Junior Buyer - MRO

Imagine working at the forefront of innovation in fluid-flow technology, with over 1400 colleagues across the globe, and contributing to a legacy of excellence that spans eight manufacturing facilities on four continents. Armstrong Fluid Technology is more than just a leader in our industry; we are a community of the brightest and most creative minds, driven by a shared mission to engineer the future and safeguard our planet.

As a member of our team, you'll dive into an environment that encourages learning and continuous development. You'll be part of an agile and dynamic workplace where today's solutions are built for tomorrow's challenges.

As a Junior Buyer, you will support the procurement function by managing day-to-day purchasing activities, primarily focused on MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) materials. You will play a key role in ensuring timely material availability, maintaining accurate system data, and supporting supplier coordination, contributing to the overall efficiency of the supply chain and customer satisfaction.

This position is located in Scarborough, Ontario

In addition to annual initiatives, the key accountabilities for this position are:

Key Accountabilities:

Purchasing & Order Management

• Raise and process purchase orders for MRO materials, consumables, spare parts, and indirect goods.
• Expedite purchase orders to ensure timely delivery aligned with operational needs.
• Track and follow up on open orders, ensuring accurate and up-to-date status in the system.
• Support purchase requisition management, ensuring proper documentation and approvals.
• Respond to internal requests from maintenance, production, and operations teams.

Supplier Coordination

• Support day-to-day communication with suppliers regarding order status, delivery schedules, and basic issue resolution.
• Assist in monitoring supplier performance, including on-time delivery and responsiveness.
• Escalate supply or delivery issues to senior team members when required.
• Support vendor returns and assist with Non-Conformance Notifications (NCNs) processing.

Inventory & Data Management

• Maintain accurate data in ERP systems, including lead times, pricing, and order tracking details.
• Assist in monitoring inventory levels to avoid shortages or excess stock.
• Support efforts to improve data accuracy and procurement processes.

Cost Control Support

• Ensure purchase orders reflect correct pricing and terms as per supplier agreements.
• Assist in identifying and minimizing purchase price variances (PPV).
• Support cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement activities led by the senior team

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should bring:

• 1–3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain (MRO exposure preferred).
• Post-secondary education in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field is an asset.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (LN preferred; SAP or similar systems considered an asset).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-up.
• Ability to manage multiple transactional tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal teams and suppliers.
• Basic understanding of procurement and inventory management principles.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the supply chain function.

Why Armstrong Fluid Technology?

By joining us, you’ll become part of a global community dedicated to pushing the boundaries of fluid-flow technology. You’ll have endless opportunities to learn, grow, and make a significant impact on the world. Together, we'll build tomorrow’s solutions today.