Location: Eastern Ontario, approximately one hour from Ottawa and Montréal
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Work Arrangement: 100% On-Site, Monday to Friday
Salary: $75,000–$100,000 CAD annually

About the Opportunity

IntelliStaff is recruiting an experienced Purchasing Agent – Division 08 (Commercial Doors, Frames & Architectural Hardware) for a full-time, permanent opportunity with an established building-materials supplier in Eastern Ontario.

Located along the St. Lawrence River corridor, approximately one hour from Ottawa and Montréal, this position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and long-term career development.

The successful candidate will apply their Division 08 construction expertise to manage purchasing activities involving commercial doors, hollow metal doors and frames, architectural door hardware, and related building materials. These products support residential, commercial, institutional, and infrastructure projects throughout Northern Canada, including Nunavut.

We welcome candidates with experience in Division 08 estimating, commercial door and hardware distribution, architectural hardware, technical sales, construction purchasing, or project coordination.

Previous purchasing experience is not required; direct professional experience with Division 08 commercial doors, frames, or architectural hardware is mandatory.

Candidates from across Canada who are willing to relocate to Eastern Ontario are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

- Source and purchase commercial and residential doors, hollow metal doors and frames, architectural hardware, windows, glazing products, and related building materials.
- Apply technical knowledge of Division 08 architectural openings, including commercial door systems, door assemblies, frames, and hardware.
- Interpret construction drawings, architectural specifications, door schedules, hardware schedules, and material lists.
- Evaluate supplier quotations, technical specifications, product compatibility, pricing, availability, and lead times.
- Collaborate with estimating, sales, and tendering teams to ensure accurate pricing and product selection.
- Prepare, issue, and manage purchase orders from quotation through final delivery.
- Negotiate supplier pricing, freight terms, and purchasing agreements.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities, alternative products, and value-engineering solutions.
- Maintain relationships with commercial door manufacturers, architectural hardware distributors, and building-material suppliers.
- Monitor production schedules, outstanding orders, inventory availability, and supplier delivery commitments.
- Coordinate freight, crating, shipping, and logistics for construction projects throughout Northern Canada.
- Resolve procurement challenges, including product discrepancies, backorders, supplier delays, and warranty concerns.
- Forecast purchasing requirements and prioritize orders around construction schedules and seasonal Northern sea lift deadlines.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier documentation, and product information.

Qualifications & ExperienceRequired Qualifications

- Direct professional experience with Division 08 (Division 8) construction products, particularly commercial doors, hollow metal frames, architectural door hardware, or related opening systems.
- Robust technical understanding of commercial door assemblies, frames, hardware components, product specifications, and applications.
- Experience interpreting architectural drawings, construction specifications,



door schedules, and hardware schedules.
- Background in purchasing, construction estimating, quotations, technical sales, project coordination, manufacturing, or building-material distribution.
- Ability to assess supplier quotations, product suitability, pricing, availability, and lead times.
- Strong organizational, analytical, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple purchasing activities and meet strict project deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365, particularly Excel.
- Ability to work 100% on-site in Eastern Ontario, with relocation required for candidates outside commuting distance.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience as a Division 08 Estimator, Door & Hardware Estimator, Architectural Hardware Specialist, Construction Buyer, Purchasing Agent, or Technical Sales Representative.
- Experience with hollow metal doors and frames, architectural hardware schedules, door assemblies, and access control hardware.
- Background with a commercial door manufacturer, architectural hardware distributor, construction supplier, or specialized subcontractor.
- Knowledge of residential entry systems, wood doors, steel doors, fiberglass doors, commercial windows, glazing, fenestration, or aluminum storefront systems.
- Familiarity with construction estimating, material takeoffs, supplier negotiations, and purchase order management.
- Knowledge of Door and Hardware Institute (DHI) standards, training, or industry practices.
- Experience coordinating construction freight, inventory, shipping, and logistics.
- Exposure to Northern Canadian construction projects, remote-community deliveries, or seasonal sea lift operations.
- Postsecondary education in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

Previous purchasing-specific experience is not essential. Candidates with strong Division 08 expertise gained through estimating, technical sales, manufacturing, or distribution are encouraged to apply.

