Job Description

Are you ready to launch your procurement career and gain experience across multiple business entities? Are you a highly organized individual with a strong grasp of mechanical systems and materials? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment and possess a true willingness to learn and grow? Are you looking for a foundational role where you can apply your mechanical trade/supplier experience and develop into a procurement professional?

If so, our Projects Department is looking for YOU to join us as our new Mechanical Buyer.

We're seeking a driven Mechanical Buyer to manage core transactional procurement and supply chain operations for our mechanical construction projects. In this exciting role, you will be crucial in ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of plumbing and HVAC materials, supporting project compliance, and contributing to the efficiency of our project workflows.

As a Mechanical Buyer, you will oversee a wide range of essential procurement activities, including quoting, purchasing, supplier management, and supporting material delivery. Your accuracy and attention to detail will directly influence the integrity of our project budgets and schedules, ensuring that our operations are smooth, efficient, and aligned with our companies' project goals.

OUR COMPANY:

Recognized as a 2025 winner of Canada's Best Managed Companies program -- sponsored by Deloitte Private, CIBC, EDC, The Globe and Mail, and TMX Group -- Smith and Long is the fastest growing, large scale, multi trade company in the Canadian Market. We are uniquely positioned in the traditional fields of Electrical, Mechanical, and Engineering with an internal culture much like a software start-up company.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Materials Sourcing:

Lead the process of sourcing and procuring plumbing and HVAC materials and equipment on a timely basis, identifying and resolving supply chain discrepancies to ensure project needs are met.

Quoting and Bidding:

Take charge of soliciting, compiling, and analyzing quotes and bids from mechanical suppliers and distributors, ensuring all pricing is competitive and properly accounted for.

Purchase Order Management:

Accurately and promptly issue purchase orders to the correct vendors, ensuring all specifications, pricing, and delivery terms are clearly documented.

Supplier Relationship Management:

Manage the processing of incoming material requests efficiently and securely and cultivate strong working relationships with key mechanical trade suppliers and distributors.

Compliance & Tracking:

Diligently track material status (ordering, shipping, receiving) and review supplier invoices for adherence to company policy and purchase order terms before processing for payment.

Subcontractor Support:

Support the project team with procurement needs for mechanical subcontractors, including tracking scopes of work and coordinating material supply.

Inventory & Logistics:

Assist the operations team with various tasks related to inventory management and delivery logistics, ensuring materials arrive at the job site as needed.

Additional Duties as Assigned:

Be flexible and willing to take on additional procurement and administrative tasks as needed to ensure the smooth operation of the projects department.

What You Bring to the Table:

Mechanical Expertise:

1 -2 years of experience working in the mechanical trades, for a mechanical contractor, or at the supplier/distributor level, giving you the strong knowledge foundation needed to succeed in mechanical procurement.

Industry Background:

Must have a background in Plumbing or HVAC materials, demonstrating proficiency in understanding project material requirements and technical specifications.

System Expertise:

Must have intermediate to advance Microsoft office knowledge, demonstrating proficiency in utilizing tools like Excel for data management and analysis.

Communication Skills:

Good communication skill, enabling clear and professional interaction with all internal stakeholders (Project Managers, Site Teams) and external suppliers.

Eagerness to Grow:

Willingness to learn, demonstrating a proactive approach to mastering new responsibilities and expanding your procurement knowledge.

The salary for this position is competitive, starting at $50,000 and commensurate with the candidate's knowledge and relevant experience.

To apply for this position, please send your resume to:

dromasi@smithandlong.com

We thank you for taking the time to apply; however, only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Smith and Long is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the accessibility requirements under the AODA. Accommodations are available on request during the recruitment process. If selected for an interview or testing, please advise the hiring team of any accommodations you may require.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Dental care Disability insurance Extended health care Flexible schedule On-site parking RRSP match Tuition reimbursement Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Markham, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Confirm your resume is uploaded as a PDF
Experience:

Purchasing: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person