Buyer, Engineering

About SMARDT

As a global pioneer in oil‑free centrifugal chiller technology with an expanding portfolio of thermal management solutions, Smardt is dedicated to delivering high‑efficiency and energy‑saving systems for industries, real estate developments, health care and educational centres worldwide. We operate manufacturing facilities in the US, Canada, Germany, China, and Australia, with a team of over 900 employees. With a focus on reliability, performance, and environmental stewardship, Smardt continues to redefine industry standards through advanced engineering and a commitment to a more sustainable future.

• Purchase materials for manufacturing and other business objectives. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, the ideal candidate will be flexible, dynamic and resourceful.

• Organize material deliveries with the Transport Coordinator
• Assess purchasing requirements and develop specifications for equipment, material, and supplies to be purchased.
• Invite tenders, consult with suppliers, and review quotations, and negotiate pricing.
• Follow purchases with suppliers to deliveries according to the Production schedule.
• Analyze consumption to establish and monitor re‑order points through MRP/ERP.
• Manage select material shortages.
• Resolve payment issues and audit POs/Invoices for discrepancies.
• Resolve issues with orders/materials as needed.
• Recommend industry best practices and drive continuous improvement.
• Create the plan for the required materials.

• Excellent written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to gather and analyze data and to work with figures.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to a highly dynamic and fast‑paced environment.
• Autonomous, quick learner, and self‑motivated.
• Good reasoning skills and sound judgement.
• Attention to detail.
• Positive attitude
• Agile/flexible for a new environment
• Motivated to learn.

• Post‑secondary education in related field (Business, Supply Chain)
• 1+ years of purchasing or related experience.
• Microsoft Dynamics Navision Business Central would be an asset

• Competitive salary
• 100% employer‑paid medical and dental benefits
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions up to 6%
• Dynamic team within a high‑growth company
• Company events and team‑building activities
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Candidates will be required to undergo a background and reference check prior to hiring.

Please note that Smardt does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Services Agreement with an agency/recruiter, we will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee.

SMARDT is a proud equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by law.