Senior Purchasing Agent
IntellistaffLocation: Eastern Ontario, approximately one hour from Ottawa and Montréal
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Work Arrangement: Primarily On-Site
Salary: $75,000–$100,000 CAD annually
About the Opportunity
IntelliStaff is recruiting an experienced Purchasing Agent – Commercial Doors & Door Hardware for a permanent opportunity with an established building-materials supplier in Eastern Ontario.
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Located along the St. Lawrence River corridor, approximately one hour from both Ottawa and Montréal, this opportunity offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and long-term career development.
The successful candidate will oversee purchasing activities for commercial doors, architectural hardware, and related construction materials, supporting major construction and infrastructure projects throughout Northern Canada, including Nunavut.
We welcome candidates with experience in commercial door estimating, architectural hardware, technical sales, building-material distribution, or construction procurement.
Previous purchasing experience is not required; strong commercial door and hardware knowledge is essential.
Key Responsibilities
• Purchase commercial and residential doors, architectural hardware, and associated building products.
• Interpret architectural drawings, door schedules, hardware schedules, and construction specifications.
• Request and evaluate supplier quotations, pricing, product availability, and lead times.
• Collaborate with estimating and sales teams to ensure accurate product selection and pricing.
• Prepare, manage, and track purchase orders through final delivery.
• Maintain relationships with manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers.
• Coordinate freight, shipping, and delivery schedules for construction projects.
• Resolve product discrepancies, order delays, and procurement challenges.
• Manage purchasing priorities around construction deadlines and seasonal Northern shipping requirements.
• Maintain accurate purchasing documentation and supplier records.
Qualifications & ExperienceRequired Qualifications
• Strong technical expertise in commercial doors, door frames, and architectural door hardware.
• Experience reading construction drawings, door schedules, hardware schedules, and technical specifications.
• Background in purchasing, estimating, technical sales, project coordination, or building-material distribution.
• Ability to evaluate supplier quotations, product specifications, pricing, and delivery timelines.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple orders and competing deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with commercial door manufacturers, hardware distributors, building-material suppliers, or construction contractors.
• Knowledge of architectural hardware, commercial construction materials, and Division 08 openings.
• Familiarity with residential doors, windows, and related building products.
• Experience with purchase order management and supplier negotiations.
• Knowledge of construction freight, transportation, or remote-community logistics.
• Exposure to Northern Canadian construction projects or seasonal sea lift operations.
Experience with windows, Northern logistics, or formal procurement processes is an asset but is not required.
Compensation & Benefits
• Annual salary: $75,000–$100,000 CAD, based on qualifications and experience.
• Performance-based incentives and potential year-end bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits.
• Pension plan.
• Negotiable vacation entitlement.
• Professional development and continuing education support.
• Permanent, full-time employment.
• Long-term career advancement opportunities.
Work Location & Environment
This position is based in Eastern Ontario, within approximately one hour of Ottawa and Montréal, in a community along the St. Lawrence River corridor.
The role is primarily on-site, with a preference for five days per week in the office.
The organization opera