Procurement Manager / Specialist

Blizza Brands; Ontario; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Cannabis Procurement Specialist to enhance their procurement processes. This dynamic role involves managing the procurement of bulk cannabis and finished goods, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery while maintaining high-quality standards. The ideal candidate will leverage their strong negotiation skills and market knowledge to optimize costs and foster robust supplier relationships. Join a forward-thinking company committed to innovation and quality, where your contributions will significantly impact the product line and consumer experience. If you have a passion for procurement and the cannabis industry, this is the opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• 2+ years of procurement experience in the cannabis industry.
• Strong negotiation skills and market analysis expertise.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement for bulk cannabis and finished goods.
• Negotiate contracts and maintain supplier relationships.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with internal teams.

Skills

Procurement Management

Contract Negotiation

Supplier Management

Market Analysis

Quality Management

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

MS Office Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Teams

SharePoint

Job description

About us

Blizza is a craft licensed producer that takes pride in the uniqueness of our phenotypes and its high quality to bring the best offerings to the market. With a focus on innovation and development, we strive to diversify our product line, ensuring freshness and continually enhancing our consumer experience.

Procurement Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented Cannabis Procurement Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the procurement processes for bulk cannabis and finished goods, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services. They will also have a strong understanding of the cannabis market, exceptional negotiation skills, and a keen eye for quality. The Cannabis Procurement Specialist will work closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to maintain quality standards and optimize costs. The Specialist supports the development of procurement policies and procedures to ensure compliance, fairness, and integrity within the procurement process while adhering to all applicable policies and procedures.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Oversee the procurement process for bulk cannabis and finished goods, from sourcing to delivery based on Blizza's quality standards and inventory needs.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure a consistent and reliable supply of high-quality cannabis.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms, ensuring profitable transactions.
• Conduct thorough market research and supplier analysis to stay updated on industry trends, pricing, and competitor activities while informing procurement and sales strategies.
• Proactively identify opportunities for more effective acquisition of goods and services.
• Evaluate and select bulk product by validating target specifications and that compliance criteria are met by collaborating with the quality assurance team.
• Ensure that records are accurately maintained, and all procurement is documented from start to finish for retention and audit purposes.
• Track data input for procurement services.
• Verify and process requisition and purchase orders, executing all necessary transactions.
• Handle any issues related to quality management and production delays.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with production and sales teams to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Implement strategies to manage excess or surplus inventory effectively.
• Collaborate with internal teams to understand procurement needs.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Assist in production planning by coordinating with suppliers.

Experience/Skills:

• Proven experience in procurement, supplier management, and contract negotiation, ideally from within the cannabis industry.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to drive cost savings.
• Knowledge of production planning processes.
• Ability to fabricate solutions in challenging situations.
• Price and contract negotiation expertise.
• Quality management proficiency.
• Supplier management skills.
• Ability to think critically and problem-solve effectively.
• Proficient in market analysis and strategic planning.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Understanding of cannabis cultivations, strains, and quality indicators.
• At least two (2) years of experience in procurement processes, vendor management, and/or client management.
• Intermediate MS Office Skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint).

Other Considerations

When working from home, reliable internet connection is required. Remote work is supported with cloud-based applications and collaboration tools (i.e. MS Teams).

We are committed to providing accessible, equitable and inclusive candidate and employee experience. We provide reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process and in employment. If you require accommodation, please let us know, we will work with you to meet your needs.

Join our team as a Cannabis Procurement Specialist and contribute to our success by optimizing costs, ensuring quality standards, and maintaining strong supplier relationships. Apply now if you have the skills and experience required for this dynamic role.