Purchasing Agent (6 months+)

Position Summary CIMCO Refrigeration is looking for a Purchasing Agent on a 6 month contract with an opportunity for full time conversion. This role will be based in Burlington, ON and hours of work will be from 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM. This position is a combination of Buyer, Expediter and provides some Technical Support in our National Parts Centre, a fast-paced internal order desk.Responsibilities include ensuring a timely and accurate response to pricing and delivery requests to CIMCO staff across North America. This role also includes sourcing and purchasing products and dealing directly with vendors throughout North America. As well as providing some technical support to the National Parts Centre. Join our team! This is an existing vacancy that we are actively looking to fill. Role Responsibilities * Providing prompt and accurate pricing and delivery lead time quotations to CIMCO refrigeration mechanics, engineers, and sales reps. Inquiries may be by phone, email, fax or internal ERP system (SAP) * Checking material availability with SAP inventory system or from preferred vendors. * Using standard industry resources to locate sources of information and parts * Locating potential vendors, communicate with vendors, establishing relationships, and obtaining required information * Issue Purchase orders to vendors. Expedite deliveries and track shipments as required. * Resolving all inquiries, issues and technical part problems. Provide alternate solutions where applicable Required Professional Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications * Previous buying experience in an industrial environment * Mechanical aptitude or industrial/technical knowledge is considered a very strong asset * Accuracy and attention to detail is imperative * Self-motivated & autonomous * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment * Above average communications skills required * Experience with SAP is an asset, but will consider experience with other ERP applications as well * Post-secondary education preferred * Proficiency with MS Office applications (Excel, Word & Outlook) We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that our hiring processes may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with screening, assessing, or selecting candidates; all final decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. Company Profile CIMCO specializes in the engineering, design, manufacture, installation and service of complex thermal building solutions for industrial, process cooling and recreational refrigeration and mechanical systems. For more than 100 years, CIMCO’s leadership and unparalleled research, development and manufacturing programs has put us at the forefront of industry advancements and technological breakthroughs. Our professional engineers, technicians and designers apply innovative state-of-the-art equipment and refrigerants to develop systems that meet even the most complex thermal challenges. We offer our employees excellent compensation, medical and dental benefit programs, retirement savings options, career development opportunities, mentoring and continuing education. CIMCO is committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Together, we embrace diversity of thought, experience, and perspective, as we combine our unique skills and capabilities to drive successful outcomes for all stakeholders. As an equal opportunity employer, CIMCO provides accessibility accommodations during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

The Purchasing Agent will manage procurement activities, including sourcing products, issuing purchase orders, and expediting deliveries for internal staff. Additionally, the role provides technical support and accurate pricing quotations to refrigeration mechanics and engineers.

Candidates should have previous buying experience in an industrial environment and proficiency with ERP systems like SAP. Strong communication skills, mechanical aptitude, and attention to detail are essential for success in this fast-paced role.

• Medical benefit program • Dental benefit program • Retirement savings options • Career development opportunities • Mentoring • Continuing education

• Problem solvingPreferred
• Attention to detailPreferred
• Inventory managementPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Purchasing
• Buying
• Expediting
• Technical support
• SAP
• ERP systems
• Inventory management
• Vendor relations
• Pricing
• Lead time management
• Mechanical aptitude
• Communication skills
• MS Office
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving
• Self-Motivation
• Microsoft Excel
• Communication
• Engineering Design Process
• Enterprise Resource Planning
• Sales
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Inventory Management System
• Mechanics
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Mechanical Systems
• Mentorship
• Microsoft Outlook
• Quotations
• Research And Development
• Refrigerant
• SAP Applications
• Detail Oriented

• Manufacturing
• Logistics
• Administrative
• Engineering
• Sales
• Purchasing Agent
• Purchasing Agent (General)
• Buyers
• Buyers and Purchasing Agents, Farm Products
• Buyers and Purchasing Agents

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week