Posted 5 months ago
Buyer & Inventory Coordinator
@ Ice Western
Calgary, Alberta
Overview
ICE Western is hiring a Buyer & Inventory Coordinator to ensure timely procurement of parts, consumables and equipment for its manufacturing operations. The role involves sourcing from suppliers, managing purchase orders, expediting deliveries and maintaining inventory and ERP planning parameters. The posting requires a post-secondary diploma, two years of purchasing experience and offers health, dental and vision coverage, paid vacation and an RRSP matching plan.
Responsibilities:
- Order parts and consumables for the shop floor
- Obtain price quotations and negotiate with suppliers
- Prepare purchase orders and verify specifications and pricing
- Manage MRP/ERP planning parameters and stock levels
- Expedite orders and manage vendor relationships
Requirements summary:
- Post-secondary diploma in supply chain, business or procurement
- Minimum 2 years in a purchasing or procurement role
- Excellent computer skills including MS Office
- Syspro ERP knowledge is an asset
- Strong communication and analytical skills
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · bamboohr
- Employer posting date
- 2026-06-18
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office, Warehouse, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement or Purchasing, Operations Management, Logistics |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Wellness, Transit support, Paid training, Home office allowance |
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Ice Western
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Full company description
ICE has been a HVAC manufacturer with two facilities in Canada with one in Winnipeg (since 1961) and Calgary (since 1991) and one in the USA, Tennessee (since 1993). With years of proven direct fired heater and indirect fired experience behind us, we offer a comprehensive product line of direct fired and indirect fired equipment with integral packaged DX cooling. ICE cooling provides some of the highest efficiencies (EER) in the industry by utilizing digital scroll compressors, digital superheat controller, electronic expansion valves, and variable speed condenser fans (floating head design). Since our inception, ICE has strived to be a leader in the industry by following these main principles. Commitment to success: The success of our customers and employees. To us, success is driven by loyalty that comes from service, quality and innovation. This attitude goes into all our projects, from the initial design stages, to the manufactured product, through to the commissioning phases and on going service to the customers. Product recognition: Distribute a product that has been recognized by the HVAC industry for innovation and excellence. The ICE product has withstood the test of time. The knowledge the company has gained from its years of experience and breadth of building types makes ICE well equipped to handle a variety of today’s air management applications. Many new products are on the horizon to meet ever-increasing concern over energy costs, consumption and impact on our environment. One size does not fit all, which is why ICE offers custom configurations for air handling, heat recovery, and process units. As with our standard units, these custom systems are built with energy recovery and conservation in mind, which means lower operating costs in the long run. You can trust that we stand behind every unit we manufacture with a well trained staff and representative network. “We service what we sell!”
- LinkedIn followers
- 984
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 69
- Reported office locations
- 9765-54th Street S.E., Calgary, AB, US
- Business categories
- Machinery Manufacturing
- Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
- Industrial
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Ice Western
- ICE Western Sales
- Specialties
- Custom Designed HVAC products
- 91 + high effiency product with DX cooling
- Commercial and Industrial HVAC products
- and Explosion proof and hazardous location HVAC units
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
ICE has been a HVAC manufacturer with two facilities in Canada with one in Winnipeg (since 1961) and Calgary (since 1991) and one in the USA, Tennessee (since 1993). With years of proven direct fired heater and indirect fired experience behind us, we offer a comprehensive product line of direct fired and indirect fired equipment with integral packaged DX cooling. ICE cooling provides some of the highest…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Calgary, AB |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1991 |
| Specialties | Custom Designed HVAC products91 + high effiency product with DX coolingCommercial and Industrial HVAC productsand Explosion proof and hazardous location HVAC units |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 15 |
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Join Our Growing Team!
Since 1991, ICE Western Sales has been manufacturing custom HVAC solutions for commercial and industrial clients. With a team of 250+ employees, our commitment to service, safety, and innovation continues to drive our success. Titan Matrix, a division of ICE Western, designs high-performance HVAC systems for mission-critical data center environments.
Why Choose ICE Western
- Industry Leader: Join an established and growing manufacturer.
- Career Growth: Build your career through training, development, and advancement opportunities.
- Innovative Environment: Work with advanced technology in a modern manufacturing facility.
- Great Team: Be part of a collaborative culture focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Buyer to join our Operations team. This role plays a critical part in supporting our manufacturing and production workflows by ensuring timely procurement of materials, consumables, and equipment. The ideal candidate will bring purchasing experience, negotiation skills, and a strong focus on accuracy and vendor relationship management.
Key Responsibilities
Order parts and consumables for the shop floor
Obtain price quotations and negotiate with suppliers
Verify purchase requisitions and clarify unclear items
Maintain stock levels and monitor inventory
Prepare purchase orders and verify specifications, pricing, and availability
Expedite and monitor orders to ensure timely delivery
Manage vendor relationships to ensure quality and compliance
Keep accurate and updated records
Source non-inventory items and process warranties/RMAs
Identify and coordinate return of defective parts
Coordinate material availability to support production schedules and customer delivery timelines.
Work closely with production, maintenance, engineering, and warehouse teams.
Manage MRP/ERP planning parameters including reorder points, safety stock, and lead times.
Collaborate with other Buyers on the team as required
Qualifications
Post-secondary diploma in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement or Purchasing, Operations Management, Logistics or any related field
Minimum 2 years of experience in a purchasing or procurement role
Proven experience as a purchasing agent or similar position
Excellent computer skills including MS Office
Syspro ERP knowledge is an asset
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Detail-oriented with the ability to work under pressure
Analytical thinker, especially regarding inventory management
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in manufacturing, retail, distribution, or industrial environments.
- Knowledge of demand forecasting and inventory optimization tools.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma environments.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Wages – Based on experience and trade tickets.
- Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Coverage.
- Paid Vacation – Recharge and rest.
- RRSP Matching Plan – Build your financial future.
- Educational Allowance – Support for training and certifications.
- Employee Assistance Program – For work and life balance.
- Free Parking & Company Events – Team spirit from day one.
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