Junior Buyer

Junior Buyer

Schwank North America is expanding its team and looking to fill a new position!

We’re seeking a Junior Buyer (1–3 years’ experience) to support direct and indirect purchasing in our manufacturing environment. This role ensures materials are available to meet production schedules and customer commitments. The Junior Buyer will work with ERP/MRP systems, collaborate across teams, and help maintain strong supplier relationships.

At Schwank, Buyers are trusted partners who protect production flow, manage supply risks, drive cost efficiencies, and support operational excellence. The ideal candidate has strong negotiation skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build productive relationships with internal teams and external suppliers. This role supports procurement for Schwank Outdoor Products, infrared heaters, and other product lines.

Experience in a manufacturing environment and familiarity with mechanical products will be considered strong assets. HVAC or BBQ manufacturing experience is highly desirable.

Position Status: New Role

Salary: $55,000–$65,000 CAD

Location: Mississauga, ON (Hybrid)

Job Type: Full-Time

Industry: Heating and cooling systems

What We Offer

• A positive and collaborative culture at Schwank North America. Our employees enjoy flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, while working in an environment where people genuinely enjoy what they do.
• Competitive salary plus participation in our Annual Profit-Sharing Program.
• Hybrid schedule: 2–3 days onsite in Mississauga, Mon–Fri, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM.
• Comprehensive group health benefits and RRSP matching after 1 year.
• 3 weeks of vacation to start.
• Company events, team activities, and on-site parking.

We are seeking a candidate who not only meets the technical requirements of the role but also aligns with the way we work as an organization. Because we operate in a close-knit, collaborative environment, attitude and accountability matter as much as experience.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Planning Execution

• Create and manage purchase orders within the ERP system
• Convert MRP requirements into actionable supplier releases
• Monitor open purchase orders and proactively mitigate supply risks
• Expedite materials when necessary to protect production schedules
• Resolve pricing discrepancies, invoice variances, and receiving issues

Supplier Partnership & Performance

• Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with suppliers based on mutual accountability
• Monitor and support improvements in supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD) performance
• Support RFQ activities and assist with cost analysis initiatives
• Contribute to supplier performance reviews using data and performance metrics

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Production, Planning, Engineering, and Finance teams
• Communicate potential risks early and propose practical solutions
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Supply Chain team

KPI Accountability

You will actively monitor and contribute to improvements in the following key performance indicators:

• On-Time Delivery (OTD)
• Past-Due Purchase Orders
• Purchase Price Variance (PPV)
• Inventory levels and inventory turns
• Expedite frequency and related costs
• Cost savings initiatives

This role supports the procurement of fabricated metal components, electrical controls, motors, valves, packaging materials, MRO supplies, and service parts that support our HVAC heating systems and Schwank Outdoor Products.

What We’re Looking For

• 1–3 years of purchasing experience in manufacturing, HVAC, industrial equipment, or a similar environment
• A minimum of 2 years of North American purchasing experience
• Experience working in a leading ERP/MRP system (SAP, Epicor, Oracle, Dynamics, Infor, or similar)
• Strong Excel and analytical skills
• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Business, or Operations is an asset

What Success Looks Like

Within your first year, you will:

• Maintain healthy and accurate open purchase order reporting
• Improve supplier responsiveness and on-time delivery performance
• Reduce reactive expediting through proactive planning
• Contribute to improved inventory accuracy and cost discipline / savings
• Become a trusted partner to Production and Planning teams
• Demonstrate alignment with Schwank’s values of integrity, teamwork, and accountability

Success at Schwank is measured not only by metrics but also by your contribution to team trust, communication, and operational stability. Our strategic vendors play a critical role in our growth. As we rapidly innovate and launch new products, you will proactively source high-quality vendors and negotiate pricing to maintain competitiveness in the market.

About us

Schwank provides smart climate systems for commercial and industrial spaces. We focus on improving comfort, while lowering operating costs. We are the global market leader in the field of gas-fired infrared heating systems. We consider ourselves a solutions provider. We plan and implement highly efficient systems for our customers.

Schwank operates in over 40 countries around the world. As a global business, we rely on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goals. To ensure we can do that, we seek talented, qualified employees in all our operations around the world.

If you have the above requirements and are looking to advance your professional career with a globally active team with over 80 years of experience in product development, engineering, production, and sales, we look forward to reviewing your resume and application!

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those most qualified will be contacted.