Agent, Purchasing I

CECO Environmental•Lennon, MI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

CECO Environmental is a global leader in providing sustainable solutions for industrial air, water, and energy transition. Since 1966, we’ve been addressing the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. Our mission is to protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment, making a tangible impact across industries like renewable energy, semiconductor manufacturing, power generation, and water treatment. As a purpose-driven company, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and integrity, ensuring that every project we undertake creates lasting positive change. At CECO, you’ll be part of a growing, dynamic team committed to a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable future. We are proud to share that CECO was named one of Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Companies for 2025 and that Forbes recognized CECO as one of America’s Most Successful Small‑Cap Companies for 2026, marking our third consecutive year on the Forbes list. CECO Environmental is a publicly traded company on the NASDAQ under the ticker CECO, reflecting our strong growth, financial performance, and commitment to delivering value to shareholders. As part of the CECO Environmental family of brands, Industrial Air Solutions plays a critical role in delivering specialized air solutions that protect both people and the environment. By joining our team, you’ll contribute to our shared mission of protecting global industrial operations and shaping the future of environmental stewardship.

Requirements

7+ years’ experience purchasing in a sub-contract, manufacturing, or project environment for Industrial Manufacturing or customs engineered products
Strong knowledge of supply chain management required
Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management
Ability to gather and analyze data
Microsoft Office proficiency with an emphasis on excel
Solid judgement, decision making skills and leadership capabilities
Highly motivated, self-directed and customer service oriented
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple projects
Exceptional negotiation skills
The ability to travel when necessary

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in supply chain management or business administration preferred

Responsibilities

Executing all aspects of purchasing to efficiently and cost-effectively support organizational operations.
Generating all purchase orders for raw materials, equipment, tools, parts and supplies.
Planning and scheduling deliveries to optimize inventories in support of production schedules and business demands.
Sourcing equipment, goods, fabrication and services along with vendor identification and management.
Reviewing purchase requisitions and conferring with suppliers to obtain product information such as price, availability and delivery schedule.
Receiving price quotes from vendors, comparing quotes against requirements and the budget, and purchase orders.
Negotiating purchase orders and closing deals with optimal terms.
Verifying receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered. Resolving any shipment errors with suppliers.
Supporting the development and implementation of new purchasing strategies to deliver ongoing cost reductions and process simplification.
Entering purchase orders for OE, AM, and stock for multiple brands. Includes fabrication PO’s along with buyout items.
Assisting in input and updating min/max data on stock/raw material.
Maintaining positive and cooperative communications with all stakeholders.
Updating pricing in database on commodities (under the direction of management).
Monitoring vendor schedules to maximize on-time deliveries to ensure that required schedules are being met.
Ensuring all procured items are delivered as per Purchase Order due dates, will proactive follow up.
Other job duties as required.