Compensation & Benefits

- Annual salary: $75,000–$100,000 CAD, depending on qualifications and experience.
- Performance-based incentives and potential year-end bonuses.
- Comprehensive medical and dental benefits.
- Pension plan.
- Vacation entitlement negotiable based on experience.
- Employer-supported professional development, training, and continuing education.
- Permanent, full-time employment with an established building-materials organization.
- Opportunity to manage a specialized Division 08 purchasing portfolio.
- Long-term career development and advancement opportunities.

Work Location & Environment

This position is based in Eastern Ontario, approximately one hour from Ottawa and Montréal, in a community along the St. Lawrence River corridor.

This is a 100% on-site position, Monday to Friday. Remote and hybrid arrangements are not available.

Candidates living outside Eastern Ontario who are interested in relocating are encouraged to apply.

The organization operates within a seasonal construction purchasing environment,



with peak activity typically occurring between spring and mid-fall to accommodate Northern Canadian shipping schedules.

The successful candidate must be comfortable managing time-sensitive purchasing requirements, coordinating with multiple suppliers, and adapting to periods of increased operational activity. Occasional overtime may be required during peak purchasing periods.

Why Live & Work in Eastern Ontario?

Located along the scenic St. Lawrence River, approximately one hour from Ottawa and Montréal, this Eastern Ontario community offers an appealing combination of small-city charm, affordable living, and convenient access to major urban centres.

Whether you're considering relocating from another part of Canada or looking for a career closer to home, the region offers several advantages:

- Affordable living: Enjoy more attainable housing options compared with many of Ontario's larger cities.
- Beautiful waterfront: Explore scenic walking and cycling trails, waterfront parks, boating, fishing, and outdoor recreation.
- Great for families: Access schools, recreational facilities, community programmes, and family-friendly neighbourhoods.
- Convenient location: Enjoy weekend trips to Ottawa, Montréal, and the surrounding countryside.
- Relaxed lifestyle: Experience shorter local commutes, less congestion, and the amenities of a full-service community.

Build a rewarding career while enjoying a lifestyle that offers more room to live, work, and explore.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

- Competitive salary: Earn up to $100,000 CAD annually, plus potential performance incentives.
- Put your Division 08 expertise to work: Use your technical knowledge of commercial doors, frames, and architectural hardware in a specialized purchasing role.
- Career development: Expand your experience in construction procurement, supplier management, technical product selection, and project coordination.
- Convenient location: Enjoy living in Eastern Ontario with access to Ottawa, Montréal, and the St. Lawrence River.
- Specialized responsibility: Take ownership of purchasing activities for a Division 08 product portfolio.
- Meaningful projects: Support construction and infrastructure development throughout Northern Canada, including Nunavut.
- Long-term stability: Join an established organization offering comprehensive benefits, professional development, and career growth.

Apply Today

If you have direct Division 08 experience with commercial doors, hollow metal frames, architectural hardware, or door and hardware estimating, IntelliStaff would like to hear from you.

Whether your background is in purchasing, estimating, technical sales, manufacturing, or building-material distribution, your specialized product knowledge could make you an excellent fit.

Candidates from across Canada who are willing to relocate to Eastern Ontario are encouraged to apply.

Apply today to learn more about this permanent Division 08 Purchasing Agent opportunity in Eastern Ontario.

Pay: $75,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Ottawa South, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

- Division 08: 1 year (required)
- commercial doors and frames: 1 year (required)
- architectural door hardware: 1 year (required)
- reading door and hardware schedules: 1 year (required)
- construction estimating or purchasing: 1 year (preferred)
- hollow metal doors and frames: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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