Purchasing Agent (6 months+)

CIMCO Refrigeration•Calgary, AB

5d•CA$30 - CA$33•Onsite

About The Position

CIMCO Refrigeration is seeking a Purchasing Agent for a 6-month contract with the potential for full-time conversion. This role, based in Calgary, AB, operates from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The position combines the duties of a Buyer, Expediter, and provides some Technical Support within the National Parts Centre, which is a high-volume internal order desk. Key responsibilities include ensuring timely and accurate responses to pricing and delivery requests from CIMCO staff across North America, sourcing and purchasing products, and managing vendor relationships. The role also involves providing technical support to the National Parts Centre.

Requirements

Previous buying experience in an industrial environment.
Accuracy and attention to detail is imperative.
Self-motivated & autonomous.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Above average communications skills required.
Proficiency with MS Office applications (Excel, Word & Outlook).

Nice To Haves

Mechanical aptitude or industrial/technical knowledge is considered a very strong asset.
Experience with SAP is an asset, but experience with other ERP applications will be considered.
Post-secondary education preferred.

Responsibilities

Providing prompt and accurate pricing and delivery lead time quotations to CIMCO refrigeration mechanics, engineers, and sales reps via phone, email, fax, or internal ERP system (SAP).
Checking material availability using the SAP inventory system or from preferred vendors.
Using standard industry resources to locate information and parts.
Identifying potential vendors, communicating with them, establishing relationships, and obtaining required information.
Issuing Purchase orders to vendors.
Expediting deliveries and tracking shipments as required.
Resolving all inquiries, issues, and technical part problems.
Providing alternate solutions where applicable.