Regional Cannabis Procurement Lead

Green Thumb Industries; Clinton (MA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Thumb Industries is seeking a Regional Procurement Buyer to manage purchasing across cannabis production facilities in the U.S. This role focuses on indirect materials, grow supplies, and MRO, driving strategic sourcing, vendor management, and cross-functional collaboration.

You will optimize inventory, reduce total cost of ownership, and support scalable operations in partnership with the corporate team and production sites, with occasional on-site visits (1x monthly for MA locations).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Agriculture, or related field; CSCP/CPSM preferred.
• 3-5 years of procurement experience in agriculture, cannabis, CPG, or manufacturing, with indirect spend focus.
• Familiarity with cannabis cultivation, MRO sourcing, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems, inventory platforms, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Effective communicator with a proactive, collaborative, solutions-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders in ERP; monitor shipments and coordinate deliveries.
• Engage established vendors; onboard new suppliers as needed.
• Ensure PO accuracy and maintain procurement records and reports.
• Communicate with vendors and internal teams on order status and invoicing.
• Collaborate with cultivation and facilities to forecast supply needs and maintain inventory.
• Develop purchasing strategies to minimize shortages and excess stock.
• Leverage ERP data to drive cost-effective buying decisions.
• Ensure purchases meet cannabis regulations; coordinate with Compliance/QA.
• Monitor supplier performance on cost, service, quality.
• Support indirect procurement strategies and process improvements.
• Serve as SME for assigned areas; support ERP/MRP configuration and training.
• Manage supplier relationships and logistics; ensure on-time delivery.
• Collaborate with warehouse to optimize storage and handling.
• Lead negotiations for bulk purchases and secure favorable terms.
• Align with Grow Operations and Facilities for grow cycles and equipment needs.
• Coordinate with Finance and Compliance on budgets and reporting.
• Educate stakeholders on procurement workflows and compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

CSCP/CPSM certification preferred

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Inventory platforms

Microsoft Office

Job description

Green Thumb Industries is seeking a Regional Procurement Buyer to manage purchasing across cannabis production facilities in the U.S. This role focuses on indirect materials, grow supplies, and MRO, driving strategic sourcing, vendor management, and cross-functional collaboration.

You will optimize inventory, reduce total cost of ownership, and support scalable operations in partnership with the corporate team and production sites, with occasional on-site visits (1x monthly for MA locations).