Regional Procurement Buyer

This role is a key member of the Procurement team, responsible for managing purchasing activities across assigned cannabis production facilities. The primary focus includes purchasing and ownership of cultivation-related indirect materials, grow supplies, and MRO, with additional support for categories such as Professional Services, IT, Marketing, Facilities, and HR. The Buyer ensures timely, cost-effective, and compliant procurement of goods and services to meet site needs, with a focus on strategic sourcing, vendor management, and cross-functional collaboration. This role plays a critical part in optimizing inventory, reducing total cost of ownership, and enabling scalable operations.

If based in Chicago, you are expected to go into the office 1x a week. If based in Massachusetts, you must travel to the Holyoke/Clinton location 1x a month.

Responsibilities

• Purchase Order Management
  • Create and manage purchase orders in ERP systems; monitor shipments, coordinate deliveries, and confirm payments.
  • Engage established vendors for required needs, and evaluate new vendors specific to sites for pricing, product availability, and lead times; onboard new suppliers as needed under corporate procurement guidance.
  • Ensure PO accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly; maintain organized records and procurement reports.
  • Communicate with vendors and internal teams to track order status, delivery schedules, and invoicing.
• Inventory & Demand Planning
  • Collaborate with cultivation and facilities teams to forecast supply needs and maintain optimal inventory levels.
  • Develop purchasing strategies to minimize shortages and excess stock while supporting seamless grow operations.
  • Leverage web-based tools and ERP data to drive efficient and cost-effective buying decisions.
• Quality & Compliance
  • Ensure purchases meet internal quality standards and cannabis industry regulations.
  • Partner with Compliance and QA teams to provide documentation and resolve issues.
  • Monitor supplier performance across cost, service, and quality metrics.
• Procurement Operations & Logistics
  • Contribute to the development and execution of indirect procurement strategies and continuous process improvement initiatives to drive operational efficiency.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for assigned procurement areas/categories, providing end-to-end support for ERP/MRP systems—including configuration, training rollout, and policy enforcement—in collaboration with Corporate Procurement.
  • Manage supplier relationships, coordinate logistics, and ensure on-time delivery of materials and services within the assigned region.
  • Collaborate closely with warehouse and inventory teams to optimize storage, material handling, and distribution of inputs and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) supplies.
  • Lead negotiations for bulk or one-time purchases, leveraging data and vendor insights to secure favorable terms and value-added services.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Align closely with Grow Operations and Facilities teams to support timely procurement for grow cycles and equipment needs.
  • Coordinate with Finance and Compliance to ensure procurement aligns with regulatory and budgetary standards.
  • Educate internal stakeholders on procurement workflows and compliance with best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Agriculture, or related field; CSCP/CPSM certification preferred.
• 3–5 years of procurement experience in agriculture, cannabis, CPG, or manufacturing, with a focus on indirect spend.
• Familiarity with cannabis cultivation, MRO sourcing, and regulatory compliance is highly valued.
• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems, inventory platforms, and Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills; able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Effective communicator with a proactive, collaborative, and solutions-focused mindset.

Additional Requirements

• Must pass any and all required background checks.
• Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• Must be approved by state badging agency to work in the cannabis industry.

Pay

Green Thumb Pay Range: $70,000—$100,000 USD. Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance.