Plant Procurement Manager — Wholesale Nursery

Great Lakes Landscape Supply, Inc; Michigan; Híbrido; USD 45.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

HSA

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Advancement opportunities

Employee discounts

Product discounts

Descripción de la vacante

Great Lakes Landscape Supply in Cedar Springs, MI is seeking a detail-oriented Plant Buyer to manage procurement of trees, shrubs, perennials, and other green goods for our wholesale nursery.

You will negotiate with suppliers, forecast seasonal demand with senior buyers and sales, and ensure quality and timely deliveries while maintaining strong supplier relationships. This is a full-time role with experience-based pay and advancement opportunities.

Formación

• Proven experience in nursery management, horticulture, or plant procurement (3+ years preferred).
• Degree, certification, or equivalent in horticulture, plant science, or related field is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Source and purchase nursery stock and green goods from reputable growers and suppliers.
• Forecast seasonal demand in collaboration with senior buyers, sales, and production teams.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure proper product mix and turnover.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers and actively seek new sources.
• Coordinate incoming plant deliveries and freight, inspecting for quality and health.
• Work closely with the sales team to identify/high-demand or special order plant items.
• Track and manage purchase orders, invoices, and vendor performance; assist pricing strategies.

Conocimientos

Horticulture knowledge

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication skills

Educación

Horticulture degree or related

Herramientas

Excel

Nursery management systems

Descripción del empleo

Great Lakes Landscape Supply in Cedar Springs, MI is seeking a detail-oriented Plant Buyer to manage procurement of trees, shrubs, perennials, and other green goods for our wholesale nursery.

You will negotiate with suppliers, forecast seasonal demand with senior buyers and sales, and ensure quality and timely deliveries while maintaining strong supplier relationships. This is a full-time role with experience-based pay and advancement opportunities.