About Us

Air Notions Inc. is a growing Canadian manufacturer of custom air handling units (AHUs) and make-up air units (MUAs) for commercial and industrial applications across Canada and the United States.

We specialize in designing and manufacturing custom-engineered HVAC equipment, with each project requiring different components, specifications, and purchasing requirements.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated, analytical, and technically inclined Technical Buyer to take ownership of our purchasing operations and help improve our purchasing and inventory processes.

This is not simply a purchase order processing position. We are looking for someone who enjoys solving problems, learning technical concepts, working with suppliers, and finding smarter, more efficient ways to get things done.

The successful candidate will review engineering submittals, drawings, and project specifications to identify required components, obtain supplier quotations, place orders, and ensure materials arrive on time for production.

An important part of this role will also involve improving our purchasing and inventory systems through the effective use of software, spreadsheets, automation, and modern technology.

Previous HVAC experience is an asset but not required. We are willing to train someone who demonstrates strong technical aptitude, excellent computer skills, initiative, and a willingness to learn.

We welcome applications from both experienced purchasing professionals and promising early-career candidates with relevant education and capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing & Material Planning

- Review approved engineering submittals, drawings, and project specifications to identify required components and materials.
- Determine purchasing requirements for custom manufacturing projects, including quantities, specifications, and required delivery dates.
- Request and evaluate supplier quotations, considering pricing, lead times, quality, availability, and overall value.
- Purchase HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing components.
- Prepare and issue accurate purchase orders.
- Monitor open purchase orders, supplier confirmations, and expected delivery dates.
- Plan and coordinate material requirements across multiple production jobs.
- Proactively identify material shortages, supplier delays, and other purchasing risks before they affect production.
- Communicate with suppliers, engineering, and production teams to clarify requirements and resolve issues.
- Identify alternative suppliers and cost-saving purchasing opportunities.
- Negotiate pricing and maintain strong supplier relationships.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.

Inventory Management

- Maintain accurate inventory and material tracking records.
- Monitor stock levels and coordinate replenishment of commonly used components.




- Help establish appropriate minimum and maximum inventory levels.
- Coordinate with receiving and production personnel to ensure materials are properly received, identified, and allocated.
- Maintain organized supplier, part number, pricing, and product information.
- Identify opportunities to reduce excess inventory, duplicate purchases, and material shortages.
- Support improvements to inventory accuracy and material availability.

Systems, Technology & Process Improvement

- Help implement, manage, and continuously improve our purchasing and inventory management software.
- Develop practical and efficient workflows for purchasing, receiving, and inventory tracking.
- Identify repetitive administrative tasks that can be simplified, streamlined, or automated.
- Use Microsoft Excel, data analysis, AI tools, and other technologies to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Help establish consistent processes for organizing purchasing information, supplier data, and material requirements.
- Develop reports and tracking tools to improve visibility into purchasing activity, material availability, and supplier performance.
- Work with management to continuously improve purchasing and inventory processes as the company grows.

Qualifications

- Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and technical aptitude.
- Excellent computer proficiency, particularly Microsoft Excel and business software.
- A genuine interest in technology, automation, and process improvement.
- Ability to read and interpret technical information, drawings, and product specifications, or demonstrated aptitude to learn.
- Exceptional organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines simultaneously.
- Strong communication skills and confidence working directly with suppliers.
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and follow through on responsibilities.
- Strong willingness to learn new products, systems, and technical concepts.
- An interest in developing a long-term career in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management.

Preferred Qualifications The following qualifications are considered assets but are not mandatory:

- Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, inventory management, or manufacturing operations.
- Diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- Experience purchasing technical components,



industrial equipment, or manufacturing materials.
- Familiarity with HVAC, mechanical, or electrical components.
- Experience reviewing mechanical drawings, equipment specifications, or technical documentation.
- Experience using purchasing, inventory, ERP, or MRP software.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Power Query, lookup functions, data analysis, or reporting.
- Experience improving business processes or implementing new software systems.
- Familiarity with automation tools, AI-assisted workflows, or other business productivity technologies.
- Experience working in a custom manufacturing or engineered-to-order environment.

We value demonstrated ability, initiative, technical aptitude, and willingness to learn over years of experience alone.

What Success Looks Like

- Required components and materials are purchased accurately and arrive on time for production.
- Purchasing requirements are identified promptly when new projects are approved.
- Potential shortages and supplier delays are identified and addressed proactively.
- Supplier quotations are evaluated carefully to achieve competitive pricing and reliable delivery.
- Purchasing and inventory records are accurate, organized, and easily accessible.
- Inventory levels are maintained appropriately without unnecessary overstocking.
- Purchasing processes become increasingly efficient through better systems and automation.
- The successful candidate progressively takes full ownership of purchasing operations with minimal supervision.

What We Offer

- Market-competitive salary based on experience, skills, and qualifications.
- Full-time, permanent employment.
- Health and dental benefits following successful completion of the probationary period.
- Extended health care, vision care, and life insurance.
- Opportunity to take ownership of an important function within a growing manufacturing company.
- Hands-on exposure to custom-engineered HVAC equipment and manufacturing operations.
- An opportunity to contribute directly to the development and improvement of company processes and systems.
- Professional development and opportunities for career growth and advancement.
- Supportive and collaborative working setting.
- Company events.
- On-site parking.

We are particularly interested in candidates who enjoy finding better ways to work. In your application, we encourage you to briefly describe a process, spreadsheet, system, or repetitive task that you have improved, simplified, or automated, whether through previous employment, education, or personal projects. We welcome candidates who demonstrate strong potential, initiative, and a genuine interest in building a career in technical purchasing and supply chain management.

Pay: $50,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Technical Buyer – Manufacturing (Dundas)
🏢 Air Notions
📍 Dundas