Cannabis Procurement Specialist (Hybrid)

Hirebridge; Clinton (MA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HirexHire seeks a Procurement Buyer to join a growing cannabis production client’s procurement team. This role focuses on cultivation-related indirect materials, grow supplies, and MRO, while collaborating across Professional Services, IT, Marketing, Facilities, and HR.

You’ll manage POs, source materials, forecast demand, and negotiate favorable terms. Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in procurement, strong vendor management, ERP/MRP experience, and a data-driven approach to optimize inventory

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 3+ years of procurement experience in agriculture, cannabis, CPG, manufacturing or related industries.
• Experience sourcing MRO, cultivation, production, or other operational supplies.
• Strong purchasing, inventory management, supplier relationships, and procurement processes.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and inventory management platforms.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills with data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building across site and corporate teams.
• Proactive and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• CSCP, CPSM or similar certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders from creation through delivery, ensuring accuracy and timely fulfillment.
• Source cultivation supplies, indirect materials, and MRO products with vendors to evaluate pricing and lead times.
• Forecast demand and maintain inventory levels across facilities.
• Develop purchasing strategies to minimize shortages and total cost of ownership.
• Manage supplier relationships and monitor performance in cost, quality, service, and delivery.
• Lead negotiations for bulk and one-time purchases to secure favorable terms.
• Ensure procurement meets quality standards, regulatory requirements, and budgets.
• Serve as subject matter expert for procurement categories, support ERP/MRP configuration and policy compliance.
• Identify and implement process improvements across procurement and logistics.
• Educate stakeholders on procurement processes and best practices.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

ERP/MRP systems

Inventory management

Negotiation

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Agriculture, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Inventory management platforms

Data analysis tools

Job description

HirexHire seeks a Procurement Buyer to join a growing cannabis production client’s procurement team. This role focuses on cultivation-related indirect materials, grow supplies, and MRO, while collaborating across Professional Services, IT, Marketing, Facilities, and HR.

You’ll manage POs, source materials, forecast demand, and negotiate favorable terms. Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in procurement, strong vendor management, ERP/MRP experience, and a data-driven approach to optimize inventory