Buyer

Cleaver-Brooks; Stratford; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading boiler systems provider in Stratford, ON, is looking for a Buyer responsible for sourcing and procuring materials and components. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of technical buying experience, strong vendor management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Join a company that emphasizes efficiency and sustainable solutions in the boiler industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in industrial or technical buying.
• Strong knowledge of materials and components used in pressure vessel or boiler manufacturing.
• Proficient in reading technical drawings and interpreting specifications.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase materials, fabricated components, and consumables specific to boiler production and aftermarket service parts.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing, favorable terms, and quality assurance.
• Evaluate supplier performance and maintain approved supplier lists.

Skills

Vendor management

Technical purchasing

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management

CIPS or similar procurement certification

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Syspro)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Any salary estimation specified in this job board may or may not be aligned with our organization’s pay philosophy. Apply to connect with a Talent Acquisition Partner who can provide you more details!

The Buyer will be responsible for sourcing and procuring materials and components for boiler fabrication and aftermarket sales. This role requires strong vendor management skills, technical purchasing experience, and the ability to coordinate with engineering, production, and quality control teams to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods.

The successful candidate will be mature and responsible, able to work overtime when required and have their own transportation.

Job Location: Stratford, ON

Key Responsibilities

• Source and purchase materials, fabricated components, and consumables specific to boiler production and aftermarket service parts.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing, favorable terms, and quality assurance.
• Evaluate supplier performance and maintain approved supplier lists.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to align procurement with project timelines.
• Monitor stock levels and initiate orders to prevent shortages or overstocking.
• Ensure compliance with internal purchasing policies and external regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier information using the ERP system.
• Resolve issues related to delivery, quality, or pricing in coordination with suppliers.

Qualifications and skills

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in industrial or technical buying.
• Strong knowledge of materials and components used in pressure vessel or boiler manufacturing.
• Proficient in reading technical drawings and interpreting specifications.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Syspro) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or related field.
• CIPS or similar procurement certification is an advantage.
• Knowledge of ASME, ISO, or other relevant standards in boiler manufacturing.

Who is Cleaver-Brooks

Cleaver-Brooks is the market leader in providing fully integrated boiler and burner systems. We lead the boiler / burner industry due to our unmatched distribution network’s ability to deliver the knowledge, service, training, and support that are essential to long-term performance. Our customers will tell you that we are the only equipment provider that manufactures boilers, burners, controls, and a full array of ancillary and aftermarket products. They will also mention that our unique single-source capability means that we can deliver fully integrated boiler room solutions that reduce overall costs and optimize space. It is our focus on products that deliver the most efficient, reliable, safe, and environmentally sustainable solutions that differentiate us in the marketplace. Cleaver-Brooks continues a 90+ year legacy of providing the customers we serve with extraordinary products designed to deliver unsurpassed performance through the power of commitment.

This description indicates the general nature of the tasks and responsibilities required of positions given this classification. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of management to assign, direct, and control the specific duties of individuals performing this function. The Company reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any section of this document as it deems, in its judgement, to be proper.

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