic understanding of procurement and inventory management principles.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the supply chain function.

Skills

• Procurement
• Purchasing
• Supply Chain Management
• MRO procurement
• ERP systems
• Microsoft Excel
• Data management
• Inventory management
• Supplier coordination
• Cost control

Location

• Scarborough, Ontario

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• 1–3 years

Education Level

• Post-secondary education in supply chain management, business administration, or related field is an asset

About the Company

• Global leader in fluid-flow technology with over 1400 employees.
• Operates eight manufacturing facilities on four continents.
• Dedicated to engineering the future and safeguarding the planet.