Technical Buyer

Technical Buyer (On-site)

• Manufacturing

• Purchasing / Procurement

• Ontario

• Permanent / Full Time

Responsible for reviewing production requirements and, using best practices and company policies, ordering and actively managing technical materials and services to meet organizational needs. This is a highly administrative, system-driven role focused on disciplined follow-up of open purchase orders, continuous status updates, supplier communication, and ensuring accurate real-time information within the ERP/MRP system.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Purchase Order Follow-Up & System Management

• Procure consumables, raw materials, electromechanical components, and non-inventory items as required.

• Review open purchase orders daily and follow up with suppliers to confirm current status and delivery commitments.

• Obtain purchase order acknowledgments in a timely manner and verify accuracy of quantities, pricing, and delivery dates.

• Actively monitor supplier promise dates and follow up on any missed, revised, or at-risk delivery dates.

• Collect tracking information from suppliers for all shipped materials and ensure tracking details are entered in the ERP/MRP system.

• Update purchase order status, revised dates, tracking information, and follow-up notes in the system on a frequent and ongoing basis throughout the day.

• Ensure ERP/MRP information reflects the most current supplier commitments at all times.

• Communicate status changes or delivery risks to the Purchasing Manager and relevant team members as required.

Supplier Coordination & Support

• Maintain professional supplier communication focused on obtaining accurate and timely delivery information.

• Follow up persistently with suppliers to confirm shipment dates, revised commitments, and tracking details.

• Support resolution of delivery discrepancies and shortages in coordination with the Purchasing team.

• Collaborate with the Purchasing Manager when escalation is required.

Administrative & System Discipline

• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to manage open orders and monitor delivery commitments.

• Ensure all purchase order data, acknowledgments, revised dates, and tracking details are accurately maintained.

• Maintain organized documentation of supplier communications and delivery updates.

• Collaborate with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies and documentation issues.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Accredited Four-Year University Degree or Three-Year Technical Diploma.

• 3–5 years’ experience in a Technical Buyer or purchasing role within a manufacturing environment.

• Experience managing technically engineered components or assemblies.

• Demonstrated ability to follow up on open purchase orders and maintain accurate system updates.

• Strong administrative discipline and attention to detail.

• Experience with ERP/MRP manufacturing systems.

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.

• Understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and quality standards.

Company Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development within a technical and innovative environment.

• Collaborative and supportive team culture.

Pay : $60000 to $65000 plus profit sharing as applicable.