Associate Retail Buyer

Curaleaf; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative company that is transforming the cannabis industry as an Associate Retail Buyer. In this role, you will work closely with the Retail Buyer to develop purchasing strategies that align with financial goals. You'll manage the full lifecycle of buying, from product innovation to vendor negotiations, while building strong relationships with suppliers. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-growth organization committed to quality and community impact. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about making a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities

Competitive Pay and Benefits

Generous PTO and Parental Leave

401(K) Retirement Plan

Life/AD&D Insurance

Community Involvement Initiatives

Employee Referral Bonuses

Product Discounts

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in inventory management and supply chain.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop purchasing strategies aligned with financial goals.
• Manage vendor relationships and audit purchasing processes.

Skills

Inventory Management

Data Analysis

Negotiation

Interpersonal Communication

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

MS Excel

Tableau

Job description

At Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands—including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots—offer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets.

Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis.

Title: Associate Retail Buyer

Location: Wakefield, MA or Stamford, CT

Job Type: Full - Time Exempt

About the Role:

The Associate Retail Buyer will be responsible for working with the Retail Buyer in setting the strategy for the assortment, pricing, promotion, shelf/menu space and marketing of categories to deliver to customer expectations and the financial plan. This position is responsible for supporting the sourcing, purchasing, planning, and scheduling of finished goods, both vertical and 3rd party, and related materials through the production and inventory process. This includes placing orders, forecasting sales, reviewing invoices, reconciling accounts, and identifying new opportunities as they arise. You must work with vendors consistently to build strong relationships, resulting in lasting partnerships and favorable deals for the operation.

What You’ll Do:

• Creates purchasing strategies that tie to financial goals of each dispensary, state, and micro-region.
• Works with Store Operations team to craft localized assortments and sales forecasts to drive profitability.
• Develops strong relationships with suppliers of cannabis products to ensure consistent access to product for our patients.
• Responsible for managing the full lifecycle of buying: product innovation, vendor meetings, costing negotiations, executive reporting, pricing analysis, promotional calendars, and product exit strategies.
• Audit purchasing processes to create “best in class” behaviors.
• Understands the competitive landscape and identifies opportunities for Curaleaf brands and products.
• Generate POs to build and maintain strong business relationships with third party vendors and own the new product creation process.
• Data Entry and Reporting within the full Supply Chain.
• Planning, forecasting, and purchasing to manage inventory levels and maximize service to the customer while hitting inventory level and working capital targets.
• Proactively taking part in departmental meetings to ensure up to date communication is provided to the team.
• This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• Minimum of 1 year of prior experience with inventory management, new product inventory planning, buying, merchandising, supply chain, forecasting tools and/or assortment decision makingYou bring a positive, energetic attitude to fast-paced environments, excel in interpersonal communication, and confidently negotiate favorable outcomes
• You excel in organization, attention to detail, and efficiency, with strong critical thinking and interpersonal skills, and leverage data analysis and business software to drive informed decisions and streamline operations
• You thrive working independently while making impactful contributions to your team’s goals
• Ability to travel to states within the Northeast Region for 5-10% of a given working month.

Even Better If:

• You have advanced expertise in MS Excel and Tableau
• You bring hands on experience in buying, merchandising, supply chain management, and assortment decisions
• You have experience in the cannabis industry

Connecticut Hiring Range $55,000 — $60,000 USD

What We Offer:

• Career Growth Opportunities
• Competitive Pay and Benefits (Health, Dental Vision)
• Generous PTO and Parental Leave
• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Life/AD&D Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability
• Community Involvement Initiatives
• Employee Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts

Not all benefits listed above are available to all employees at all locations.

Curaleaf Awards and Achievements:

• 2023 Ragan’s Top Places to Work
• 2022 TIME100 Most Influential Companies
• 2020 Cannabis Doing Good’s Good Neighbor Award
• 2020 Minorities for Medical Marijuana’s Diversity & Inclusion Award

Follow us on Social Media:
Instagram: @curaleaf.usa
Twitter:@Curaleaf_Inc
LinkedIn: Curaleaf LinkedIn

Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing, and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company, and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, Grassroots, JAMS, Find and Zero Proof provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. Curaleaf International is the largest vertically integrated cannabis company in Europe with a unique supply and distribution network throughout the European market, bringing together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction, and production. Home | Curaleaf | Cannabis with Confidence

Our corporate Social ResponsibilityisRooted inGood.We believe in taking corporate and social responsibility very seriously, from our educational outreach to national partnerships, state-wide initiatives, and local causes. Giving back to the communities where we operate is important to us and helps to change old attitudes by showing the positive impact of cannabis in creating jobs, changing lives, and helping local communities.

Our Vision:To be the world's leading cannabis company by consistently delivering superior products and services and driving the global acceptance of cannabis.

Our Values:

• Lead and Inspire.
• Commit to Win.
• ONE Curaleaf.
• Driven to Deliver Excellence.

Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Individuals adversely impacted by the war on drugs are encouraged to apply.

Current Curaleaf employees should use our internal job board to apply for current openings: https://app2.greenhouse.io/internal_job_board