Role overview

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.