Junior Buyer

Iconic Power Systems Inc.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Iconic Power Systems Inc. is seeking a Junior Buyer in Mississauga to procure goods, materials, and services for projects, balancing price, quality, and delivery. This hands-on role supports strategic sourcing and vendor management within a fast-paced construction environment.

You’ll learn procurement practices, work with cross-functional teams, and help ensure compliance with company policies while developing expertise in purchasing and supply chain management.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of purchasing experience in construction/industrial/project environment.

Responsibilities

• Review and process purchase requisitions and BOMs for accuracy.
• Clarify specifications, delivery requirements and technical details with stakeholders.
• Prepare and issue RFQs (formal and informal).
• Analyze quotations and assist with negotiating pricing, delivery, payment terms, and contract conditions.
• Create and manage purchase orders and track critical materials.
• Support delivery scheduling to meet project changes.
• Monitor supplier performance on quality, cost, and on-time delivery.
• Assist in identifying and maintaining approved suppliers.
• Support sourcing initiatives to improve cost, quality, and delivery.
• Contribute to cost-reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain purchasing records, pricing data, and vendor information.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Project Management, Operations, Fleet, and Warehouse teams.

Skills

Negotiation

Procurement basics

Data analysis

Organization

Communication

Prioritization

Excel (PivotTables)

Incoterms

Supply chain fundamentals

Health & safety

Education

CPM CPSM CPIM (asset)

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Related

Trade certification (Powerline Technician/Electrician/Mechanic) (asset)

Equivalent combinations of education/experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $68,000.00 Annually

Basic Function

The Junior Buyer position is responsible for the procurement of goods, materials, and services to ensure operational and project requirements are met while achieving the best combination of price, quality, and delivery. This role supports strategic sourcing, vendor management, and purchase order administration while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop procurement expertise through hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to purchasing activities within a fast-paced construction and project environment.

Qualifications

Education

• CPM, CPSM, CPIM, or equivalent certification is considered an asset; progress toward certification is encouraged.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field is considered an asset.
• Trade certification in a related field (Powerline Technician, Electrician, Mechanic, etc.) may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Equivalent combinations of education, trade experience, industry experience, or procurement experience will be considered.

Experience

• 0-3 years of purchasing, procurement, or buying experience within a construction, industrial, or project environment.

Skills

• Demonstrated aptitude for negotiation and supplier engagement.
• Foundational knowledge of procurement practices, Incoterms, contract terms, and supply chain fundamentals.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, Pivot Tables, and VLOOKUPs.
• Knowledge of the Transmission & Distribution industry is considered a strong asset.
• Effective time management and workload prioritization skills.
• Understanding of health and safety practices within a safety-focused construction environment is an asset.

Other

• Valid Class 5 driver's license is considered an asset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Duties

The following duties are performed in a learning capacity under the guidance of experienced procurement professionals:

• Review and process purchase requisitions and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for accuracy and completeness.
• Clarify specifications, delivery requirements, and technical details with stakeholders as required.
• Prepare and issue formal and informal Requests for Quotation (RFQs).
• Analyze quotations and assist with negotiating pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, and contract conditions.
• Create and manage purchase orders while tracking and expediting critical materials.
• Support delivery scheduling to meet changing project requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance relating to quality, cost, and on-time delivery.
• Assist in identifying, evaluating, and maintaining approved suppliers.
• Support sourcing initiatives that improve cost, quality, and delivery performance.
• Contribute to cost-reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, pricing data, and vendor information.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Project Management, Operations, Fleet, and Warehouse teams to support project execution.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, trade regulations, and ethical sourcing practices.
• Participate in vendor demonstrations and new product evaluations.

Why Join Iconic Power Systems?

At Iconic Power Systems, our values of Safety, Integrity, Quality, Accountability, and Teamwork guide everything we do. As a Junior Buyer, you'll gain valuable experience supporting critical infrastructure projects while developing your procurement and supply chain career alongside an experienced team.