Why work for CVS Controls?

As one of the industry leading manufacturers, we're committed to the manufacturing, sale, and support of control valves, emergency shut down devices (ESD’s), and associated instrumentation products. Since 1978, CVS employees have worked together to provide the highest quality of products, performance, reliability, and services globally.

CVS Controls Ltd. builds its team around its core values. These values drive our passion, are the heart and soul of the company, and describes each of our team members.

• Working Together, Winning Together, Growing Together – Teamwork that transforms: Collaborating, succeeding, and evolving as one.
• Embracing Change – Working with the tides of change instead of against.
• Doing What We Say – Acting as if our mother’s watching – no gossip, no games, just honesty, accountability, and trust.
• Being Bumble and Kind – Valuing others and treating them with respect.
• Always Improving – Constantly challenging ourselves to grow and improve.

If these values represent you, please apply today via Indeed or Email!

Overview

The Junior Buyer is responsible for effective supply management of required goods and services. Primary duties include inventory analysis, product sourcing, vendor selection, price negotiations, and purchasing.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage purchase order suggestions within Kinetic software.
• Develop approved vendor list and maintain vendor relationships.
• Negotiate price for best overall cost.
• Coordinate with R&D and Production to procure proper product. Research and advise on alternatives as necessary.
• Manage incoming freight, including forwarder selection, and ETA updates. Ensure timely communication with all relevant departments.
• Coordinate with warehouse departments (such as Production, Inventory, Shipping, etc.), to ensure efficient material handling and storage.
• Coordinate with Sales and Production Planners on sales forecasts and product availability.
• Monitor purchase orders for on-time delivery of goods and services. Using Purchase Order suggestions, coordinate with Logistics for customs clearance, freight, etc.
• Verify received goods and services against purchasing paperwork.
• Assume other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary training in Supply Chain Management or related is preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience purchasing in oil and gas, manufacturing or related industry.
• Experience using Kinetic or similar ERP software.
• CVS product knowledge.
• Mathematical aptitude.
• Critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Effective coordination with other departments.
• Proficient with Microsoft office.
• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs.

Competencies

• Creative problem solving.
• Adaptable to dynamic environment and industry.
• High attention to detail, time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and professional communication skills.
• Ability to work with high level of autonomy.
• Self-motivated, demonstrates flexibility and initiative.

Other Key Considerations

• Previous related work experience is an asset.

Drug and Alcohol Testing: CVS Controls is committed to maintaining a safe and drug free work environment. Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing is a mandatory requirement for all prospective employees.

Fitness-to-Work Testing: A pre-employment fitness evaluation will be required for positions involving physical tasks.

All testing procedures will be conducted by a third party in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, test results will be shared internally on a need to know basis only.

Wage: Ranges between $25.00 – $32.00/Hr | Wage increases based on skills and experience

Our company offers: Employer paid extended health and dental benefits and health spending account. TELUS Health (24/7 virtual care), life insurance, AD&D, long-term disability, and global medical assistance. Safety footwear and prescription safety glasses programs. Employee programs such as paid time off, employee referral bonus and more.

Interested candidates may send their resume to jobs@cvs-controls.com. Deadline to apply is June 30, 2025.

CVS Controls Ltd. thanks all interested applicants. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.